More than a ceremonial round-up, this year’s cohort was selected through LSA’s proprietary algorithm, which assesses a wide range of leadership benchmarks
The Life Safety Alliance (LSA) has unveiled its annual list of the Top 40 Global Thought Leaders in Security and Life Safety for 2025, recognising professionals who are reshaping the industry through innovation, influence and integrity.
More than a ceremonial round-up, this year’s cohort was selected through LSA’s proprietary algorithm, which assesses a wide range of leadership benchmarks — including speaking engagements at major conferences, educational contributions, social media reach, volunteerism and demonstrated industry impact.
“Security and life safety are global imperatives,” an LSA spokesperson said. “This year, we cast a wider net — looking at geographic representation, market maturity and ethical leadership, along with traditional credentials and influence.”
The result, they said, is a diverse and inclusive group that not only leads but also inspires. The 2025 list reflects the increasing complexity of the sector, with professionals drawn from cybersecurity, emergency preparedness, enterprise risk, and physical security, spanning six continents.
The final 40 represent a global tapestry — from risk experts in North America and Europe to cybersecurity leaders in Africa and Latin America. Several individuals have been named to the list for the second consecutive year, denoted by a star.
LSA 2025 Top 40 Global Thought Leaders in Security and Life Safety**
Prof Obadare Peter Adewale, Digital Encode Limited (Nigeria)
Melissa Agnes, Crisis Ready Institute (US)
* Farah Benis, FFA Security Group (UK)
* Garry Bergin, Manguard Plus (Ireland)
* Dave Cohen, Risk 2 Solution (Australia)
* Mike Croll, Buckinghamshire New University (UK)
* Chris Cubbage, MySecurity Media – Space and Earth Partners (Australia) 🌟
* Terry Cutler, Cyology Labs (Canada)
* Shawnee Delaney, Vaillance Group (US)
* Nicholas Dynon, Optic Security Group (New Zealand)
* Jane Frankland MBE, KnewStart Limited (UK)
* Michael Gips, Kroll (US)
* Alex Goldenberg, Narravance (US)
* Scott Goldfine, Elite Interactive Solutions (US)
* Florian Haacke, Porsche AG (Germany)
* Yolanda Hamblen, IFPO / The Security Circle Podcast (UK)
* Kasia Hanson, KFactor Global Security Advisory (US)
* Mike Hurst CPP® CPOI, IFPO / HJA Consult (UK)
* Eduardo Jany, News Corp (US)
* Kathy Lavinder, SI Placement (US)
* Kirk MacDowell, MacGuard Security Advisors (US)
* Taylor May, SVIP (US)
* Tim McCreight, TaleCraft Security Inc. (Canada)
* Bruce McIndoe, McIndoe Risk Advisory (US)
* Don Morron, HighlandTech (US)
* Fredrik Nilsson, Axis Communications (Sweden)
* Kevin Palacios, HELPS Latam (Ecuador/US)
* Elizabeth Parks, Parks Associates (US)
* Jon Polly, ProTecht Solutions Partners (US)
* Matthew Porcelli, Harvard Protection Services (US)
* Paul Sarnese, Secured & Prepared Consulting (US)
* Tyler Schmoker, Donaldson Inc. / Maritime Support Concepts (US)
* Dr Gavriel Schneider, Risk 2 Solution / Institute of Presilience (Australia)
* Gastón Hernán Schulmeister, OAS (Argentina/Spain)
* Jeffrey A Slotnick CPP PSP, Setracon ESRM (US)
* Confidence Staveley, Cybersafe Foundation (Africa/US)
* Christopher Stitt, CrisisLead, LLC (US)
* Tino Urbina, Commend, Inc. (US)
* Tim Wenzel, Kroll / The Kindness Games (US)
* Alfredo Yuncoza, Smart Management C.A. (Venezuela)
The announcement underscores the growing interconnectedness of security and life safety, as well as the increasingly transdisciplinary nature of leadership in the field. Honourees are recognised not only for technical acumen but also for their roles as educators, advocates and changemakers — driving conversations around resilience, preparedness, digital transformation and ethical leadership.
According to LSA, the 2025 list exemplifies a new generation of professionals committed to building safer, more adaptive and inclusive communities worldwide.
