Wendy Reiter
Wendy is the director of aviation security, fire and emergency preparedness for the Port of Seattle. The aviation security team's vision is to enhance the physical safety and security of the airport through a thoughtful approach to risk management, while ensuring that all TSA mandates are adhered to. Prior to her 25-year career with the Port of Seattle, Wendy held leadership roles at Northwest and Southwest Airlines.
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1 - Aviation security, technology, process and people - 14:00 - 15:00
UPDATED: Panel discussion: Risky business – interdisciplinary strategies for managing risk in aviation security
Risk is a constant concern for aviation security professionals, but it can be systematically approached and effectively managed across a spectrum of threat environments. This panel of aviation professionals will delve into the multifaceted nature of risk and its associated challenges, such as climate, cyber threats, third-party actions and products. The panel will discuss the importance of managing risks through information intelligence, process improvements, employee measures and technological advances.
The audience will learn:
- Strategies for addressing risk in high-threat environments
- Application of strategic risk management principles within the aviation sector through case study analysis
- Development of programs to mitigate critical cyber risks
- Employment of intelligence to comprehend and address risk factors
- Utilization of emerging technologies to bolster risk management strategies
