ISRM Director of Communications Farah Benis Reviews Strategic Risk and Crisis Management by Dr David Rubens

In the latest episode of The Bookshelf Edit, ISRM Director of Communications Farah Benis takes a deep dive into Strategic Risk and Crisis Management: A Handbook for Modelling and Managing Complex Risks by Dr David Rubens. She explores the book’s key themes, breaking down real-world crisis response failures, the demands of leadership under pressure and […]
Global Urban Resilience – The Global City Network – Complexity and Dependencies

Understanding the global city network involves recognising the intricate web of connections and dependencies that link cities worldwide in various socio-economic, cultural and technological dimensions. These networks represent a dynamic system where cities interact and collaborate on global issues such as trade, finance, innovation and sustainability. Cities within this network often specialise in different services […]
Entries Open for the Fire and Security Matters Awards 2025

Western Business Media Ltd, the publisher of Fire Safety Matters and key security industry titles such as Security Matters, Professional Security Installer, Benchmark and Risk Xtra, has announced the opening of entries for the Fire and Security Matters Awards 2025. Sponsored by FireQual, the awards recognise excellence and innovation across the fire and security sectors. Following […]
Online Symposium Invitation – Does Climate Change Increase Disasters?

We are pleased to invite you to an engaging online symposium, jointly hosted by University College London (UCL) and Yamaguchi University. This event will delve into the critical links between climate change and disaster risk, bringing together leading experts to share insights and strategies for resilience. Event Details: Speakers: Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from distinguished thought […]
L4 & L5 February 2025 Trainings

Level 4 Award in Foundations of Security & Risk Management The Level 4 programme is designed for Team Leaders and Operational managers, who want to have a better understanding of how to do their job in well-structured and professional manner, and also get a first professional qualification. As well as open courses, this programme can […]
Webinar – Risk Management 2025: Mapping Chaos and Uncertainty

Join us on Tuesday, 4th February 2025, from 2 PM to 3 PM (GMT) for a thought-provoking session with Dr David Rubens, a leading authority in strategic risk and crisis management. In an era of unprecedented global uncertainty, how can organisations effectively manage risk and build resilience? Dr. Rubens will delve into the latest trends, strategic frameworks, […]
Security and Risk Management – F1 Global Network

Dr David Rubens spent a day with sixty security and risk managers from the F1 global network (including twenty-four race locations) as part of their annual conference. The sessions covered various aspects of security and risk management in the highly complex environments of an F1 race event. The day culminated in a table-top exercise that […]
Bidvest Noonan – Breakfast Intelligence Briefing

The event brought together industry leaders to discuss all things Risk Management. Dr David Rubens, a global expert in strategic risk and crisis management, delivered the keynote address. Ian Martin Bidvest Noonan Director of Risk and Intelligence, joined Rachel Webb, Chief Security Risk Officer from The Keyholding Company, and Director of Security & Resilience, Michael Pearce GCGI MBCI, from Landsec […]
Bidvest Noonan to Chair Global Initiative on Tall Building Security

Bidvest Noonan has partnered with The Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM) to launch a Special Interest Group dedicated to supporting the global tall-building sector. With a strong track record of securing high-profile tall buildings, Bidvest Noonan will chair this initiative. The Special Interest Group will focus on identifying and understanding threats while developing insights […]
ISRM Corporate Partner Webinar – ISO Certification for Security and Risk Management

We are delighted to invite you to our latest ISRM Corporate Partner webinar: ISO Certification for Security and Risk Management! ISO Standard are becoming an increasingly irreplaceable tool for organisations to demonstrate their corporate and operational management credentials, as well as ensuring that they are implementing best-practice frameworks and protocols at every level of their […]
