The SJUK Leaders in Security Conference 2025 will once again serve as the premier platform for senior security professionals.

Exclusive one-day event

The SJUK Leaders in Security Conference proudly returns for another landmark year, serving as the premier platform for senior security professionals, policymakers and industry pioneers from across the UK and Europe to come together for a day of high-level insight, forward-thinking discussion and strategic networking.

This prestigious, exclusive one-day Security Conference is tailor-made for C-Level executives, security directors and decision-makers who are actively shaping the present and future of the security industry.

Hosted in the vibrant city of Manchester, with its excellent transport links and world-class facilities, the Security Conference provides an inspiring and accessible setting for meaningful collaboration and knowledge exchange.

The 2025 edition of the Security Conference will feature over 30 renowned speakers and subject-matter experts, drawn from across the security sector, government agencies, leading private firms and key industry associations.

Together, we will deliver a rich and fast-paced agenda focused on the strategic priorities, operational challenges and emerging opportunities facing today’s security leaders.

Attendees will gain valuable insights into current market dynamics, regulatory developments and the latest advancements in technology and intelligence at the Security Conference.

Sessions will cover a broad range of topics, including national and regional security strategy, cybersecurity and data protection, infrastructure protection, leadership in crisis response, future threat landscapes, and more.

More than just a conference, the SJUK Leaders in Security Conference is a space where decisions are shaped, alliances are formed and innovation is inspired.

The Security Conference offers the rare opportunity to directly engage with senior stakeholders, industry influencers and regional policymakers, all within a professional environment designed to encourage open dialogue and practical outcomes.

Whether you’re looking to future-proof your organisation’s strategy, keep pace with sector innovation, or influence the direction of national security policy, the SJUK Leaders in Security Conference is the must-attend event for senior professionals committed to excellence in security leadership.

Registration for the Security Conference is now open.

Secure your place and join the conversation that’s shaping the future of security across the UK and beyond.

• Rick Mounfield, Director of Optimal Risk Group – Conference Chair

• Dr Samantha Newbury – Reader in International Security

• Bhanu Goud – Director, The British Library

• Anne Marie Chebib – Chair, UKCMA

• Frank Cannon – Founding Director, Cannon Asset Protection Limited

• Matthew Drew – Group Security and Resilience Director, Tesco

• Nigel Brown – Head of Corporate Security and Organisational Resilience, BBC

• Tom O’Driscoll – Head of Corporate Security, National Highways

• Paul Maskall – Strategic Fraud Prevention and Behavioural Lead, UK Finance

• Jennifer Ciolfi – Group Director of Security, Global Switch

• Gary Thomas – Chair, ASC

• Philip Ingram – CEO, Grey Hare Media

• Dawn Dines – CEO + Founder, Stamp Out Spiking

• James Thorpe – Editor, International Security Journal (ISJ)

• Victoria Hanscomb – Editor, Security Journal Americas (SJA)

About The Security Institute

The Security Institute— is the UK’s largest security membership organisation, with a global network of nearly 5,000 professionals.

For 25 years, The Security Institute has been driving membership, professionalisation, and Influence in the security sector.

It’s community aims to enhance credibility, expand networks, and support career development.

Stay ahead with expert insights, quarterly magazine, bi-weekly eNews, and in-depth insights from distinguished professionals.

Engage in regional events, build connections, and gain industry-recognised qualifications (Level 3, 5, and 7) through flexible distance learning.

About BSIA

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is the trade association for the professional security industry in the UK.

It’s members are responsible for more than 70% of privately provided UK security products and services (by turnover) including the manufacture, distribution and installation of electronic and physical security equipment and the provision of security officer services and consultancy.

Our members are industry professionals ranging in size from global companies to small and medium enterprises, offering quality products and services to a vast spectrum of end-users.

The BSIA is the voice of the professional security industry, supporting and encouraging excellence; educating the marketplace on the value of quality and professional security; and creating an environment in which to flourish.

BSIA Membership is the symbol of quality and professionalism in the security industry.

About IPSA

The International Professional Security Association (IPSA) is a membership association for individuals and companies working in the fire and security sector.

The Association was formed over 60 years ago to ensure professionalism in the management of security operations.

IPSA as an established and recognised worldwide professional organisation, provides, in accordance with growing demand, a specialised unrivalled service to industry/commerce.

IPSA offers membership to those employed in the security sector and to those companies who supply services or materials used in connection with Fire & Security activities.

About ASC

We are the leading industry organisation for independent security professionals operating across the UK.

For over 30 years our network of highly skilled professionals has been ensuring clients get the very best advice for their particular security requirements.

To join the ASC, applicants must undergo a vetting process and peer review to verify they have the appropriate level of experience and qualifications to operate in their field.

To maintain membership, members must demonstrate continuous professional development.

Security Consultants require a diverse set of skills, knowledge, and experience to effectively meet the demanding requirements of their clients. 

A proficient Security Consultant is more than a subject matter expert in any single discipline; they are dynamic professionals who combine a range of qualities to navigate the intricate landscape of safeguarding individuals, assets, and information.

About ASIS UK

ASIS UK has 800 + members, spanning a range of industries and experience from every sector, public and private and every size of organisation.

The goal of the UK chapter is to provide educational sessions, support professionals’ development and assist in their career advancement, and enhance the overall standards across the industry.

The chapter supports a number of specific communities which support our diverse membership body from Young Professionals, Women in Security Diversity & Inclusion and Transition, which supports members joining from careers in the military or emergency services.

About IFPO

The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) serves individuals, security service firms, and organizations with their own security personnel who find IFPO programs a valuable tool for professional development.

Both career-focused officers and individuals in general benefit from the recognition and professional reputation that the Foundation certification provides.

Provide professional learning opportunities for security practitioners, to impart the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to maximise job performance and enhance career potential.

Register your interest for the Security Conference here.

This article was originally published in the May edition of Security Journal UK. To read your FREE digital edition, click here.