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• Kevin Coffey

  In this episode of Talk’n TRM, host Bex Deadman is joined by Kevin Coffey, a highly respected travel risk management trainer, consultant, and former LAPD detective who has dedicated his career to empowering travellers with street smarts and practical strategies. Kevin shares his fascinating journey into the world of travel risk management, beginning with his years in law enforcement investigating crimes against travellers at LAX. Those real-world experiences shaped his mission to help both business and leisure travellers identify risks early, travel smarter, and respond confidently in any situation. Over the years, Kevin has become a trusted voice for corporations, associations, and travel industry leaders, delivering engaging and actionable training that not only informs but also inspires audiences. His work spans keynote speaking, corporate workshops, programme development, and consulting with organisations to strengthen their duty of care and traveller safety frameworks. In this conversation, Kevin discusses the passion that drives his work, helping people feel more confident, prepared, and safe while travelling, and shares stories that underscore why effective travel risk management is more important now than ever. To receive the exclusive travel tips, email: [email protected].   Contact Bex: [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/bex-deadman-aka-travel-risk-bex-70b92419/ www.assent1.com   Contact Kevin: Email: [email protected]  Website: www.KevinCoffey.com  Calabasas, CA Office: www.linkedin.com/in/kevin--coffey Clemark Studios - https://www.clemarkgroup.com/studio/  

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• Helen's Story Part 3

  In this final instalment of our 3-part series, Helen’s Story, host Bex is joined by Jennifer Milton, Chief Executive Officer & Founder of Compass Point Assist. Jennifer brings a wealth of global experience to the table, as an expat, a passionate advocate for universal healthcare, and a leader in the fields of travel assistance, health, and sustainable tourism. With her deep understanding of healthcare systems and traveller wellbeing, she offers sharp insights into Helen and Emily’s experience, and how travellers can better anticipate, manage, and mitigate risks while abroad. Together, Bex and Jennifer explore what Helen’s story teaches us, not just about medical emergencies on the road, but about the systems, preparation, and mindset that can make all the difference.   👉 Join the conversation on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/talk-n-trm-the-podcast/about/ #TalknTRM #TravelRiskManagement #UniversalHealthcare #TravelWell #CompassPointAssist #RealStoriesRealLessons Would you like a matching social media post for this one too?

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• Christine Connolley

  In this episode of Talk’n TRM, host Bex Deadman is joined by Christine Connolley, Senior Global Crisis Manager at BCD Travel and a leading voice in travel risk management. Based in Denver, Christine plays a critical role in helping organisations fulfil their duty of care. At BCD Travel, she is part of an innovative team that develops robust TRM programmes, monitors global risk exposure, and responds rapidly to incidents as they arise. She also works as a consultant with Advito, delivering programme and policy development, guided security sourcing, and Traveller Security Programme Assessments to evaluate and strengthen organisational resilience. Christine shares insights from her work supporting a mobile global workforce and helping businesses align their travel programmes with industry standards. With extensive experience in crisis response and policy design, she explains the importance of tailoring TRM strategies to match organisational maturity and evolving global threats.   Contact Bex: [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/bex-deadman-aka-travel-risk-bex-70b92419/ www.assent1.com   Contact Christine: LinkedIn BCD Travel – Travel Risk Management Clemark Studios - https://www.clemarkgroup.com/studio/

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• Helen's Story: Part 2

  Welcome back to Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files! This episode is Part 2 of our special 3-part series, Helen's Story. In Part 1, we shared Helen’s experience and that of her colleague, "Emily", who was travelling with her when Helen had a medical emergency. Today, I’m joined by Jessica Inglis as we dive into the importance of not only having travel insurance but also knowing the key details.  Bex also reveals the end of Helen's story. Stick around for Part 3, where we’ll unpack the lessons learned from Helen's experience with expert Jennifer Milton.   Don’t miss this engaging discussion that combines real-life stories, decision-making dilemmas, and practical insights for travellers everywhere.   Share your perspective with Bex on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/talk-n-trm-the-podcast/about/

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• Ceri McQueen

  In this episode of Talk’n TRM, host Bex Deadman is joined by Ceri McQueen, Global Travel Security Lead at Dyson. Ceri shares her inspiring journey into the world of corporate and travel security, having entered the field from a non-security background. With over six years of experience, she discusses how she developed her career and passion for creating inclusive, effective travel risk management strategies. In this episode, Ceri highlights the importance of having a robust travel risk management programme and how aligning with ISO 31030 helps organisations better understand and mitigate travel-related risks. She also emphasises the value of being considerate of different traveller profiles, ensuring programmes support the diverse needs of employees across the business. A strong advocate for diversity in the security industry, Ceri also touches on the importance of fostering a positive workplace culture and encouraging greater female representation in the field.   All views/comments by Ceri are independent and do not represent the views of the organisation, and these comments are not on behalf of Dyson.   Contact Bex: [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/bex-deadman-aka-travel-risk-bex-70b92419/ www.assent1.com Clemark Studios - https://www.clemarkgroup.com/studio/

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