Saturday 15th November 2025
Banquet report
What an incredible night for the World Association of Professional Investigators (WAPI)!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended and supported the WAPI 25th Anniversary Celebration. It was a truly memorable evening spent honouring our profession, reconnecting with colleagues, and celebrating just how far WAPI has come over the past quarter-century.
We were deeply honoured to welcome Johnson Beharry as our guest speaker. His remarkable story of bravery, resilience, and service captivated everyone in the room.
Thanks to the generosity of our attendees, we are delighted to announce that £630.00 was raised in support of his charity, an incredible contribution that will go on to support meaningful work.
A special thank you also goes to our GC Member, Natalie Mccullins, who delivered a touching and heartfelt speech dedicated to expressing WAPI’s gratitude to Johnson Beharry. Her words beautifully reflected the admiration and appreciation felt across the entire association.
The evening was made even more memorable by our glamorous Marilyn Monroe look-alike, who serenaded WAPI with a lively rendition of “Happy Birthday” and delighted guests with photos throughout the night, adding a touch of sparkle and fun to the celebration.
And of course, no WAPI celebration would be complete without a lively finale—everyone danced the night away into the early hours! The camaraderie, energy, and warmth in the room showcased the very best of the WAPI community.
We are also delighted to **officially welcome our new Governing Council Members:
• Gennine H.
• Natalie Mccullins
• Justin McGibbon
Your dedication, commitment, and passion for the profession are truly appreciated, and we look forward to the positive impact you will each bring to the Governing Council.
Thank you once again to all our members, guests, supporters, and friends who helped make the WAPI 25th Anniversary a night to remember. Here’s to many more years of professionalism, integrity, and collaboration within the global investigative community.
A special thank you to Mike Le Corte of the Association of British Investigators together with fellow members that joined us in this milestone evening.
As we mark the 25th Anniversary of WAPI, we extend heartfelt thanks to our remarkable sponsors. Each of you represents excellence in your field, and we’re proud to celebrate this milestone with organisations that continually elevate the standards of our profession.
Ian D. Withers — Dangerous Escapades
Iconic, boundary-pushing investigative storytelling and media, shaped by Ian’s decades of international experience.
Beverley Flynn — Insight Investigations
One of the UK’s most respected detective agencies, trusted for discretion, professionalism and proven results.
John Withers — Priority Investigations Ireland Limited
High-level investigative services across Ireland, known for accuracy, discretion and cross-border expertise.
Justin McGibbon — Priority Process
Reliable, fast and secure process serving across the UK and Ireland, keeping legal matters moving smoothly.
Natalie Mccullins — Intercity Investigations
Agile, efficient investigative support across multiple regions, recognised for responsiveness and precision.
Gennine H. — Priority International
A global investigative and intelligence agency, delivering world-class due diligence and cross-border investigations.
Kevin John Regan — Varsity Directory
A trusted directory connecting clients with vetted Investigators, Process Servers, Trace Agents and Security Professionals worldwide.
Ken Lodge — SocialNetworkFinder
A powerful intelligence platform for locating and analysing online and social-media data, essential for modern investigations.
To all our sponsors: thank you for your partnership, professionalism and unwavering support. You helped make our 25th Anniversary Banquet truly exceptional.
The WAPI Governing Council 15th November 2025