Alan Cotton
About Alan Cotton
Alan Cotton is the Law Enforcement Operations Manager at Elevate Services, with extensive experience in crime prevention, digital investigation, and stakeholder relationship management.
Work at Elevate
Currently, Alan Cotton serves as the Law Enforcement Operations Manager at Elevate Services. He has held this position since 2020 and is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. In this role, he utilizes his extensive background in law enforcement and operations management to oversee various initiatives and ensure effective service delivery.
Education and Expertise
Alan Cotton has a diverse educational background in law enforcement and crime prevention. He studied at City in Guilds and achieved qualifications in Crime Prevention. Additionally, he completed the Police Promotion Exams and obtained a diploma from Police Scotland. His expertise includes advanced skills in digital investigation and the use of interactive data and reports.
Background
Alan Cotton has a comprehensive career in law enforcement, beginning as a Police Officer with Police Scotland in 1995. Over the years, he progressed through various roles, including Police Detective, Police Sergeant, and Detective Trainer. His experience spans multiple areas, including major crime investigation, surveillance, and inter-agency collaboration.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Alan Cotton has demonstrated a proven track record in building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships. He has extensive experience in managing high volumes of complaints and cases, ensuring proper escalation through the correct channels. His leadership skills were highlighted during his tenure as a major incident commander.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Elevate Services, Alan held various positions, including Area Manager while self-employed and Security Management Advisor at TIAA Ltd. He also served as Senior Investigations Manager in the Loss Prevention Division at M. H. Alshaya Co. His roles have provided him with a broad understanding of security management and operational oversight.