Who We Are
The Evacuation Company, built on the strong foundation of sister company The Stair Climbing Company, brings over 10 years of industry experience to the table. With an additional 15 years of expertise in the educational sector, we have honed our skills in training, teaching, and adapting our knowledge to provide comprehensive evacuation solutions.
Our partnerships with prestigious clients such as Bexley Borough Council, the City of Bath and Blackstone demonstrate our commitment to delivering high-quality service and aftercare. Serving one of London’s largest boroughs, one of the UK’s most distinguished cities, and one of the world’s leading real estate firms, we take pride in our exceptional standards and reliability.
We also pride ourselves on our sustainable approach, utilising local suppliers to ensure our operations are eco-friendly. Our furthest supplier is located just an hour away from our office space, reflecting our commitment to lowering our carbon footprint. As a team, we are passionate about combining excellent service with responsible practices to make a positive impact.
Meet The Team
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Chris Persey
Chris manages the daily running of the business and brings a wealth of knowledge in education and coaching to the company. Prior to working in the sector, Chris has 15 years teaching experience in a secondary school environment, and four years experience training PE teachers across Essex. His expertise ensures the delivery of high-quality training and the development of a skilled team.
MARKETING DIRECTOR
Emma Persey
Emma has a diverse background in business, having worked in various unique and exciting places across London. Emma is the strategic mind behind the company’s marketing efforts, complementing Chris’s leadership with her creativity and vision.
HEAD TRAINER
David Jarvis
David, our Head Trainer, has a strong background in sports coaching and working within gym environments, which has equipped him with the skills to train individuals and small groups effectively. David’s passion for teaching ensures that our clients receive the best possible training.
SERVICE ENGINEER
Steve Chalk
Steve brings a wealth of experience from various engineering industries. His extensive knowledge ensures that all equipment meets legal requirements, providing exceptional support and maintenance for The Evacuation Company’s operations.
OFFICE MANAGER
Roisin Grover
Roisin brings extensive knowledge from both the business and legal sectors. Her experience ensures that our operations run smoothly and adhere to all necessary regulations, making her an invaluable asset to our team.
Office Admin
Jo Byford
Jo joined The Evacuation Company in 2024 and plays a key role in supporting the team by managing administrative tasks. Her efforts help ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the business, helping the team deliver top-quality services to our clients.
Mission & Vision
Mission
Statement
We are more than just UK evacuation specialists; we are guardians of safety, dedicated to proactively keeping people and organisations secure. Driven by our unwavering commitment to excellence, we strive to elevate standards, surpassing mere compliance to ensure the safe evacuation of individuals from buildings.
At our core, we uphold the values of care and ethics, holding ourselves to the highest standards as we safeguard lives and uphold the integrity of the best organisations. Our customers rely on us for our responsive, solution-focused approach and our steadfast commitment to providing lifetime support, ensuring their ongoing safety and peace of mind.
Rooted in family values, we foster a culture of compassion and empathy, making us a natural fit for people-centric organisations that share our dedication to prioritising the well-being of individuals.
Driven by our passion for excellence, we deliver tailored, best-practice solutions crafted for ethical organisations. Our aim is to provide unparalleled safety evacuation solutions for a safer, more secure world.
Vision
Statement
Our vision is to elevate the standards of evacuation training and equipment usage across major cities. We aim to work with a wide range of facilities to ensure that existing equipment is properly utilised and maintained. Our goal is to create environments where evacuation procedures are well-known and practiced, extending our impact to as many buildings and cities as possible. We are passionate about making facilities accessible to everyone.
