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28 - 30 April 2026 | NEC Birmingham, UK

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PANEL | Women on the Frontlines: Advancing Gender Diversity in the Private Security Sector

08 Apr 2025
Security Leaders Summit
Security Leaders Summit
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 growth.
Speakers
Satia Rai, CEO / COO - International Professional Security Association (IPSA)
Lyndsey Higgins, Director of Front-Line Forum - International Professional Security Association (IPSA)
Hayfa Ali, Advanced Detection Team Coordinator - Wilson James
Charlotte Wigg, Head of Crowd Safety and Events - SGC Security Services

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