About Us

Andy co-founded beTravelwise in 2015 and is passionate about the niche world of Online Travel Safety & Workplace Security Training. He has extensive experience in implementing online training programmes for Fortune 500 clients across various industries globally. Before beTravelwise, he spent 3-years at International SOS and Control Risks as their training lead for EMEA as well as 6-years as a British Army Officer. He is an avid traveller and has been to 91 countries worldwide. He has a BA (Hons) from Newcastle University, a MA from CASS Business School and is a Certified Protection Professional (CPP).

Saul developed a flair for travel safety training after working at International SOS, first as a regional training manager and then as their global head of travel security training. This field perfectly combines his passions for travel, training and security. He developed a deep understanding of risk management and training to mitigate risk during an extensive security and military career. Leading youth volunteers on jungle expeditions taught him to make risk-related training more accessible and engaging.

A lifelong passion for travel and adventure has led Immy to the world of Travel Risk Management where she has joined the beTravelwise team as Office Manager to help the smooth running of this exciting, growing business. As a former tour guide, business communications trainer and sales person and elearning script writer, she has held a variety of roles which come together in travel security training. She has a BA (Hons) from the University of Reading and currently combines family life in Italy and the UK with as much sailing as possible.

Justine has extensive global expertise in the travel security industry. For the last 18 years, including 14 at Control Risks, she has advised multi-nationals, NGO’s, media organisations, educational establishments, companies and individuals how to operate safely abroad. Outside work Justine has a passion for travel; trips have included sailing back to the UK from Hong Kong with her future husband in a 31 foot yacht, spending 5 months riding the Inca trail from Argentina to Bolivia having bought 3 local Argentine horses and has recently returned from a 6 months overland drive to Iran with her husband and kids in a 1957 Land Rover. Justine has travelled in over 60 countries and resides in France.

Caroline has always had an interest in adventure and travel. Working in different roles means Caroline has experience in sourcing and implementing training along with years of sales experience. She has a BSc (Hons) from the University of Reading and when she's not working you will normally find her cooking something in the kitchen.

Sandra has many years' experience in the training and education industries, including 6 years with Research Machines and 7 years with National Instruments. She also has several years' experience as a Business and Training Consultant where she advised SMEs on employee training and skills development. Sandra enjoys travelling and has visited many countries including Kenya, New Zealand and South Africa.

Mel's thirst for adventurous travel was first ignited with a month-long expedition to Venezuela as part of a school team. Since then she has gone on to explore six continents by foot, rail, boat and Grey hound bus. Now with two young sons, exploring new destinations has gotten a lot closer to home! With a consultative approach, she has many years of experience in relationship building and collaborative problem solving in travel, hospitality and education. Mel has a Ba (Hons) in American Studies from The University of Reading and a PGCE from Kingston University.

Michael has many years of experience in business in the US and Southeast Asia. He has a background as an entrepreneur, educator, technical sales professional, and 20 + years of relationship management and customer service experience. He is a professional with an engaging personality and excellent communication skills, no matter where the customer conversation takes place. He has excellent relationship-building skills and is passionate about building diverse, collaborative relationships. Outside of work, Michael enjoys traveling (visited 40+ countries), cooking and his family time.

John has over 20 years of mixed experience within print/design and software development. Keen to keep up with the latest trends in web/app development, there is always something new to learn; whether app development, designing a new frontend or a RESTful API backend. It is his experience of Vue and JavaScript that brought him to beTravelwise, essential skills for their new elearning authoring program. John also enjoys films, live music, cycling and dog walking.