Chris Thorne

Chris Thorne is a seasoned professional in retail profit and asset protection, currently serving as the Group Retail Profit and Asset Protection Manager for APAC at JD Sports Fashion since September 2019. Thorne has extensive experience in security operations and close protection, with prior roles including various managerial positions at GardaWorld and G4S, where responsibilities encompassed risk management, security assessments, and team leadership in challenging environments. Thorne's career began in the British Army, where exceptional leadership was demonstrated as a Reconnaissance Team Leader. Education includes studies in security consultancy at Buckinghamshire New University and ongoing studies at the University of St Andrews.