Contingency 321 is a Ghana-based tactical security and intelligence consultancy, with a mission to deliver bespoke, intelligence-led solutions for corporates, governments, and high-net-worth clients across Ghana, West Africa, and beyond.
To deliver innovative, intelligence-led, and tactical security solutions that safeguard lives, assets, and reputations while supporting sustainable business growth
To be recognized globally as Africa’s leading tactical security intelligence consultancy, known for discretion, reliability, innovation, and professionalism
Doing what’s right, always.
Your information stays protected.
Excellence in every action.
Smart solutions for evolving threats.
Strength to adapt and overcome.
Operational Leaders with Unmatched Field Experience
Derek David Asamoah Mensah is an accomplished Chartered Accountant and Business Management Expert with over two decades of experience in corporate finance, business restructuring, and operational governance. As Chief Executive Officer – Finance & Administration of Contingency 321, he provides visionary leadership in finance, administration, and strategic operations, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and sustainability across all functions of the company.
Throughout his career, Derek has successfully guided numerous businesses across diverse industries—ranging from security and logistics to real estate, manufacturing, education, finance, and consulting. His ability to blend financial discipline with strategic foresight enables him to design resilient business models, optimize resources, and position organizations for long-term profitability and growth.
At Contingency 321, Derek leads with precision and purpose—overseeing financial planning, governance frameworks, and operational controls that align with both Ghanaian regulatory requirements and international standards. His leadership is anchored on integrity, innovation, and accountability, fostering a culture of professionalism and excellence within the company.
Driven by a deep commitment to sustainable business growth, Derek ensures that every decision made at C321 not only strengthens its operational backbone but also enhances its global competitiveness. His strategic direction continues to shape Contingency 321 into a model of financial prudence, corporate responsibility, and operational excellence within the security intelligence industry in Ghana, Africa and beyond.
With a distinguished 45-year career in strategic security and tactical operations, Dr. Richard Crabbe De Bordes is a global authority in high-stakes threat neutralization. As CEO-Operations for Contingency 321, he leverages a rare blend of academic insight (Ph.D., M.A.) and elite, front-line experience to deliver scientifically-grounded security solutions for a complex world.
De Bordes’ expertise was forged at the highest levels of national and international security. His career includes serving as a Presidential Security Aide to the Vice President of Ghana, leading Accra’s City Crime Combating Unit (C4U), and acting as Chief Instructor for Ghana’s National Security Training Camp. His knowledge is sought internationally, having served as a Visiting Instructor for elite U.S. tactical units like the DFW International Airport SWAT team and the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association (TTPOA).
As the intellectual force behind the global Human Physical & Psychological Threat Neutralisation System, De Bordes’ leadership at Contingency 321 provides a proactive, intelligence-driven approach to security. He empowers clients to command their operational landscape with confidence, ensuring they are not just protected, but prepared.
Our Management Team provides strategic leadership and operational oversight, ensuring Contingency 321 delivers world-class security,
intelligence, and risk solutions with precision and professionalism.
Expert advisors providing strategic guidance and specialized insight.
Jonathon Fielder is an accomplished leadership development strategist and communication specialist with over two decades of experience empowering organizations and individuals across multiple sectors. At Contingency 321, he brings a rare blend of strategic insight, security-sector acumen, and performance-driven marketing to amplify our brand presence, thought leadership, and client engagement in the security intelligence domain.
He leads the design and execution of marketing initiatives tailored for high-stakes environments—combining compelling messaging, deep domain knowledge, and measurable outcomes. In his role, Jonathon bridges the world of security operations and strategic brand positioning, ensuring Contingency 321’s capabilities are communicated with authority, clarity, and trust.
Kelly Michael Smith is a seasoned Security Operations Strategist with over 20 years of global experience in tactical security, intelligence coordination, and operational leadership. His extensive background across both federal and private security domains has made him an invaluable asset to Contingency 321, where he drives operational excellence, mission readiness, and strategy execution for clients across Africa and beyond.
Kelly’s career began in the federal and private security sectors, where he developed and implemented high-level protective protocols, advanced threat assessments, and covert operations frameworks. Over the years, he has led multidisciplinary teams, managed complex intelligence operations, and integrated technology-driven surveillance and risk management systems. At Contingency 321, Kelly spearheads the planning, coordination, and optimization of all tactical and intelligence-led operations. He bridges the divide between field execution and executive decision-making—ensuring that every security operation aligns with client objectives, legal compliance, and international standards such as ISO 18788 and ISO 31000.
A strategic thinker with operational depth, Kelly oversees risk mitigation programs, tactical response planning, and performance evaluation frameworks. His role also involves developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), enhancing operational resilience, and ensuring personnel readiness for both routine and high-threat environments. Kelly’s leadership philosophy combines discipline, precision, and innovation, ensuring C321’s operations remain at the forefront of tactical efficiency and intelligence-driven decision-making. His goal is to position Contingency 321 as the benchmark for professional, reliable, and globally compliant security operations—a partner of choice for organizations that demand operational integrity, agility, and results.
Measured expertise that drives trust, reliability, and results.