ACC Liverpool
James Francis CSMP possesses extensive expertise in security management and investigations, currently serving as Head of Security at ACC Liverpool since August 2022. Prior to this role, James held multiple positions at Unite Students, including Group Security Manager (Operations) and Group Investigation Manager, where responsibilities included leading investigative frameworks and enhancing safety within the organization. James also served as Senior Registrar for Student Cases at Edge Hill University, overseeing student casework, and as Academic Compliance Officer at the University of Liverpool, leading investigations related to academic appeals and student discipline. Earlier experience includes a tenure as Police Detective with Merseyside Police from September 2009 to April 2018.
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ACC Liverpool
ACC Liverpool is a spectacular world class venue located on the banks of the River Mersey in Liverpool, one of the most exciting conference destinations in the UK. Our campus site features Europe’s only interconnected arena, conference and exhibition venue providing the perfect combination for national and international conferences, large exhibitions and banquets. Voted the Best UK Conference Centre for six years running, our team is passionate about conferences and exhibitions and the industry we are part of. It can cater for a range of events from intimate meetings for 10 delegates to large international conferences. The venue boasts 15,225m² combined exhibition space, 21 breakout rooms with capacities ranging from 10 – 613 and a 1,350 seat tiered auditorium. The unique auditorium features two rotating drums that can be subdivided into three separate self-contained meeting spaces of 250 (x2) and 850. ACC Liverpool is in close proximity to 658 hotel rooms at three on-site hotels, including the four-star Pullman Liverpool which adjoins Exhibition Centre Liverpool. A further 6,208 city centre rooms are within walking distance. The venue is easily accessible via rail and road with national and international air links. It has 1,600 secure on-site parking spaces. ACC Liverpool has all you’ll ever need for your next event.