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Aotea Security’s inaugural Auckland Security Risk Management Seminar After several Covid-19 interrupted attempts throughout mid to late 2020, on the 25th of March 2021 one year after our first level 4 lockdown, Aotea Security held its inaugural Security Risk Management Seminar at Auckland University of Technology (AUT). The shared initiative of this event is an example of Aotea’s collaborative ecosystem of working together and coming together to offer value to the broader industry and its consumers. This philosophy can be no more important, timely or relevant than in a year preceded by disruption, anxiety and uncertainty within New Zealand and around the world.
Alistair is the CEO of Aotea Security. Alistair has enjoyed a long and successful career within the security industry and has contributed in volunteer leadership roles across industry organisations and professional standards development within New Zealand and internationally. Alistair holds an MSc in Security and Risk Management from the University of Leicester and offers a level of experience and understanding that adds value to our clients’ needs.
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Collaboration, partnering, shared strategy and long-term sustainable relationships underpin Aotea Security’s approach to engaging with every element of its role within the security industry, wider business and with the community in general. Interest in and attendance at the seminar was high with various sectors represented across local government, retail, education, healthcare, and finance. Aotea’s clear focus on delivering value and relevance without distraction was evident. The messaging was clear, it wasn’t industry led, exploited or a hijacked opportunity to promote
specific products or services: it provided clear, educational content and networking opportunities with likeminded people to broaden the knowledge base in security risk management. Alistair Hogg, CEO of Aotea Security explained the rationale behind the event. “Aotea Security wanted to provide the opportunity for our customers, consultants and the wider audience to further their knowledge base in regard to security risk management,” Hogg said. “Significant thanks need to be expressed to our esteemed speakers for contributing their time, enthusiasm,
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