This exclusive event brings together leading voices in security and risk management, offering a unique opportunity to connect with peers from the Energy and Marine sector.
Don’t miss the chance to hear from Professor Lucy Easthope, a renowned international disaster recovery specialist, as she shares insights drawn from some of the world’s most significant crises.
You’ll also take part in a real-world crisis simulation led by James Wood, Regional Security Director at International SOS, designed to equip you with practical strategies for integrating emergency response into your corporate travel programme.
Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis - secure your spot today!
Who should attend?
The sessions will be applicable to those in the following job functions who are responsible for their organisation's travel programme:
- Travel Managers
- Crew Schedulers
- HR/People Managers
- Procurement/Buyers
- Health and Safety/Risk
- Office Managers
Agenda
13:45 - 14:15
Arrival & registration
Tea, coffee and light bites provided
14:15 - 14: 20
Welcome
Speaker: Graeme Fyvie, General Manager - Energy & Marine, Reed & Mackay
14:20 - 15:15
Expect the Unexpected: Planning with Britain’s Leading Disaster Expert
Hear from Professor Lucy Easthope, the UK’s leading authority on recovering from disaster, as she explores why robust emergency response planning is essential for every organisation, especially those with a travelling population. Having plans for extreme scenarios isn’t a sign of failure; it’s a mark of resilience and foresight. Join us to learn how proactive planning can safeguard your people and your organisation in an unpredictable world. There will be time for Q&A.
Speakers: Professor Lucy Easthope, International Disaster Recovery Specialist
15:15 - 15:30
Coffee break
15:30 - 17:00
Trouble in Paradise: Mastering Incident Response during High-Stakes Events
Step into the role of an incident management team for an events company hosting a prestigious investment forum at a luxury Miami hotel. When an unexpected crisis unfolds, your mission is to safeguard your teams, attendees, and the event’s integrity while navigating a series of escalating challenges. Through this immersive, real-world simulation, you’ll collaborate with your group under pressure, make critical decisions, and develop strategies to respond effectively and recover swiftly from disruptions.
Speakers: James Wood, Regional Security Director, Northern Europe, International SOS
17:00 - 17:30
Fireside Chat: Is your travel policy fit for purpose?
In an increasingly unpredictable world, how prepared is your organisation when disruption hits? Put your questions to the experts as they explore:
- How lessons from disaster response and security planning can be embedded into your travel programme
- The agility required to adapt to geopolitical shifts and emerging risks
- Best practices for reviewing and updating your travel policy
We’ll gain valuable insights from Reed & Mackay client Graham Skinner, Health & Safety Manager at OEUK, as he shares how Reed & Mackay supports their organisation in safeguarding travellers.
This session will equip you with practical strategies to strengthen resilience, safeguard travellers, and ensure business continuity - even in the face of the unforeseen.
Speakers:
Moderated by: Graeme Fyvie, General Manager - Energy & Marine, Reed & Mackay
Professor Lucy Easthope, International Disaster Recovery Specialist
James Wood, Regional Security Director, Northern Europe, International SOS
Graham Skinner, Health & Safety Manager, OEUK
17:30 - 17:35
Closing Remarks
Speakers: Graeme Fyvie, General Manager - Energy & Marine, Reed & Mackay
17:35 - 19:00
Drinks & Canapés reception
Speakers
Professor Lucy Easthope
International Disaster Recovery Specialist
Lucy Easthope is a leading authority on responding to and recovering from emergencies. For over two decades she has challenged others to think differently about what comes next after complex, tragic events. She is a passionate and thought-provoking voice in planning for pandemics, conflict, sudden death and disaster, and has been a tactical advisor to international emergency responders since 2001.
She has special interest in the aftermath of transportation disasters and also the care and return of personal effects after these disasters, writing and advising internationally on this subject.
James Wood
Regional Security Director
International SOS
James is the lead security expert for Northern Europe, providing strategic advice and support across all aspects of International SOS' security services. A certified Business Continuity professional with the Business Continuity Institute, James joined International SOS in 2011 and has extensive experience managing security operations globally.
He has supported clients through major incidents including violent unrest in Papua New Guinea, Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines, and flooding in Jakarta. Since moving to London in 2015, James has overseen 24/7 security operations, crisis management, and business continuity planning, coordinating evacuations and critical support during escalations across Europe, Africa, and Central Asia.
Graham Skinner
Health & Safety Policy Manager
Offshore Energies UK
Graham oversees health and safety, with a particular emphasis on developing and implementing security protocols to safeguard offshore operations. His responsibilities span process safety, major accident hazards, personal safety, aviation safety, and organizational resilience, ensuring security is embedded throughout. As a Chartered Engineer and Energy Institute member, Graham applies technical expertise to integrate security into all aspects of offshore safety.