On 25 June 2025, 272 senior security professionals gathered at the Hilton Deansgate, Manchester for the SJUK Leaders in Security Conference, in partnership with Platinum Partner, Advancis UK.
The 2025 instalment was a milestone event that offered more than just industry updates – it provided a stage for key conversations about the evolution of the profession, the convergence of disciplines and the mindset shifts that we continue to see reshape the security landscape.
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The premium conference and networking event for senior professionals working in the UK & Europe security industry – register for your chance to attend this exclusive one-day event to hear from 30+ expert speakers and directly network with decision makers representing key organisations, businesses and associations from the region and beyond.
The SJUK Leaders in Security Conference places your company in a dynamic, positive environment, enabling you to develop new business contacts, grow your brand and meet face-to-face with the most senior members of the UK and European security community.
Director, Optimal Risk and
SJUK Leaders in Security Conference Chair
Head of Corporate Security and
Organisational Resilience, BBC
Senior Consultant, Optimal Risk Group
UK Crowd Management Association (UKCMA) Chair
Group Director of Security, Global Switch
CEO and Founder, Stamp Out Spiking
Group Security & Resilience Director, Tesco
Director, The British Library
Chief Executive Officer, Grey Hare Media
Strategic Fraud Prevention and
Behavioural Lead, UK Finance
Reader in International Security,
University of Salford
Head of Corporate Security, National Highways
Editor, Security Journal Americas
Editor, International Security Journal
“I am excited about building what will be a ground-breaking conference – an event that promotes collaboration and brings together the leading individuals our sector has to offer, for the benefit of our professional community and wider society.”
Rick Mounfield, Director, Optimal Risk and SJUK Leaders in Security Conference Chair
“I am excited to be part of the SJUK advisory board, which represents a unique opportunity to share insights with this community on current and future challenges, and identifying opportunities and risks related to innovation and technology. I am strong believer in the value of networks, personal exchange, and fostering strong relationships in the security community, and the SJUK Leaders in Security Conference is the perfect platform to do this.”
Norman Heit, Group Corporate Security & Resilience Director, Vodafone
“This event is such an important opportunity to bring professionals together from all avenues of security so they can share good practice, hear the latest updates and insights in security and learn, improve and grow together.”
Fiona Gaskell, Director of Security, International Tours and Retail, Warner Bros. Studios Tours London and Tokyo
“I am delighted to be working with Security Journal UK . The event will provide a welcome opportunity for stakeholders across the Security & Risk sector to attend, engage, network and learn from an impressive line-up of security practitioners offering their insight, professionalism and experience across a number of current and emerging risks.”
Guy Mathias, Risk & Operations Director, Suntory
The SJUK Leaders in Security Conference is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow senior security professionals and hear the thoughts of some of the foremost thought leaders in the UK & Europe security industry.
The conference agenda will address the key challenges keeping leaders awake at night as businesses and organisations seek continuity and growth against a backdrop of change.
What will be discussed in 2025? Submit your discussion ideas to enquiries@sjukleadersinsecurity.com
