Women in the private security sector face unique challenges, yet their contributions are vital to the industry’s success. This panel will focus on strategies for retaining women in the sector, exploring how organisations can support, empower, and advance female talent in frontline and leadership roles. Through insightful discussions, we will uncover the barriers women face, the value they bring, and how the industry can create a culture of inclusion that ensures long-term retention and ...

Drawing from extensive global research and observations, this discussion explores the transformative forces reshaping today's security landscape. As the traditional $10B high-security sector faces unprecedented change, a new $100B mainstream security market is emerging - one that builds upon historical foundations while breaking free from conventional constraints. Through insights gathered worldwide by Lee Odess, CEO of The Access Control Collective, we'll examine the critical shifts dr...

• Recognise the six stages of delivering effective security • Considerations when selecting appropriate security performance standards • The ingredients of an effective specification • The hierarchy of evidence available to support the selection of effective solutions Speaker: - Richard Flint, Technical and Commercial Lead for Physical Security - BRE Global This podcast was recorded live at The Security Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Security Leaders Summit, ...

This episode explores how the security industry can close the gender gap, spotlighting initiatives, leaders, and strategies driving meaningful change. Speakers: - Sarah Cork, Chief Growth Officer - City Group Security - Sarah Hayes, HR Director - Securitas Security Services (UK) Ltd - Louise Walker, Director - Tiger Events - Mo Fatah, Youth Development Lead - The Kings Trust - Liz Lloyd, Head of Marketing and Communications - BSIA - Andy Keast, CEO - London Irish Foundation This podcast...

Physical security is more crucial than ever, as risks escalate due to skilled labour shortages, operational costs rise and businesses face threats from all directions. Modern organisations must embrace innovative and efficient technologies to not only safeguard their people and properties but also transform their business. In this session, Verkada will explore a live customer story with Grainger PLC discussing the benefits of a cloud software approach to physical security. Discover how Graing...

Violence and Intimidation against women and girls is a societal problem that needs a whole society response. It is everyone’s business to want to see and drive the changes needed to promote safer communities that will allow them to prosper and flourish. We need to see a collective and cohesive response beyond law enforcement, driven by society, businesses and organisations across all sectors. This informative session will showcase how collaboration across the industry, working wi...

The Security Briefing is the official podcast from the organisers of The Security Event. Each episode brings together industry leaders, innovators, and frontline professionals to discuss the latest trends, technologies, and challenges shaping the future of security. From cyber to physical, strategy to innovation, this is your inside track on the issues that matter most to security professionals today. This podcast was recorded live at The Security Event in April 2025 and the session took plac...