Bidvest Noonan has unveiled the appointment of Michele Powell as the new Head of Operations for its Security Co-Ordination and Intelligence Centre (SCIC).
In this crucial leadership position, Powell is set to manage the specialist operations center, intelligence and threat-notification capabilities, and the incident-coordination function. Her role will also involve leading the company's dedicated Control Room and Intelligence Analysis teams alongside advancing a range of specialized security and integrated solutions.
Extensive Security Experience in Retail
Powell joins Bidvest Noonan with extensive experience in security leadership, intelligence management, and operational excellence.
Powell joins Bidvest Noonan with extensive experience in security leadership
Prior to this role, she spent over four years with a major global retail group, where she held the position of Global Safety and Security Manager. Her tenure was marked by leading complex international programs, enhancing security operations across various regions, and building high-performing teams in swift retail environments.
Commitment to Growth and Innovation
Powell expressed her enthusiasm for the role, stating: “I’m incredibly proud to step into this role at a time of rapid growth and innovation within Bidvest Noonan’s security offering. The SCIC plays a critical part in protecting our customers and enabling them to operate with confidence. I’m looking forward to working with our talented teams to enhance our intelligence, threat-monitoring and incident-coordination capabilities as we continue to build industry-leading solutions.”
Strengthening Security Operations
Ian Martin, Director of Risk and Intelligence at Bidvest Noonan, commented on the new appointment, saying: “Michele is an exceptional addition to our team. She brings deep expertise in operational security, intelligence, and global risk management, combined with a collaborative and forward-thinking approach. Her leadership will further strengthen the SCIC and enhance our ability to deliver advanced, intelligence-led security services for our customers.”
Powell’s appointment underscores Bidvest Noonan’s dedication to enhancing its specialist security operations and expanding its intelligence-driven service offering. This strategic move aims to bolster support for clients across dynamic and evolving environments.
