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Your daily ally

At Sentinel, first aid is second nature to us. Our team members come from a variety of backgrounds - military, medical, and humanitarian - but we are all united by one purpose: to keep your body safe and your mind at peace!

With over 50 years of combined experience in the field and extreme environments, we’ve endured a lot so you don’t have to. Whether you’re embarking on an expedition, preparing for a humanitarian mission, or facing everyday challenges, you can trust that your safety is in the best hands.

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What makes us different

We designed the Triangle of Efficiency to offer you a complete and accessible solution, whatever your lifestyle. This model is based on three pillars:

Knowledge :

Practical guides to anticipate the unexpected

Training :

Essential skills through our interactive programs

Equipment :

Reliable, field-tested products

By combining these three elements, the Triangle of Efficiency prepares you to take on all challenges, from everyday life to the most daring adventures, with serenity and confidence.

Our experts

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Joël Schuermans

Co-founder / Managing Director (CEO)

  • Expert in operational and training strategy

  • Graduate in Paramedical Sciences

  • 12 years of experience as a Team Leader in commando units

  • Extensive field expertise through international missions and expeditions

  • Recognized instructor, author, and speaker

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Patrice De Harlez

Co-founder / R&D Director (CRDO)

  • Specialist in first-aid kit development

  • Expertise in international logistics

  • Senior instructor and trainer of trainers

  • 4 years’ experience in commando units

  • Experienced trainer for missions in challenging environments

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Marcel Raad

Partner / Director of Operations (COO)

  • 20 years of experience in security (military, humanitarian, civilian)

  • Close-protection specialist within the UN and the military

  • Missions carried out across 4 continents

  • Coordinator for complex investigations and evacuations

  • Trainer for deployments in high-risk and degraded environments

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Vincent Laforge

Medical Director (CMO)

  • Experienced anesthesiologist-intensivist

  • Extensive experience in intercontinental medical evacuations

  • Holder of a degree in wound ballistics

  • Telemedicine and medical support for missions and expeditions

  • Specialized trainer in tactical medicine

Discover the story of Sentinel, born from the expertise and innovation of CELOPS since 2012. This journey reflects a strategic evolution to meet the changing needs of our customers while remaining true to our core values: efficiency, expertise and trust.

From CELOPS to Sentinel in 2025, this transformation marks a new step to better support governments, businesses and individuals in their preparation and security.

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