Specialising in Self-Defence and Restraint Training for Cabin Crew and Ground Staff
_edited.png)
Introduction to the
Chief Executive Officer
Stuart Lowe
Stuart is the joint founder and CEO of Force Air Defence and has a wealth of experience. His skills have been developed over more than 40 years and stem from a genuine passion for martial arts where he holds the rank of 4th Dan and the desire to promote safety and confidence in others. His practical knowledge has been built up from his training in the British Army - including training with Special Forces after leaving the Army, Close Protection / Body Guard experience and Security, Boxing, Ju-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Wing Chun, KSCKM, FAST to name a few. In addition to the practical defence knowledge, Stuart has also studied the psychological side of defence to help assist people who have suffered at the hands of others and help them to take back control of their feelings or dismiss fears.
Introduction to
Non-executive director
Claudio Marturano
Claudio Marturano is the CEO of the T-C-Alliance, a collaborative group of aviation training and
consultancy organisations and subject matter experts. Claudio is an active, results-oriented
executive with 20 years of experience in aviation and 15 years of senior-level exposure across
various business development and professional learning domains. As a seasoned leader and
advisor, he leverages team insights and wisdom to drive and implement organisational
improvements through learning and development initiatives. Claudio is committed to continuous
growth and skill development.
Introduction to the
Chief Operating Officer
Kathleen Lowe
Kathleen is joint founder of Force Air Defence and has worked in the energy industry for over 30 years and with the entrance to the aviation industry she has drawn many parallels between the two sectors. She notes the complexity and constant change within both industries provides continual challenges and delivers ongoing rewards that drive her on to the next focus point. Kathleen recognises, that at the heart of the successful organisations operating in these areas, the value laid on customer facing and customer servicing teams is of utmost importance. With this in mind she is keen to assist companies wishing to invest in the safety and well being of their staff and by so doing she will help these companies deliver a safer space for their employees and customers. Using transferable project management skills Kathleen has ensured that the concept of Force Air Defence Training Scheme has been set up as a successful, effective and evolving option available to the aviation industry.
Force Air Defence Trainers
Force Air Defence trainers are qualified to a very high standard. Trainers are carefully selected. We are privileged to have trainers from various backgrounds :-
The Army, Royal Navy, Royal Air Force, Police, Special operations, Royal Marines, Close Protection, Martial Arts Instructors and Sport Coaches.