ConSeC 2025 – 23rd October
Conflict & Emerging Risks: How they are Shaping the Future of Security Technology
The Association of Security Consultants flagship event, ConSeC 2025, is set to be a defining moment in the conversation around conflict, emerging risks, and the future of security technology. As global security dynamics evolve at an unprecedented pace, understanding how these changes drive technological innovation and reshape risk strategies has never been more critical.
This year, ConSeC will break new ground, not just in thought leadership but in location—it will be the first time the conference is hosted outside London, welcoming delegates to the prestigious Wellcome Foundation’s Hinxton Hall Conference Centre near Cambridge, an iconic venue known for fostering advanced research and thought-provoking discussion.
ConSeC 2025 is a gathering of minds across the security sector—industry professionals, consultants, systems integrators, manufacturers and academic institutions, all coming together to explore the pressing challenges that define modern security landscapes. From geopolitical instability and technological disruption to the latest advancements in surveillance, access control, AI-driven threat detection, and cyber resilience, the event will provide deep insights into how security professionals must adapt, innovate, and lead in this new era.
A key highlight of this year’s event is the inaugural dedicated pracademic seminar, conceived to bridge the gap between research and practical application. The conference will also feature a professional development area where leading universities and training providers will exhibit, enabling visitors to engage in discussions on ongoing learning initiatives. Furthermore, for those seeking career guidance or staff recruitment, SSR Personnel will be available to provide assistance.
The pracademic seminar, titled “Electronic Security & Surveillance: Defining Competency, High Security & Emerging Threats” will provide an in-depth exploration of the subject. The seminar will commence with speakers delving into the competency schemes, benefits, and implications for those who fail to take proactive measures. Subsequently, it will transition into a series of lectures addressing various methods of entry to properties that should be incorporated into security designs, emerging technologies that pose a threat to security systems, and discussions relating to high security applications. The seminar will conclude with subject matter experts from leading universities presenting topics that should be considered in the design process for security systems. For individuals involved in the supply, design, or installation of security systems, this event will be an invaluable opportunity, marking a significant milestone in the industry.
Whether you are studying security, training for career advancement, or leading transformational projects within the industry, ConSeC 2025 offers unparalleled opportunities to engage with cutting-edge insights, network with influential professionals, and contribute to shaping the future of security technology. As threats grow more sophisticated and challenges become more interconnected, ConSeC 2025 promises to be an essential forum for anyone invested in security consultancy, risk mitigation, and the application of advanced technology to real-world problems.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
- Registration is essential due to security requirements at the venue
- Car parking cannot be guaranteed or reserved
- Where possible please car share, use public transport or the free campus minibus from Whittlesford Parkway (note, this is a first come, first serve basis and used by employees of the campus).
- A car parking pass will be required which will be sent to you separately if you have indicated on the booking form that you will be driving.
- The ASC have reserved all 126 rooms at the on-site Hinxton Hall Hotel for both the 22nd and 23rd October. Rooms can be booked for £130 + vat per night for the first occupant, with an additional £30 + vat for a second occupant. Please contact Becky to book.
- Tickets to the Gala Awards Dinner can be booked here
Agenda
Consultant Agenda:
| 08:30 | Registration |
| 09:20 | Welcome & Introduction |
| 09:30 | Keynote Speaker – Providing Security During Conflict – Bob Judson |
| 10:00 | 10:00: Insights from the World Security Report – Panel Discussion – Noah Price, G4S, Jason Shepherd, RUSI Bob Judson,Simon Crane |
| 10:40 | Break |
| 11:20 | The Developing Threat of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) – Oliver Hayes-Newington, Green Leaf Security Services |
| 12:00 | Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) – Rosie Richardson, Createc |
| 12:40 | Lunch |
| 13:40 | Headline Sponsor – Consult Europe & Guest Panel – Bruce Braes, Consult Europe |
| 14:00 | Citizen Survivability – Ian Fox, Safer Spaces for All |
| 14:40 | Smart Cities – Signage for Security – Sander Teunissen, Crowd Cow |
| 15:20 | Break |
| 16:00 | Human Red Teaming- The Threat of Social Engineering – Andy Humphrys, Synovum Cyber Security |
| 16:40 | Global Environmental Risk Lessons Learned from Fukashima – Mark Neate, Consultant |
| 17:20 | Summary & Close |
| 17:30 | Networking Drinks |
Pracademic Agenda:
| 08:30 | Registration & Doors open |
| 09:00 | Welcome, Seating, Seminar leaflet distribution |
| 09:15 | Introduction Block 1 – Competency? – Sam Stuart – Sponsor |
| 09:20 | Chair/Vice Chair Welcome – Gary/Simon |
| 09:30 | Set the scene and explain the seminars goals and objectives – Dennis Roe ASC |
| 09:50 | Competency or Incompetency – Trevor Jenks – SSAIB |
| 10:30 | BREAK |
| 11:00 | Advancing industry standards: the latest developments for the electrotechnical certification scheme (ECS) – Dan Woods – ESC/JIB |
| 11:20 | Competency panel discussion inc Q&A – Trevor, Dan & Kevin Faulkner – SSAIB, JIB, Banham Academy |
| 11:50 | Introduction Block 2 – Example Risk Considerations – Sam Stuart – Sponsor |
| 11:55 | Risk, the basis for security design – Simon Crane |
| 12:20 | LUNCH |
| 13:40 | Settle After Lunch – Sam Stuart – Sponsor |
| 13:40 | Security in the highest threat environments – Bob Judson – Bob Judson Consulting Ltd |
| 14:20 | Understanding the features of forced entry standards and selecting the most appropriate for your needs – Richard Flint – BRE |
| 14:50 | See no evil, Hear no evil, Speak no evil – Failure to detect evil Dennis Roe |
| 15:20 | Break |
| 15:50 | Introduction Block 3 – understanding from Academia – Sam Stuart – Sponsor |
| 16:00 | The importance of system/complexity thinking in security – Prof. Alison Wakefield – University of West London |
| 16:30 | Enhancing collaboration between industry and academia: The development of ‘Security Pracademia‘! – Dr. Iain Reid – University of Portsmouth |
| 17:00 | Seminar summary and conclusions Dennis Roe |
| 17:15 | Final remarks and Thanks Gary/Simon |
Venue Information – Hinxton Hall Conference Centre
https://www.hinxtonhall.org/contact/getting-here/
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Campus Entrance: baker, cafe, loaders
Conference Centre reception: tropic, punters, stem
