BEST Security - ABOUT US

Our Managing Partners

Managing Director – Anthony Thomas.

Tony has been involved in the Security and Hospitality industries for the past 30 years. He has hands-on hospitality management experience in the areas of food and beverage, bar, human resource management, staff development and training. Tony has performed the duties of Crowd Controller, Body Guard, Armed Vehicle Officer and Correctional Officer. He is the Chairman of the Manpower Committee for Australian Security Industry Association Limited (ASIAL) where he utilises his knowledge and life experiences to facilitate the shaping of a stronger more professional Security Industry. His role now is that of Teacher, Mentor, Advisor and Advocate, impressing and guiding Security Guards for the future. He is qualified in the following:

Diploma of Security and Risk Management
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Certificate III in Adult Custodial Care
Certificate III in Security (Operations)
Certificate II in Security (Operations)
Instructor in Pressure Point Control Tactics Systems
Instructor in Pressure Point System of Control and Restraint
Instructor in Tactical Control in Emergency Management
RSA Trainer (as required under Queensland legislation)
Security Advisor (licensed)

General Manager – Karen Phillips

Karen has been involved in Business Management for 30 years and for the past 18 years she has been involved in Security Management. Karen is an active member of Liquor Industry Action Groups (LIAG), the Australian Security Industry Association Limited (ASIAL), and actively works as a Security Officer in Licensed Venues ensuring her skills and industry knowledge are both accurate and current. Karen has a Diploma in Security and Risk Management and supports the teaching and implementation of RSA. She is a Liquor Licensing approved RSA Trainer and advocates and practices theses teachings as the essence of success in the hospitality Industry. She is qualified in the following:

Diploma of Security and Risk Management
Diploma of Business
Diploma of Training and Assessments Systems
Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training
Certificate II in Security (Operations)
Certificate in the Responsible Management Licensed Venue (RMVL)
RSA & RMLV Trainer (as required under Queensland legislation)
Security Advisor (licensed)

Our Management Team

Client Service Manager – Nick Santagiuliana

Nick started his career as an apprentice carpenter – a career that spanned 17 years. Nick travelled extensively throughout Europe, Asia and Australia, experiencing a diversity of cultures and people. Nick loves any activity related to the outdoors and has a natural interest in people from all walks of life. Nick joined the Security Industry in 2005 and soon stood out as a natural leader. He was quickly promoted to Supervisor and in 2009 progressed to the Best Management Team. Nick’s innate ability to communicate with others made him an ideal choice for the role of a Client Service Manager. He is qualified in the following:

Certificate II in Security (Operations)
Certificate III in Security (Operations)
Diploma of Business
Security Advisor (Licensed)

Human Resources & Compliance Manager – Donna Dunn

Donna began her career as a Legal Secretary and soon after commenced studies to become a Para Legal. She joined the Security industry in 2003 and has been active in financial control, human resources and First Aid training. With her meticulous attention to detail, a strong legal background and her genuine desire to assist Best Security Clients. Donna is committed to ensuring your compliance with legislation and developing and implementing superior internal education for employees. Like all Best Security employees she is “committed to excellence” and is qualified in the following: