ISJ: Leaders in Security Podcast

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ISJ Leaders in Security podcasts cover all the latest industry trends and developments in the company of the biggest names in security. Leaders in Security aims to educate, stimulate debate and enhance the career development of security professionals around the world.

  1. Committed to innovation: Scaling security through partnership

    5H AGO

    Committed to innovation: Scaling security through partnership

    In this installment of ISJ Leaders in Security Podcast series, Digital Content Editor, Eve Goode is joined by Kumar Sokka, CEO of acre security.  In this episode, Kumar discusses how changing customers and partner expectations are shaping the company's next phase of growth. He also highlights the shift towards unified security platforms and what long-term commitment will mean for partners in the years ahead.

    21 min
  2. The One Trillion Dollar Problem: Key Findings from the World Security Report

    12/19/2025 · BONUS

    The One Trillion Dollar Problem: Key Findings from the World Security Report

    In the second instalment of the ISJ Leaders in Security Podcast, James Thorpe, Editor of International Security Journal, discusses the first-ever World Security Report with Rachelle Loyear, Vice President of Integrated Security Solutions at Allied Universal and Noah Price, G4S Academy International Director. G4S and Allied Universal published their highly anticipated World Security Report in September of this year. The unique, first-of-its-kind report highlights that global companies lost a combined $1t in revenue in 2022 due to physical security incidents and also finds that economic unrest could be the greatest security-impacting hazard in the next 12 months.

    29 min
  3. Empowering SMEs by Strengthening Cybersecurity Postures

    12/19/2025 · BONUS

    Empowering SMEs by Strengthening Cybersecurity Postures

    International Security Journal Editor, James Thorpe, discusses cybersecurity strategy and the key threats facing SMEs with Mo Ahddoud (CEO, Chameleon Cyber Consultants), John Rogers (Global Head of Incident Response, WithSecure) and Sarb Sembhi (CTO, Virtually Informed).

    43 min
  4. Detecting danger differently: The next generation of weapons detection

    12/15/2025

    Detecting danger differently: The next generation of weapons detection

    In the twelfth edition of the ISJ Leaders in Security Podcast, Digital Content Editor Eve Goode speaks with Peter Evans, CEO of Xtract One Technologies about how modern weapons detection systems compare to traditional systems.  Peter also explores the suitability of different types of systems and where they are the most effective. Further into the podcast, Peter highlights key trends that he expects to see making their way into the weapons detection space in years to come.

    21 min
  5. From reactive to proactive: How integrated security transforms organisations

    12/03/2025

    From reactive to proactive: How integrated security transforms organisations

    In this episode of International Security Journal Leaders in Security Podcast, Barry Westgate, Bradley Cohen and Robert Taylor from Grosvenor Technologies tell Eve Goode, Digital Content Editor about the shift to connected security, the transformation of reactive security into proactive and the benefits businesses see from unified systems. To close the podcast, Bradley, Barry and Robert state their predictions for the future of access control and what’s next for Grosvenor Technologies.

    29 min
  6. Data at the core: How effective storage is powering an AI world

    06/15/2025

    Data at the core: How effective storage is powering an AI world

    In the tenth instalment of the ISJ Leaders in Security Podcast, James Thorpe – Editor of International Security Journal – is joined by Andy Palmer, Enterprise Data & Cloud Solutions Group – UK Channel Lead, Seagate Technology and Rob Lay, Product Manager, Secure Logiq. In this discussion, James, Andy and Rob explore the role data storage plays in the development and operation of AI systems. As the foundation for data accessibility and quality, storage infrastructure directly shapes AI performance and trustworthiness.  With a career spanning over 25 years in technology sales, marketing and channel development, Andy has cultivated extensive experience across various European markets, having lived and worked in Paris, Munich and the UK. Since joining Seagate in 2013, Andy has been instrumental in developing partnerships with leading system developers and integrators. Rob specialises in high-performance hardware solutions for surveillance and AI applications, bridging the gap between server and workstation hardware and video analytics. He’s passionate about harnessing AI tools to drive innovation and enhance operational efficiency.

    34 min
  7. Order in the absence of order: Delivering security in complex environments

    06/03/2025

    Order in the absence of order: Delivering security in complex environments

    In the ninth instalment of the ISJ Leaders in Security Podcast, James Thorpe – Editor of International Security Journal – is joined by Andy Edwards, VP of Strategic Development for GardaWorld Security’s Critical Infrastructure & Government Services division.  Andy is a veteran of the Royal Marines and Special Boat Service. He transitioned into the private sector as a security consultant for various blue-chip companies, news networks and International Development Agencies. As Vice President of Strategic Development at GardaWorld Security, Andy continues to leverage his experience in high-stakes environments, bringing insights and leadership to the forefront of the company's global initiatives.  In this discussion, James and Andy explore the real-world challenges of providing protection and stability in some of the world’s most volatile environments. In environments where governance is weak, regulatory enforcement is inconsistent and the traditional "rulebook" no longer applies, maintaining security – and doing so responsibly – is both a challenge and an obligation.  From adhering to international standards and prioritising human rights, to deploying defensive, community-sensitive protective services, GardaWorld Security has built a reputation for delivering security solutions that are not just effective – but ethical and sustainable.

    18 min
  8. AIoT: Driving digital transformation across industries

    03/26/2025

    AIoT: Driving digital transformation across industries

    In the eighth instalment of the ISJ Leaders in Security Podcast, James Thorpe, Editor of International Security Journal speaks with Luqi Shen, Senior Content Marketing Specialist, Hikvision. Luqi has a 15-year professional background in marketing, including five years spent at technology companies in the UK. She joined Hikvision in 2021 and has since led extensive research and the creation of content on technology and market trends.  In her current role, she is responsible for content research, planning and creation, developing engaging and informative materials that resonate with target audience’s needs. In this discussion, James and Luqi discuss Hikvision’s ‘Top 5 trends for the AIoT industry in 2025’, exploring why the company is emphasising this over traditional security narratives in 2025. They also chat through real world use cases and explore the role AIoT plays in promoting sustainability and resource efficiency.

    28 min
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ISJ Leaders in Security podcasts cover all the latest industry trends and developments in the company of the biggest names in security. Leaders in Security aims to educate, stimulate debate and enhance the career development of security professionals around the world.

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  • Creator
    International Security Journal
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
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