Securing the Game with Uliana Barbysheva and Konstantin Turuntcev of Event Concept Consultancy

In this episode of Managing Your Perimeter, hosts Anna Reahl and PJ O'Neil speak with Uliana Barbysheva and Konstantin Turuntcev of Event Concept Consultancy, security experts behind some of the world’s largest sporting events—including the FIFA World Cups in Russia and Qatar. Together, they unpack what it takes to secure a global event, from invisible security and integrated planning to managing fan cultures and post-COVID crowd behavior. The conversation touches on the 4S model (Safety, Security, Service, Stakeholders), real-world lessons, and the complex challenges facing the 2026 World Cup across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Whether you're in operations, law enforcement, or event logistics, this episode is a masterclass in proactive, people-centered security.

Konstantin Turuntcev is a global events professional with over a decade of experience in crowd management, spectator services, and security. He has delivered high-impact results for events including the Sochi 2014 Olympic Games, Formula 1 in Sochi, the 2018 FIFA World Cup, and the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Konstantin develops and implements crowd strategies, operational plans, and staffing systems that keep complex events running smoothly on the world stage.

Uliana Barbysheva is a global security strategist with over 14 years of experience operating in high-stakes, high-visibility environments. She played a pivotal role in developing the requirements, methodology, and operational documentation for stadium security at the two most recent FIFA World Cups—building and leading international teams to deliver on the world’s largest sporting stage. 

Together, their approach blends precision planning with on-the-ground adaptability, making them sought-after experts in global event security operations.


You can learn more about their work at: 
http://eventconcept.biz 
LinkedIn: 
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eventconceptconsultancy