Ben Collins is an experienced security professional and operations expert, currently serving as the Head of Security and Safety Officer at Crystal Palace Football Club since January 2021. Prior to this role, Ben was the Area Manager at THE EVENT & EXHIBITION PARTNERSHIP LTD from January 2019 to January 2021, and previously held the position of Operations Manager within the same company. Ben's extensive background in security management includes serving as the Group Security Manager for The Goodwood Group from March 2013 to November 2017, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing the security for various venues and events across the Goodwood estate. Additionally, Ben was a Director at R&B Ground Maintenance Ltd from April 2007 to October 2012, managing a grounds maintenance and gardening business. Ben's educational background includes attendance at Horndean Community School and 6th form from 1995 to 2000.