Sharlene is a seasoned security professional with extensive experience in corporate security, investigation, critical incident response, and risk management. With a career spanning over two decades, Sharlene has demonstrated exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills in both the public and private sectors. Her international experience, particularly in the EEMEA region, has equipped her with a unique perspective on global security challenges and crisis management. Sharlene's professional journey includes significant roles where she has been instrumental in providing investigative direction, delivering security risk assessments, and offering crisis management advice. Her ability to identify security risks, mitigate vulnerabilities, and resolve conflicts has earned her numerous accolades. In addition to her corporate security achievements, Sharlene has a distinguished background in law enforcement. She has served in various capacities, including as a Field Training Officer and Special Victims Detective. Notably, she led a Hostage Negotiation Team (HNT), playing a pivotal role in its creation and leadership. As an expat, Sharlene has firsthand experience navigating the complexities of living and working abroad. Her insights into the expat experience, combined with her extensive background in security and crisis management, provide valuable perspectives for audiences.