As one of the founding directors at Radius, James leads on large-scale projects and is responsible for driving development across the business. He oversees day-to-day operations while shaping strategic growth, ensuring client liaison and business development are delivered to the highest possible standard.

James began his events career in the sports and production sector while completing a degree in Event Management. He holds a Level 5 qualification in Crowd Safety and Risk Analysis, alongside additional Safety and Spectator Safety certifications.

James brings extensive and varied experience across crowd management planning and delivery, event security and safety consultancy, and coordinated operational delivery. He has particular expertise in greenfield sites, mass participation events, and large-scale, one-off projects. He also oversees Radius’s input within Event Control Rooms, operating as part of both Silver and Bronze command structures.

Over the past 11 years, James has fulfilled numerous senior roles on major events across the UK and internationally. Most notably, he has held a senior role on London New Year’s Eve, alongside positions on events including the Dublin Marathon, COP29, the UEFA Champions League Festival, multiple Marathons, major music concerts, and leading UK festivals such as Glastonbury, Leeds, Latitude, and Wireless.

JAMES SWEENEY

james@radius-events.com

DIRECTOR

As one of the founding directors at Radius, Mike leads across operations and safety development at Radius, overseeing a portfolio of international projects. Combining project leadership with a strong focus on legislation, compliance, and industry best practice, he ensures all work is delivered to the highest standards, reinforcing Radius’s commitment to safety and operational excellence.

With over 16 years experience in crowd management and event security, Mike started as a matchday steward at his local Football League side Cardiff City and has since gone on to work at major national and international events such as Le Tour de France, UEFA Champions League Final, London Olympics 2012, Formula 1, Glastonbury Festival and the FIFA World Cup Qatar.

Focused on both planning and delivery, Mike brings practical solutions to crowd safety planning and delivery, including in operational roles and control room settings. Mike is one of the few to hold a Masters degree in Crowd Safety & Risk Analysis from Manchester Metropolitan University, a qualification recognised by crowd safety professionals worldwide.

MIKE KNOWLES

mike@radius-events.com

DIRECTOR

Adam is the Technical Director at Radius, bringing over 20 years of experience in crowd management and public safety. His work combines operational delivery with a strong academic foundation including an MSc in Crowd Safety and Risk Analysis, enabling him to apply crowd flow analysis, behavioural insight, and decision-making principles to real-world event environments.

Adam has extensive experience across major international events, including Saudi and Qatar Grand Prix’, Glastonbury Festival, and London New Year’s Eve. He has also worked on over 700 football fixtures across the UK and internationally, in his former role as a Dedicated Football Police Officer.

At Radius, Adam leads technical development across the business, overseeing methodologies to ensure all planning and delivery align with best practice, scientific principles, and safety objectives. He plays a key role in driving innovation, maintaining technical standards, and supporting successful project delivery for clients worldwide.

A qualified teacher and experienced trainer, Adam is committed to improving event and venue safety while helping clients enhance overall audience experience.

ADAM ROBSON

adam@radius-events.com

DIRECTOR

Rachel is the Operations Director at Radius, with over 15 years’ experience in events and crowd management planning and delivery. She holds an MSc in Crowd Safety and Risk Analysis and combines strong technical knowledge with a practical, delivery-focused approach.

Rachel has built her career working on complex, high-profile events in the UK and internationally. She plays a key role in the planning and delivery of the Notting Hill Carnival, alongside projects including the British Grand Prix, London New Year’s Eve, and concerts at 974 Stadium, Qatar.

She specialises in Zone Ex strategies, developing practical solutions that support safe and efficient crowd movement across complex environments. Her work focuses on translating planning into clear, workable operations on the ground.

At Radius, Rachel leads large-scale projects and oversees operational delivery across the business. She works closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with best practice and compliance standards.

RACHEL JACKSON

rachel@radius-events.com

DIRECTOR

As Strategy Director at Radius, Andrew plays a key advisory role across the business, supporting project teams and clients to ensure delivery is aligned, consistent, and grounded in best practice. He contributes to the ongoing development of the business, ensuring Radius continues to deliver high-quality, safe, and effective outcomes across its portfolio.

Andrew Stevens holds qualifcations in Crowd Safety and Risk Analysis and brings over 25 years’ experience in event and crowd management planning. He has worked across some of the world’s most complex events and venues, developing a strong reputation for delivering strategic, high-level consultancy on major projects.

Andrew’s expertise spans large-scale international events, complex stakeholder environments, and long-term consultancy programmes. He provides strategic oversight across projects, ensuring alignment between client objectives, safety requirements, and operational delivery.

His experience includes major global projects such as Osaka Expo, COP28 in Dubai, Jeddah Grand Prix, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, and Central Park, New York.

ANDREW STEVENS

andrew@radius-events.com

DIRECTOR