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Join host Bex Deadman in this episode of Talk'n TRM, as she sits down with special guest John Scott to explore the role of technology in travel risk management.

John Scott, the founder and CEO of Mia Bazo and Voyage Manager, has an extensive background in engineering and computing, honing his skills with prominent institutions such as Accenture, Deutsche Bank, and UBS.

In this discussion, John shares his personal experiences during the devastating Asian Tsunami in Sri Lanka in December 2004. Inspired by this event, he developed ShoutSafe, a free service that helped people notify friends and loved ones of their safety after significant events. This pivotal moment paved the way for the creation of Voyage Manager, a pioneering travel tracker that has been at the forefront of travel risk management.

This epsiode showcases the remarkable journey of John Scott and the powerful impact of technology in ensuring safer and more secure travels.

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Welcome to another episode of Talk'n TRM, in this episode, host Bex talks with Matt Holman, the founding owner of Simpila Mental Health, a global mental health ambassador and TEDx Speaker.

As a business wellbeing consultant and Samaritan, Matthew's personal journey spans over 25 years of learning about mental health. From his demanding work schedule and extensive travel to the sudden loss of employment, Matt has experienced it all. But through his own challenges, he emerged with a profound purpose—to improve conversations around mental health and inspire others to share their journeys.

In this deeply moving conversation, Matt opens up about his own experiences, his role as a husband and father supporting his daughters through their mental health challenges, and the importance of openly discussing mental health.

Join us for a transformative episode that will encourage you to embrace your own mental health journey and inspire you to foster a compassionate and supportive environment for others.

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Welcome to another episode of Talk'n TRM, your ultimate resource for all things Travel Risk Management! Join host Bex Deadman and her special guest, Patrick Rogers, Head of Risk Advisory at Alert24 and an expert in crisis management.

In this episode, Patrick takes us on a remarkable journey, sharing his experiences and insights from his career in the travel risk management industry. From obtaining his MA in intelligence and international security to his pivotal role as a security advocate for human rights in Tanzania, Patrick's path has led him to navigate high-risk environments, handle kidnappings, and facilitate evacuations to assist those in dire need.

Drawing from his wealth of experience, Patrick and Bex delve into the significance of ISO 31030 and discuss how this standard adds value to organisations by optimising their processes, ensuring efficiency, and ultimately saving money.

Through their engaging discussion, Bex and Patrick shed light on the importance of risk management in the travel industry and how implementing ISO 31030 can be a game-changer. Gain valuable insights on how businesses can enhance their risk mitigation strategies, safeguard their employees, and ensure smooth operations even in challenging circumstances.

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Welcome to Talk'n TRM, your go-to podcast for all things Travel Risk Management! In this episode, join our host Bex Deadman as she sits down with the accomplished Carol Fergus, an Experienced Global Travel Manager and Director of Global Travel, Events, and Ground Transportation.

In this thought-provoking conversation, Carol shares her extensive experiences in the world of travel and highlights the importance of considering people's risks in travel management. Carol explains it's crucial to understand and address the unique needs and concerns of individuals to ensure their safety and well-being throughout their journey.

Through her vast expertise, Carol provides valuable insights into how organisations and travel managers can navigate the complexities of travel risk management, particularly prioritising the people aspect.

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This episode of Talk'n TRM is with David Atkin, founder of Atkin Jones Limited. David has over 25 years of experience in the travel industry, within various senior roles. He now focuses on travel safety, risk & crisis management and sustainability within the travel, leisure and lifestyle industries.

In this episode, Bex and David talk about travel safety in the leisure industry and how it has evolved over the years, including the awareness of consumers to expect tour operators to keep them safe. They also discuss sustainable tourism and responsible operations and how it's not all about carbon offsetting.

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Join host Bex Deadman in this episode of Talk'n TRM as she sits down with Head of Operations at Biolytica Jennifer Milton. Jennifer is a passionate biologist advocating for sustainable travel alternatives and universal health care.

In this conversation, Jennifer shares her wealth of knowledge and personal experiences, shedding light on the vital topic of health care while travelling. She shares her own personal experience of helping others deal with a crisis whilst travelling and the importance of good healthcare and insurance.

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In this week's episode of Talk'n TMR, Bex talks with Axel Wochinger, CEO of Result Group. Axel was an officer in the Austrian Armed Forces before he transferred into the private security industry. He has experience supporting clients in high-risk areas. 

Axel shares his experience of leaving the military and entering the private security industry and travelling to high-risk destinations as a civilian. 

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In this episode, Bex talks with Mike Causey, who has 25 years+ of international business, risk safety and security, and small town life.

He is passionate about equipping leaders to look after their people wherever they may be. Travelled and lived around the world, yet always finding his home with his wife and 4 children, and in the mountains of the UK.

During their discussion, Mike shares shocking stories of his first-hand experience of the 'worst-case scenario' happening during a business trip, exemplifying how everything can change in a moment.

This episode of Talk'n TRM is with Daniel Price, founder of Jyrney, a ground transport aggregator that empowers travel management companies to launch and scale mobility solutions for their clients.

In this episode, Bex and Daniel talk about the importance of ground transport in a traveller's journey and how it is overlooked by businesses. 

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In this week's episode, Bex talks with Sara McKenna from The Continuity Forum. Sara specialises in Business Continuity, Crisis Management, Security, Emergency Planning, Disaster Management, PR and Media and she shares her story of how an incident on a work trip inspired her passion for risk management. 

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