The Trusted Minds Behind Guardmaster

Meet the people who shape our vision, drive our standards, and define protection at the highest level.

Guardmaster Securityhaus –  is a federally incorporated professional certification, training, and consulting division based in Canada. Built on the vision of redefining security through trusted, long-term partnerships, the Institute specializes in Corporate Security Management, Loss Prevention, Corporate Forensics, Business Continuity Management, and Asset Protection education.

As a leader in professional development, we set new benchmarks for excellence in the security industry by delivering globally recognized, practice-focused certification programs that equip professionals with the knowledge, credentials, and confidence required to lead in today’s complex and evolving security environment.

The Guardmaster Institute is a globally accredited training organization with strong local and international affiliations. Positioned at the forefront of modern corporate security education, we combine academic rigor with real-world industry relevance. Our programs are designed not merely to train, but to transform security and allied professionals into strategic thinkers, trusted advisors, and effective leaders across diverse sectors. Our offerings include mini-MBAs, executive masterclasses, and professional certification programs, structured to support career advancement and long-term impact.

Our Mission: Empowering the Future of Corporate Security Education

In alignment with the broader vision of Guardmaster Securityhaus, the mission of the Institute is to revolutionize security education through immersive, innovative, and results-driven learning experiences. We are committed to developing professionals who do more than respond to risk—individuals who anticipate threats, mitigate vulnerabilities, and lead with confidence in dynamic and high-risk environments.

Our comprehensive training programs are designed to:

  • Foster strategic thinking and operational leadership

  • Strengthen critical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities

  • Bridge academic theory with real-world corporate security practice

  • Prepare learners for international certifications and senior leadership roles

Guardmaster Securityhaus is the trusted training partner—empowering professionals with excellence, recognition, career progression, and global relevance within the security profession.

Our Leadership

Adegbenga William Koko

MSc, MBA, BBA, PgCert.
CA, CFE, CFI, CAMS, CFCS, LPC, ChLPS, CPSM, CCLP, CPO, CPOI, CBRM, CSCE, CSP, CSL, C-CSP, MSyI, M.ISRM, CMgr, CPP®

Chartered Converged Security Practitioner, Chartered Loss Prevention Specialist, Chartered Manager, Chartered Accountant
Certified Lead Auditor & Lead Implementer –  ISO 27001, 22301, 18788, 31000, & 28000

Adegbenga Koko is an accomplished corporate security, risk, business continuity management, and loss prevention

expert, with over 15 years of progressive experience spanning corporate security operations, auditing, regulatory compliance, financial forensics, investigations, and anti-money laundering. As a distinguished trainer, consultant, and thought leader, he is dedicated to shaping the next generation of security and risk professionals through immersive professional education and strategic advisory. Dual-licensed by the Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General as a security professional and private investigator, he leads the development and delivery of Guardmaster Institute’s cutting-edge professional training and certification programs. He is also an accredited trainer by the CPD Group, UK.

Adegbenga serves as an Accredited Trainer and Faculty Member with the Global Compliance Institute (GCI), Australia, where he delivers specialized professional certification training in anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), and regulatory compliance frameworks. His international reputation as a subject matter expert is further strengthened by his exceptional academic and professional accomplishments.

He holds a Master of Science (MSc) in International Security & Risk Management, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance & Corporate Strategy, a Master of Science (MSc) in Forensic Accounting & Audit, and a Bachelor’s degree (BBA) in Corporate Security Management. He also holds Postgraduate Certificates in Forensic Accounting, Emergency Management, Supply Chain Management, Global Logistics, and Risk Management. Adegbenga is an alumnus of the University of West London, UK; SMC University, Switzerland; Charisma University, Turks & Caicos Islands, West Indies; Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria; Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, Canada; Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, Canada; Texila American University, Guyana; and York University, Canada. He is also a PwC and Zenith Bank Alumnus.

His professional credentials reflect a rare depth of multidisciplinary expertise. He is an ASIS Board-Certified Protection Professional (CPP), ISO-KLG Switzerland Certified Physical Security Manager (CPSM), International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) Certified Protection Officer (CPO) & Certified Protection Officer Instructor (CPOI). He is also a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS), Certified Business Resilience Manager (CBRM), Certified Business Continuity Specialist (CBCS), Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Compliance Manager (CCM), Certified Forensic Investigator (CFI), Chartered Loss Prevention Specialist (ChLPS), CITT Certified Logistics Professional (CCLP), Loss Prevention Certified (LPC), Chartered Manager (C.Mgr), Chartered Accountant (CA), ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), Certified Converged Security Professional (CSP), Converged Security Leader (CSL), Chartered Converged Security Professional (C-CSP), and Professional Strategic Risk Manager (M.ISRM).