Michael Ashworth

Michael Ashworth is a CEO, entrepreneur, and expert in risk management, technology, and stabilisation, with over 30 years of experience addressing challenges in frontier and conflict regions. As the founder of Track 24 (www.track24.com) and Ardan Energy Services (www.ardanconsulting.com), Michael has driven innovations in safeguarding, security, and operational support for industries such as oil and gas, de-mining, and international development.

Currently leading Akkadian International, Michael has been at the forefront of efforts in Ukraine, delivering essential medical, security, training, and stabilisation services to international media, NGOs, government bodies, and development organisations since the onset of the full-scale invasion.

A former British Army Officer and foreign correspondent, Michael brings deep insights into geopolitics and business, shaped by his experiences in conflict zones and along the world's most volatile faultlines. He holds a BA from Exeter University and an MBA from Cranfield University.