4 Dec 2025

International Security Expo is thrilled to announce that it has appointed a new chair. Figen Murray OBE, initiator and lead campaigner for Martyn's Law, will be taking on the role effective immediately.

As chair, Figen will help steer the future direction and growth of International Security Expo, whilst also ensuring it best serves the needs of the industry. She will also lead the Advisory Council that is comprised of an outstanding selection of the industry’s foremost experts, representing a broad range of sectors and Government. Figen will take over from Angela Essel, senior account director – national security at Thales UK, and former head of JSaRC, Home Office, who has held the position for the past two years.