The brightest minds and trailblazers in the security and safety sector were honoured at the 2026 Security and Safety Entrepreneur Awards (SSEAs). Hosted alongside The Security Event at the NEC Birmingham on 28th April 2026, the ceremony in the Security Leaders’ Summit Theatre showcased individuals, teams, and organisations driving innovation, collaboration, and meaningful impact across the UK industry.
Backed by founding partners The Banks Foundation, BSIA, and Skills for Security, the SSEAs continue to shine a spotlight on outstanding achievements that are shaping the future of security and safety.
The winners of the 2026 SSEAs are:
Young Entrepreneur of the Year (aged 30 and under) – Sponsored by The Worshipful Company of Security Professionals
Ethan Girling – Protekta Security
Entrepreneur of the Year – Sponsored by The Banks Foundation
Jonathan Wakerley – Engineer Now!
Intrapreneur of the Year
Darrell Gilmour – Skills on Demand – Skills for Security
Entrepreneurial Business of the Year – Sponsored by Skills for Security
MAN Commercial Protection
Market Disruptor of the Year
LINEV Systems UK
Family-Owned Business of the Year – Sponsored by the British Security Industry Association
Mercury Training Services
Lifetime Achievement – Sponsored by AJAX
Lisa Ventura MBE FCIIS
Event organisers extended thanks to all supporting associations, judges, sponsors, and participants whose dedication helped make the SSEAs a resounding success.
