About Controlled Events

Trusted by Leading Event Organisers

Controlled Events delivers specialist event control, communications and technology support for major public events, city operations, and critical incident response. We work with clients who need clarity, speed and experience when it matters most. From planning to delivery, we provide the structure and tools to keep teams connected and events running smoothly. 

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Event Control and Readiness Built on Experience 

We’ve supported so many clients with structured planning, real-time coordination and post-event review. Every project benefits from the same grounded approach of clear structures, connected teams and reliable tools that work under pressure. We ensure that our clients are prepared for crisis, with readiness exercises and immersive training 

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Years In Business

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People Trained

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Exercises Completed

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Operational Days

Meet The Team

Experienced minds, steady hands, and a shared commitment to getting it right.

 

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Rob Walley

Founder

Rob is an experienced events, resilience and readiness professional who has led the design, readiness ranging from exercising each competition venue for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, acting as a liaison officer to national and regional control rooms, leading control rooms for the King’s Coronation, Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, SailGP Season 1 to date (Season 4), the 35th and 37th America’s Cup events, The Boat Race (2017-).

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Hannah Walley

Operations Director

Hannah brings over 15 years of commercial experience within London’s hospitality sector, where she led and supported teams across a wide range of high-profile events and private dining operations. In response to the seismic challenges of 2020, she joined Controlled Events to assist with client communications during a time of significant operational change. Now, five years on, Hannah oversees logistics and operational delivery across the business, ensuring resilience and responsiveness remain at the core of Controlled Events’ services.

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Aislinn Maiden

Readiness Manager

Aislinn is an experienced Manager who has led lifeguarding and water safety teams for over 10 years. Aislinn is also trained as a First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor and Trainer Assessor through the American Red Cross, Highfield and The Royal Life Saving Society. Aislinn has developed training for Rescue Ready Learning, designed and delivered training and Exercises including Sail GP, Remembrance Sunday, EPC Conference, Central London Multi Agency Exercises as well as supporting Event Control Rooms such as Sail GP, Henley Regatta, The Boat Race and Southport Air Show.

Our Values

We focus on preparation, communication, and excellent delivery. Our values shape how we work with our partners and with each other, to ensure that every event is safely delivered and clearly managed. They guide every control room we run, every plan we design, and every decision we make in the moment. 

Quality

We apply a proven process to every project, built on detailed planning, thorough testing, and consistent execution. We set high standards because that’s what our clients rely on, and we deliver with precision every time. 

Integrity

No corners cut, or assumptions made. We act with honesty, accountability and professionalism, especially in high-pressure environments where trust and clarity matter most.

Excellence

Nothing is left to chance. Every decision is backed by experience, and every action is measured against what success looks like for the client. It means going beyond what’s expected with confidence and proven results.

Accreditations

Recognised across multiple sectors, our accreditations reflect trusted standards in safety, resilience, and event operations.

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Knowledge That Strengthens Operations 

Controlled Events has always believed in improving the industry, not just our own outcomes. The Learning Centre is where we share lessons gained from the field, useful resources and thinking that supports better planning and response. It reflects how we work: openly, practically and with a focus on real-world value. 

Contact Us

Interested in the products and services we have to offer? Please get in touch with our team, and we’ll get back to you as quickly as possible.