Our People
The people who work for Horus Security are engaging, creative and diverse. Their support and development is integral to the success of the whole company.
Jonathan Whiteley - CEO & Founder
Jonathan is a former Lieutenant Colonel in Military Intelligence who founded Horus after a 23-year career running security, intelligence and counter-intelligence operations all over the world.
When initial aspirations of becoming a hippy or a ‘rock legend’ were unsuccessful, Jonathan attended the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst. Following his graduation, Jonathan worked for the British Army in various complex, highly volatile countries such as Iraq, the Balkans, and Cyprus. He was seconded at various times to all three UK national intelligence agencies and was Mentioned in Despatches for his work in Northern Ireland.
After leaving the army in 2006, Jonathan ran a successful project for Oxford University and went on from that to set up Horus, growing the business to more than 40 people over the next ten years. He now runs the company from its HQ in Oxford overseeing its expansion as it continues to provide a secure environment for organisations and their employees wherever they work, across the globe.
Born and bred in Herefordshire, Jonathan is a season ticket holder for the Worcester Warriors rugby union team (they need his support!), has three grown-up daughters, and a partner who is a Professor at Oxford University. He speaks reasonable German, less reasonable Russian, and has a degree in European History and German Language.
CEO AND FOUNDER
Colonel Tim Collins OBE - Shareholder
One of the best-known names associated with the British Army, Tim Collins is a former SAS officer, former battalion Commander, and now author and broadcaster.
It was as the commanding officer of 1st Battalion Royal Irish that Tim gave the now famous eve-of-battle speech to his troops in Iraq on Wednesday 19th March 2003. The speech has gone down in modern military history as an inspiration to world leaders and soldiers alike
Born in Belfast in 1960, Tim joined the Royal Irish Rangers in West Berlin after university, before volunteering for the Special Air Service (SAS), later taking part in the first Gulf War as an SAS Captain, becoming operations officer of 22 SAS in 1995.
Rejoining the Royal Irish in 1997, he took command of the 1st Battalion in 2001, leading it on operations in East Tyrone and the Liberation of Iraq. His Army career also saw him serve in the Falkland Islands, Germany, Cyprus, and Gibraltar.
He was awarded the OBE in 2003 and retired from the Army in 2004 as a Colonel. He has since co-founded New Century, serving with the US Marine Corps, and Pinpoint Corporate Services, a UK company. Tim has written a best-selling memoire “Rules of Engagement” as well as writing and presenting numerous TV films.
In May 2020, Colonel Collins was a guest on the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore podcast to share more on his journey in Iraq during the Gulf War, shares his experience of ‘Leadership in Adversity’ during his time in the military and how he has translated this into civilian life and industry.
SHAREHOLDER
David Yates MBE - Legal Counsel
David is a former senior military officer and Brigadier, and formerly the most senior operational lawyer in the British Army.
He has advised government ministers and acted as the Deputy Judge and Coroner in Cyprus, as well as leading a Law of Armed Conflict directive for the entire army.
After successfully studying to become a solicitor, David attended the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst and rose through the ranks to become the Army Legal Officer in 1989, responsible for significant operations, budgets and international teams, as well as becoming the key British Army adviser on all equality, diversity, and inclusivity issues.
He was appointed as Brigadier Operational Law in 2010 and in 2012, transferred his military experience to consulting in the UK and the Middle East, and has since supported defence and security clients on a wide range of issues including security investigations, data protection, strategy development, organisational transformation and project management. He was awarded an MBE in 1997.
LEGAL COUNSEL
Richard Kirkby - Chief Technology Officer
Richard is a technology expert with more than 20 years’ experience in the IT sector, where he has both led companies and sat on their boards.
After graduating in economics, Richard co-founded several organisations in the IT field, as well as working as technology director and chief technology officer in various other roles, including an academy schools trust where he worked for 16 years.
At Horus, Richard plays a key role in developing the company’s own R&D team and strategy, a crucial component of its growth plans over the coming years. He has a particular track record in identifying new trends in technology and applying them for client and business advantage.
A former pupil of Oxford Boys School, Richard is a keen sports enthusiast and has retained his roots by supporting Oxford United FC.
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
Senior leadership
The senior people who lead Horus have simply unrivalled global experience. They are drawn from military intelligence, law enforcement, national security agencies, commerce and academia, working at the very highest levels.
Each with decades of experience, our senior leaders have worked in all three of the UK national intelligence agencies, the FBI, Interpol, New Scotland Yard, the National Crime Agency, and the British Army. They have overseen operations in some of the most complex hostile, environments across the globe including Iraq, Afghanistan, the Balkans, and Northern Ireland.
In all cases they have followed these remarkable – in some cases, acclaimed – roles with further work in major commercial or public sector organisations and projects, rounding off the formative stages of their careers with experience and insights gained from corporate environments.
They now bring all of this extraordinary experience and expertise to Horus, on behalf of our clients.
OUR TEAM
Horus UK
The people who work for Horus are engaging, creative and diverse and their support and development is integral to the success of the whole company.
Lauren
Researcher – Screening
Lauren specialised in journalism when she took her degree in Media and Communications, building on her natural curiosity and thirst for knowledge. She joined the Horus screening team in 2021 as a researcher, where her inquisitiveness has proved very useful.
“I’m a creative person and enjoy painting, drawing and writing in my spare time. I’m also a big fan of live music and love attending gigs.”
Debbie
Head of Screening
Debbie has a degree in Silversmith and Jewellery Design, and a Masters in History of Art, giving her problem solving, analytical and research skills that are all useful for her work at Horus. Debbie joined the company in 2021 as a researcher.
“ I still enjoy making jewellery and particularly like working with silver – it can be very relaxing”
Valerie
Fusion Centre Researcher – Horus-i App/Insight
Valerie has a degree in International Relations and Economics, and a Masters in International Relations where she specialised in Security studies. Valerie is originally from Moldova and is fluent in Russian language, with a keen interest in learning languages and understanding the dynamics of global politics.
“I always search for happiness, as I believe happiness is freedom”
OUR TEAM
Horus Asia Pacific
Boon Hui Khoo
Adviser to Horus Asia Pacific
Boon Hui is an internationally-regarded expert in law enforcement and cybersecurity who has led a distinguished, highly decorated career fighting crime for more than 40 years.
He served as Senior Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Home Affairs, and was for 12 years the Police Commissioner of Singapore from 1997 to 2010 well as President of INTERPOL from 2008 to 2012. He has chaired major international events, including three of the very first US-Singapore homeland security dialogues, and the biennial Milipol APAC security conference.
Boon Hui remains active in INTERPOL, chairing its Governance Working group, and holds advisory and board positions in financial services, fintech, healthcare, security, cybersecurity and philanthropy. He is a Commissioner of the Global Commission on the Stability of Cyberspace and a board member of the CyberPeace Institute. He is also a Senior Fellow of Singapore’s Civil Service College, an Honorary Fellow of St John’s College, Oxford, and a Justice of Peace.
In recognition of his contributions to public service and safety, Boon Hui has been decorated with high national honours from Singapore, Australia, Brunei, France, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and The Vatican. He was educated in Oxford, Harvard and Wharton, and is married with two children
OUR TEAM
Horus North America
Doni Whitlow
Horus North America Business Manager
Doni joined Horus North America in August 2021 as the Business Manager with 15 years experience in management. She oversees HNA’s business affairs, including finance and business operations.
Doni holds a Bachelor degree in Business Management from Southern University and A&M College and a Master’s in Business Administration from Texas Southern University. She also holds her Texas Private Investigators (PI) License.
Lewis A. Eakins, PhD, CPP has over 40 years of law enforcement, emergency management, private investigations, and consulting experience. He most recently retired as the Vice President for Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness at Ivy Tech Community College in Indiana encompassing 19 campuses, 50+ sites, and 170,000 students. His department had oversight for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Public Safety, Emergency Management, Business Continuity, Environmental Health & Safety, and Federal Compliance.
He was formerly the Chief Security Officer & Director of Public Safety at Idaho State University in Pocatello, ID; the Chief of Police at Oakwood University in Huntsville, AL; a Captain with the METRO Transit Police in Houston, TX; and the Assistant Chief of Police at Texas Southern University, also in Houston, TX.
Lewis holds undergraduate degrees in Police Science and Criminal Justice from Calhoun Community College and Athens State University, respectively. He obtained a Master of Science in Security Management from Bellevue University, and a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration with a concentration in Homeland Security Policy & Coordination from Walden University. He is also a graduate of FEMA’s National Emergency Management Executive Academy, Cohort III.
Lewis is board certified (CPP) in Security Management by ASIS International. He is a recent Director-at-Large for the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA).
He has served as a committee chair for IACLEA, and he led the effort that created the First-Line Supervisor’s Institute for the association. Lewis has presented nationally and internationally on many topics impacting campus public safety and law enforcement. He serves as a trainer and subject matter expert for several federal agencies addressing emergency operations planning, threat assessments, trauma-informed investigations, diversity, and public safety leadership.
Brad is a seasoned security and investigations professional with over thirty years of experience, including a distinguished 12-year tenure as a Secret Service agent in Houston, Texas, and Washington, D.C. In 2014, he transitioned to a major Oil and Gas company in Houston, where he served as an Investigations Manager. His expertise led to an expatriate role in London in 2017, where he became the Head of Investigations for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).
Returning to Houston in 2022, Brad assumed the role of Head of Ethics and Compliance Integration and Case Management, showcasing his versatility in navigating complex corporate environments. In January 2024, he joined the Horus North America team, bringing his extensive knowledge and experience to assist businesses in finding proportionate and cost-effective solutions to their unique security concerns.
Brad’s background includes conducting security/vulnerability assessments, surveillance, counter-surveillance, and leading fraud and misconduct investigations. He is adept at preparing documents for court and providing courtroom testimony. A U.S. Army veteran, Brad earned a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University and holds licenses as a private investigator in the State of Texas.
His commitment to professional development is evident in his graduation from the criminal investigations course at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and the investigations and physical protection courses at the U.S. Secret Service training center. Throughout his career, Brad has served in various leadership roles, reflecting his passion for helping leaders establish a culture of care and accountability as a first line of defense for security.
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