The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be one of the most complex and logistically challenging global events in recent history. With matches spread across Canada, Mexico, and the United States - and millions of visitors expected - organisations must prepare for a fast‑moving and unpredictable security environment. For those sending executives or VIPs to the tournament, traditional protection approaches won’t be enough. Crowded cities, stretched infrastructure, and evolving local threats all require proactive, intelligence‑driven planning.
Healix is hosting a specialised webinar at 4PM GMT/12PM EDT on 26 March, featuring industry experts from Adidas and The Canadian Centre for OSINT, to explore how organisations can effectively safeguard their people during the world’s biggest sporting event.
Gain actionable insights into:
Top security and operational risks across Canada, Mexico, and the United States
Effective executive and VIP protection strategies in high-profile, high-density settings
How to anticipate and adapt to emerging threats using an intelligence-led approach
Practical steps to prepare your organisation for disruptions and unexpected scenarios
This webinar is ideal for security leaders, risk managers, travel managers, and business continuity professionals responsible for safeguarding personnel during international events.
Meet your speakers
Siôn Archer - Senior Manager, Crisis Management & Event Risk, Adidas
Sion is the Global Lead for Event Risk, Travel Risk, and Crisis Management at Adidas, leading global risk functions to support safe, resilient operations across events and travel worldwide.
Julie Jones, CEO, The Canadian Centre for Open-Source Intelligence, Inc.
From the front lines of policing to the TV screen on the award-winning UK series Hunted, Julie Jones has spent her career mastering the world of complex investigations. With 30 years' experience, first as a British police detective and subsequently as a cybercrime expert, Julie is a bestselling author, international speaker, and the founder and CEO of The Canadian Centre for Open-Source Intelligence.
Luke Westgarth-Taylor, Director - Risk and Resilience, Healix
Luke joined Healix in 2020 and oversees the delivery of our risk and resilience consultancy services, as well as leading protective details in the field and coordinating large-scale evacuation and crisis response operations.
Spencer Haslam, Regional Security Coordinator – Americas, Healix
Spencer joined Healix in 2024 and is a Regional Security Coordinator in the GSOC’s Americas office. With an academic background in North American politics, he specialises in security, intelligence and risk management in the United States and Canada, alongside day-to-day GSOC operations. Spencer leads the GSOC’s content team for the 2026 World Cup.
Andrew Devereux, Global Risk Intelligence Manager, Healix
Andrew has ten years of experience in the intelligence and security sector, having held a range of roles across the intelligence field. He currently oversees the risk intelligence team, managing all elements of delivery, collection, and analysis, as well as leading intelligence-driven consultancy projects. Andrew holds a BA (Hons) in Politics and an MA in Global Security Studies.