Security specialist adds his ‘Signature’ to business person of the year title

A security expert that is driving real change in his sector has been named as the ‘Business Person of the Year’ at The Signature Awards.

Held at The Vox in Birmingham, Iain McCallister beat off competition from some of the region’s leading entrepreneurs to claim one of the main prizes in front of 540 delegates from the world of industry and commerce.

The CEO of MAN Commercial Protection impressed the high-profile judging panel with the way he has built the UK’s leading privately-owned security business in the heart of the West Midlands, placing a strong ‘people’ culture at its heart.

His attention to detail and entrepreneurial longevity was also highlighted, with the firm now employing 1600 people and generating annual revenues of £60m, supporting a host of corporate clients in commercial, property management, logistics and manufacturing.

The Solihull business is also a recognised name in the boxing and music worlds and has made its first successful foray into providing football stadium security for Solihull Moors FC this season.

Next on Iain’s agenda is growing the company through acquisition with MAN Commercial Protection currently in talks with potential targets.

“When you consider the calibre of entrepreneurs I was up against, this is one of the biggest honours I’ve received,” explained Iain, who spent years working the doors at some of Birmingham’s biggest clubs before launching MAN Commercial Protection 33 years ago.

“I’m rightly proud of the business we’ve built and that’s testament to all the team at HQ and those who represent us out in the field. They all embody the enterprising spirit and high levels of service we want the business to be known for – this award is as much for them as it is for me.”

He continued: “I have been working hard alongside my industry peers to build the reputation of the security industry and being recognised like this helps change the narrative.

“We invest heavily in training, health and safety and, more recently, in the latest technology to ensure we can protect premises, events and, importantly, people.”

Nachural’s Signature Awards continue to serve as a convening point for credible leaders and ambitious organisations to share insight, build connections, and celebrate achievement at the highest level.

With events hosted across multiple UK cities, the competition has gained a national profile for recognising excellence and bringing together the people shaping the future of business.

The evening, which was supported by headline sponsors Bond Wolfe and KLSA PKF, also featured a keynote address from Edwina Dunn, co-founder of dunnhumby and the brains behind the Tesco Clubcard.

Ninder Johal, Founder of the Nachural Group, concluded: “Iain is a fantastic ambassador for the West Midlands and someone who captivates the room when he speaks…it’s like a life lesson on how to do business.

“The growth of MAN Commercial Protection, both in the UK and at various overseas sporting events, has been a real joy to watch and, with exciting M&A activity planned, the next chapter is already being written. He’s a worthy winner of our ‘Business Person of the Year’ Award.”