Brought to you by Bex Deadmen and Assent Risk Management, Talk’n TRM explores what Travel Risk Management is in organisations. The podcast will feature Bex talking to a variety of people with a passion for TRM, including travel & risk suppliers, travel managers, security managers and consultants. In each episode, Bex and her guest will discuss how they entered the TRM industry and why it is important to them. The show will explore all areas of TRM, to help organisations understand its importance and where they can begin their TRM journey.
Welcome to the final part of our 3-part series, April’s Story, on Talk’n TRM: The Traveller Files!
In Part 1, we shared April’s real-life travel story and left you with a difficult choice to consider. In Part 2, I was joined by Jessica Inglis as we discussed how we might feel in April’s position, and what decisions we would have made. Now, in Part 3, we bring everything together.
In this episode of Talk’n TRM, host Bex Deadman is joined by Bryan Conant, a seasoned safety and security professional with over a decade of experience across personal security, GSOC operations, intelligence analytics, building security, and travel risk management.
Now working within the travel industry, Bryan is pioneering a new business model focused on improving safety for leisure travellers. Combining his passion for travel and...
In this episode of Talk'n TRM, host Bex Deadman is joined by Stan Ayscue, a seasoned security professional with over 20 years of experience in international risk management and bespoke security consulting. Currently working with Exlog Global, a veteran-owned risk solutions provider, Stan draws on his extensive expertise to help clients mitigate risks and protect their people and assets.
Stan’s impressive career includes serving as ...
In this episode of Talk'n TRM, host Bex Deadman is joined by Joël Marier, a passionate advocate for safety, sustainability, and social impact. With extensive experience in social enterprise, strategic planning, risk management, and international standards development, Joël has dedicated his career to creating safer, more inclusive environments for vulnerable groups, including youth.
Joël shares his journey into the world of standar...
Welcome back to Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files! This episode is Part 2 of our special 3-part series, April’s Story.
In Part 1, we shared April’s gripping travel story and left you with a choice: What would YOU do in her situation? Today, I’m joined by Jessica Inglis as we dive into how we would feel in April’s shoes and discuss the decisions we might have made. After reflecting on the possibilities, I’ll reveal what April actually...
Join host Bex Deadman for another riveting episode of Talk'n TRM, as she sits down with Shaun Boulter, a seasoned security and crisis management expert with over 28 years of experience.
With a background in the British Military, Shaun brings a wealth of knowledge to his role as Global Head of Security and Operations at AXA Partners. His extensive experience spans various roles, including Head of Crisis and Security Management for...
This episode of Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files brings you something a little different.
Titled April's Story: What Would You Do?, Bex reads a true account of April, a woman on a business trip faced with a difficult decision. But here’s the twist - she's not sharing the ending.
This is a new format for The Traveller Files episodes, and Bex is inviting you to be part of the story.
As you listen, put yourself in April’s shoes. What c...
Join host Bex Deadman for an insightful episode of Talk'n TRM, as she welcomes Rob Westwood, a seasoned expert with 40 years of experience in hospitality technology.
With a career spanning four decades, Rob Westwood has been at the forefront of hospitality technology, witnessing significant developments in operations and guest expectations. His expertise lies in data management, vendor integration, and navigating the complexities...
In this gripping episode of Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files, we hear Carolyn Pearson recount an astonishing tale of resilience and survival from her gap year in Australia. What started as a travel adventure with family friends took a shocking turn when Carolyn found herself and a friend abandoned in the harsh, isolated expanse of the Australian outback. With only her handbag and a bottle of water, Carolyn was picked up by a passing...
In this episode of Talk'n TRM, Bex is joined by Robin Jones, the founder and former CEO of MySafeBase.
With an illustrious background spanning over 20 years in the UK Military and USDOD Close Protection, Robin is a seasoned expert in global security risk management. Having navigated both corporate and hostile environments, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.
In this engaging conversation, Robin shares the i...
Welcome back to Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files, where we unravel the diverse narratives of travel and glean valuable insights. In this episode, Jennifer Milton shares a humorous yet cautionary tale of her son's journey to Hawaii, a lesson in cultural differences that took an unexpected turn.
Jennifer had forewarned her son about the stark contrast in attitudes towards public urination between Europe, where it's commonly accepted, ...
Join host Bex Deadman on another insightful episode of Talk'n TRM, as she sits down with Birger Oldorff, a seasoned Business Developer with a deep-rooted passion for Travel Risk Management (TRM).
With nearly his entire career dedicated to TRM and related industries, Birger brings a wealth of experience to the table. Having worked with renowned companies like International SOS and Global Excel, he's travelled the globe, both for w...
Welcome to another episode of Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files, where we unravel the tales of business travel and reflect on the lessons learned. In James Kington’s final story of the year, he takes us on a suspenseful border-crossing journey between Russia and Kazakhstan in the heart of winter.
As James recounts his experience flying into Russia, only to embark on a midnight mini-bus journey to Kazakhstan, the tension builds at the...
Join host Bex Deadman for an insightful episode of Talk'n TRM, as she sits down with Patrick Kane, Director of Security at a US corporation with global operations.
With over 20 years of experience in private-sector corporate security, Patrick brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. He is heavily focused on developing and implementing mitigation measures to support a highly mobile global workforce and multiple travellers. Patri...
Welcome to a reflective episode of Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files, where we delve into the personal experiences that shape our understanding of travel risk management. In this episode, Mike Causey shares a poignant story that unfolded during his time living in China—a moment that made him acutely aware of how life can change in the blink of an eye.
Mike recounts a cycling incident during his daily commute to work. A simple act—a c...
Join host Bex Deadman in this insightful episode of Talk'n TRM as she sits down with Barry Fleming, a seasoned marketing professional with over 30 years of experience in the corporate travel industry.
Barry has worked with leading travel management companies worldwide, driving sales growth and enhancing brand messaging. His expertise encompasses customer relationship management, online marketing, and both internal and external comm...
Welcome to another episode of Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files, where we explore travel through real-life stories and expert insights. In this episode, Alexandra Hoffman shares two contrasting tales that shed light on the varying degrees of incidents that can impact employees on their journeys.
The first story recounts an employee who was taken hostage while on holiday—a rare and distressing event that highlights the unexpected chal...
Join host Bex Deadman in this episode of Talk'n TRM as she sits down with Laurie Young, a multifaceted professional with a background in Physics and Computing from Imperial College.
With a diverse career spanning academia and the tech industry, Laurie has honed a wide array of technical and business skills. From academia to startups and development agencies, Laurie's journey led him to his current focus on leveraging software to ...
Welcome back to Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files, where we unravel the intricate tales of business travel, shedding light on the nuances of travel risk management. In this episode, James Kington takes us on another riveting journey, this time recounting his eye-opening experience with security protocols in a diamond mine in Botswana.
James vividly describes the disconcerting moments when he found himself unaware of the security proc...
Join host Bex Deadman in this episode of Talk'n TRM, as she sits down with Russell Price, a leading figure in the Risk & Resilience field for over two decades.
With extensive experience working with organisations and contributing to the development of standards with the BSI and ISO, Russell has been instrumental in shaping industry best practices in Risk, Resilience, and Business Continuity. His work spans across various commit...
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