EMPOWERING WOMEN FOR INCLUSIVE INDUSTRIES

Women In Industry Network

Empowering Women in the Industry: Cultivating a Supportive Community

Diversity and inclusivity are vital for the industry's growth, acknowledging the crucial importance of promoting gender diversity and inclusivity.

The Women in Industry network, part of The Safety & Security Series (comprising The Security Event, The Fire Safety Event, the Health & Safety Event, National Cyber Security Show, The Workplace Event and Pro Integration Future Europe), is committed to recognising and actively supporting women across all sectors. Our goal is to nurture an environment that embraces diverse perspectives and expertise.

Discover empowering initiatives aimed at enhancing diversity and the pivotal role of allies in fostering an inclusive atmosphere. Show your commitment to championing diversity and celebrating women, join the network today!

Security Leaders Summit

Hosted by Marie Tyler and powered by OrangeDoor, in partnership with IPSA and DARE - the series shines a spotlight on the journeys, perspectives and impact of women across the industry.

🎥 Live show-floor recording
🎤 Professionally produced content
📣 Amplified across event channels

Available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

Women In Industry 2026 Sessions

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11:10
  1. Professional Security Officer Live
    30 mins

    Women on the Frontline is a powerful platform that centres HERstory, giving voice to the lived experiences and life-saving impact of women working in frontline security. By sharing their stories, this initiative not only recognises their contribution but also strengthens learning, visibility, and respect across the sector.

13:30
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    Exploring how early talent initiatives are opening doors for young women in the security industry, brought to life through a real apprenticeship success story, while questioning why progress still feels slow.
14:00
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    A powerful call to action challenging organisations to step up with minimal barriers.
14:10
  1. Security Leaders Summit
    45 mins

    A focused discussion on how women leaders are driving change across the security sector - shaping inclusive cultures, modern leadership, and a future-ready industry. The session highlights practical actions that build resilience, representation, and lasting impact.

15:00
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    Challenging complacency in how safety is approached and delivered, and questioning whether current practices truly reflect real-world risk.
15:30
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    Frontline experience, academic research, and leadership insight challenging how safety is approached.
11:00
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    A thought-provoking discussion on how trust is built and applied in both professional environments and everyday life.
11:30
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    Exploring barriers to entry and progression for the next generation.
12:30
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    A career pivot story leading to a wider challenge on training and development gaps in the industry.
13:00
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    A movement to unite and amplify women across protective services.
14:00
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    A candid conversation on whether the industry’s talent gap is truly about a lack of people, or a failure in training, development, and long-term investment in skills, supported by real data and industry insight.
16:00
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    A powerful and honest conversation about building a successful career while navigating endometriosis, major surgeries, loss, and motherhood, and what meaningful workplace support really looks like in practice.
11:00
  1. Women In Industry Podcast
    30 mins
    A candid conversation on taking ownership of your career and shaping your own progression.
12:10
  1. Security Leaders Summit
    45 mins

    Show how collaboration, connection and communication (via the network, WhatsApp groups and events) tangibly improve careers, culture and security outcomes – with clear actions for the audience.

MEET OUR AMBASSADORS

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Speaker profile image for Meltem YILIKOÄžLU

Meltem YILIKOÄžLU

CCTV Operator, Securitas Güvenlik
Speaker profile image for Fiona Kastrati

Fiona Kastrati

OT Cyber Security Consultant, Bureau Veritas Cybersecurity
Speaker profile image for Satia Rai

Satia Rai

CEO, International Professional Security Association (IPSA)
Speaker profile image for Natasha Taylor

Natasha Taylor

Managing Director, Ad Hoc Property Ltd
Speaker profile image for Summer Jenkins

Summer Jenkins

Director, Lingwood Security Management Ltd
Speaker profile image for Kathy Lakin

Kathy Lakin

Site environment & Energy lead, GKN Aerospace
Speaker profile image for Andrea Graham

Andrea Graham

Principle Security Consultant, The HSQE Partnership
Speaker profile image for Adewunmi Catherine Akintula

Adewunmi Catherine Akintula

Cyber security analyst, Aer Lingus
Speaker profile image for Claire Schrader

Claire Schrader

Senior Manager (Intelligence Services), Lloyds Banking Group
Speaker profile image for Serena Jaffer

Serena Jaffer

Director, Espalier Partners
Speaker profile image for Sian Doherty

Sian Doherty

Managing Director, Arc Monitoring Ltd
Speaker profile image for Akram Muhammad

Akram Muhammad

Senior Electrical Draftsman, MEP Solutions Pvt Ltd
Speaker profile image for Ellie Baldwin

Ellie Baldwin

Business Analyst, Wavestore
Speaker profile image for Mia Moles

Mia Moles

Business Support Director, Detectnology (UK) Ltd
Speaker profile image for Marie Tyler

Marie Tyler

Director, IPSA
Speaker profile image for Martin Howe

Martin Howe

BDM Sector Specialist Education & Healthcare, G4S Secure Solutions (UK)
Speaker profile image for Kate Gregory

Kate Gregory

Category Manager UKI & Nordics, ADI Global Distributor
Speaker profile image for Shaki Balogun

Shaki Balogun

Clinical Trials Practitioner (Information Security Student), Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Speaker profile image for Charlotte Townsend

Charlotte Townsend

Operations Support Manager, Detectnology (UK) Ltd
Speaker profile image for Lyn Hodinh

Lyn Hodinh

Security engineer, Tunstall

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