In today's episode, Caroline talks about how anger and the burning desire to make a difference to the safety of young women and vulnerable individuals drove Lisa Baskott to create a business that is set to turn the private security industry on its head. Lisa discloses the shocking statistics around diversity and representation in the sector and we discuss the changes that need to occur to ensure the safety of all of us.
Join her to look at life through a different lens.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Currently, only 8% of door staff are women. Yet, they are very good at spotting problems and handling things in a non-confrontational way.
- Most people will not kick off if someone calmly explains why they cannot come in.
- People do not need to fear door staff for them to be able to keep control.
- In the UK, private security individuals outnumber police officers by 1 to 18.
- Most door supervisors (bouncers) are left to their own devices, at least until something goes wrong. Many are still ruling with fear
- Recent incidents have revealed that there are some serving police officers that have been repeatedly reported for assaults, domestic abuse, and other serious offences.
BEST MOMENTS
‘An industry that has 400,000 licensed supervisors has only 8% women, yet they make up 51% of the population. ´
‘Security is facilitating customers and ensuring that they have a good night and are safe.’
‘It's about treating people like people.’
ABOUT THE GUEST
Bio
Lisa established 2nd Line of Defence, a female-focused front line security recruitment agency, in order to bring the recruitment and training of 'door staff' or 'bouncers' (as they used to be called) into the 21st century.
She aims to address distinct issues:
- Prioritise the safety of women and vulnerable people/groups within the night time cultural economy
- Address the chronic talent shortage of fully trained and vetted Security Industry Authority (SIA) licensed front line door security staff in the UK
- Focus on people instead of premises
She became a qualified Security Industry Authority (SIA) licensed door supervisor in September 2021. Since then she has worked as part of security teams covering special events at the Hilton Brighton Metropole and The Grand Brighton hotel, including the Labour Party Conference (September 2021).
Prior to starting 2nd Line of Defence, Lisa had a 20-year career in B2B media, specialising in publishing, tv, online and mobile advertising. She left advertising in 2014 to pursue her passion for property development. Lisa set up and continues to run her own property business buying, renovating and selling period properties in the UK.
As part of a commitment to serving her community, Lisa has been a serving Magistrate for 10 years; she sits as a Presiding Justice in both the Adult and Youth Courts in Sussex. In October 2021, Lisa was appointed by Lady Justice Simler, Chair of the Judicial Diversity Committee, to be one of 7 newly appointed regional Inclusion and Diversity Magistrates (IDM). She represents the SE of England. IDM’s contribute to a range of diversity work within the judiciary to provide a source of good equality and diversity practice for their colleagues.
Most recently, Lisa has been named as one of 100 most influential businesswomen in the UK. The f:Entrepreneur #ialso100 campaign highlights, champions and celebrates 100 inspirational female entrepreneurs across the UK who are wearing many hats and doing many inter-connecting roles, with a specific focus on community and sustainability.
Lisa relocated from South East London to Hove in February 2021 with her 2 children;
EPISODE RESOURCES
www.2ndlineofdefence.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-baskott-116398241/
https://www.instagram.com/2ndlineofdefence/
https://www.facebook.com/2ndlineofdefence/
ABOUT THE HOST
Bio
Caroline Partridge is a unique and creative individual. She is an actress, puppeteer, educator, and artist with funny bones. She loves a story and is an expert at conveying wit and wisdom with warmth, understanding, and empathy.
CONTACT METHOD
FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/caropartridge
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-partridge-03131520
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/partridge_caroline
PODCAST DESCRIPTION
This is a podcast series about discovery, understanding, revelation, and stories.
How we perceive the world is rooted in everything that has influenced us throughout our lives, emotionally and psychologically. We become the sum of our parts and each of us has our own unique view of the world. 'Vision' truly is an act of interpretation.
In this podcast series through fascinating conversations, I set about trying to understand how we form our perceptions, view different perspectives, and examine how perception has influenced, inspired, or hindered the lives of each of my unique guests.
