Skills for Security names new Non-Executive Director

Skills for Security has announced the appointment of Arevika Stepanian to the Board as a Director of Corporate Relations (Non-Executive) with immediate effect.

In her role as a Director of Corporate Relations at Skills for Security, Stepanian will be working with channel partners and media affiliates to increase the support of, and sponsorship for, a robust skills pipeline for the UK electrotechnical sector, with a focus on fire and security.

It’s vital that all companies are encouraged to support the goal of Skills for Security to provide a sustainable supply of skilled engineers across the sectors so that businesses can prosper and compete, not only in the UK market but strive for world-class competency and quality.

Simon Banks, Chairman of Skills for Security, said: “We are pleased to be welcoming Arevika to the Skills for Security Board. Arevika’s appointment will provide us with a brand-new skillset and create opportunities for stakeholder participation with both media partners and corporate sponsorship.”

Stepanian is currently a Board Director for Equality, Diversity & Inclusion at ASIS International – UK Chapter, which consists of a global network of 34,000 active members. In her day job, she is a Director of Customer Experience for STM Group (UK) Ltd.

Commenting on her appointment, Stepanian said: “Skills for Security is a forward-thinking company and I am hugely excited by the opportunity to work with the Board to drive the next stage of its growth agenda and build on the successes to date.

“I am deeply passionate about the security industry, the importance of improving the skillsets and supporting the younger generations and I look forward to contributing my experience and knowledge to benefit Skills for Security and its partners.”