James Morton

James Morton is an experienced professional in safety, security, and resilience with a diverse background spanning over two decades. Currently serving as Director - Safety, Security & Resilience at ITV since August 2021, James previously held the position of Head of Security, Crisis Management and Health & Safety at Quilter, managing risk and health safety across over 40 offices in EMEA and APAC from September 2019 to August 2021. Prior to this, James worked as Regional Security Director - EMEA at AIG, advising multinational corporate clients on security protocols. James's earlier roles include Chief Operating Officer and Operations & Commercial Director at Solace Global, focusing on risk management services and strategic business direction. James's career began as a Royal Marines Officer, where responsibilities included planning and conducting security and counter-terrorism operations. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Science (BSc) Hons from Loughborough University, a Diploma in Business Continuity Management, and a Diploma in Organizational Leadership from the Ministry of Defence.