Michael Lever
Director, Metagrated Consulting
Michael Lever (BA, CSMP) was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, and completed his education at the Witwatersrand Business School. He has been involved in the security sector since 2000. In 2009, he founded Metagrated, a risk advisory and security consultancy firm that caters to a diverse clientele, from residential estates to multinational corporations, security companies, and foreign diplomatic services. Michael’s interests lie in emerging tech, big data, integration, application, and operations within the ever-evolving realm of security and its myriad challenges.

Roy Alves
Sales Director, J2 Security
As a seasoned cybersecurity professional, Roy Alves leads the go-to-market strategy at J2 Software, a specialised cybersecurity service provider known for its innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. With extensive experience in the cybersecurity landscape, Roy Alves excels in translating complex security challenges into strategic business opportunities.
In his current role, Roy Alves is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive go-to-market strategies that drive growth and enhance market positioning. Roy’s deep understanding of cybersecurity trends and threats allows him to effectively address client needs and deliver tailored solutions that ensure robust protection against evolving cyber risks.
Roy Alves combines a technical background with a strategic mindset, having previously held key positions in both technical and leadership roles within the cybersecurity industry. This unique blend of skills enables him to bridge the gap between technical expertise and market demands, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and driving successful business outcomes.
Passionate about advancing cybersecurity practices and promoting industry best standards, Roy Alves is dedicated to empowering organisations to safeguard their digital assets and navigate the complex cyber threat landscape with confidence.

John Lakin
Sales Director - sub-Saharan Africa, STid
John is a seasoned security professional with over two decades of experience in the African market. Having relocated from the UK to Cape Town in 2007, he has developed a deep understanding of the region's unique security challenges and opportunities.
As a solution-oriented expert, John specialises in delivering tailored security solutions that meet his clients' specific needs. His pragmatic approach and open-architecture mindset ensure that each implementation is optimised for maximum effectiveness.
Representing STid Security in Africa, John leverages his extensive knowledge to drive the company's success across various industry sectors. His ability to collaborate effectively with clients and stakeholders has contributed to STid Security's reputation as a trusted provider of innovative security solutions.

Luke Rasmussen
CEO, My Estate Life
Luke is the co-founder and now CEO of My Estate Life, the residential management app for housing estates and buildings. Implementing a unique counterculture focusing on simplicity and automation, My Estate Life aggressively expanded nationally and internationally to over 450 estates in 7 years.

Bruce Robertson
Exeutive Director, Centre for Security Management Studies
Bruce Robertson is the owner and Managing Director of a governance and management consulting business and the Executive Director of a bespoke research NGO, serving a diverse portfolio of clients (which include gated residential, office parks and industrial estates) in the EMEA region. He is an Honorary Professor with UNISA's Department of Criminology and Security Science, leading a project to revitalise their security risk management curriculum.
Bruce was previously employed in the corporate security field with a regional (southern Africa) argic-industrial and property development company, following service within a police crime intelligence milieu. He holds an Honours Degree in Social Science (Political Science - Strategic Studies specialisation) from the University of Natal. He maintains an active continuing professional development programme, with recent courses undertaken through the University of Cape Town's Faculty of Law (Data Protection and Privacy), Harvard University (Cybersecurity: Managing Risk in the Information Age), and the Institute of Directors, South Africa.
Bruce has a passion for standards development as an aspect of his approach to professionalism and has served for almost two decades in various International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) technical committees and work groups, of which his involvement in the subject areas of "Risk Management", "Continuity and Organisational Resilience", and "Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems", are relevant to his Conference presentation.
Bruce is a past Chairman of the South African Institute of Security (SAIS) and a National Council member of the Security Association of South Africa (SASA). He is currently a member of the Institute of Directors in South Africa (IoDSA), the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH) and SASA.

Kirby Rae Russell
Regional Sales Manager, Enkulu Technologies (Gauteng)
Kirby Rae Russell is the Regional Sales Manager for Gauteng at Enkulu Technologies, where she has made significant strides in the industry over the past two years. With a deep understanding of the products and a passion for driving growth, Kirby has successfully expanded her division by over 150% in just one year.
Her expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction have positioned her as a key player in the market. Kirby is committed to fostering strong client relationships and continuously seeks innovative ways to enhance sales strategies. Kirby looks forward to further contributing to the success of Enkulu Technologies and the communities it serves.

Quintin van den Berg
Country Business Director Southern Africa, Bosch Building Technologies
Quintin van den Berg joined Bosch Building Technologies in 2016 and is currently Building Technologies, Country Business Director Southern Africa, responsible for sub-Saharan Africa. His responsibilities include sales and business strategy, competitive positioning, defining and implementing sales and marketing strategies related to the Bosch video systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control and management software portfolios. Quintin gained a wealth of experience in the security industry having worked with a number of well-known international brands over the past 20 years in roles varying from key account management, specialised sales channel management and product management.

Johan van Wyk
Sales and Marketing Director, FANG Fences & Guards
Spanning a 29-year career in the electronic security industry, Johan has a passion for identifying and mitigating identified risks by crafting solutions using the best electronic security technology available on the market today. With technological advancements over the last three decades, Johan has become an expert in AI (artificial intelligence) related to the security industry and various other verticals and markets.