Our Founding Members
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
​In 2023, 13 senior female security professionals from different sectors of the security industry came together with one vision—to create a group of vetted female professionals dedicated to uplifting, supporting, and championing the roles and contributions of women in the security industry. Their goal is to foster an environment of growth, free education, recognition, and collaboration.
Ana Laise Batista
​LATAM South Security Manager
Jacquie Davis
​Operations Director Optimal Risk Group Ltd
Sherri Bittihoffer
​Director, Travel Risk Management
​Diana (JD) Elkin
Managing Partner at
Method Intelligence Ltd
​Ashley Glinka
Co-Chief Executive Officer
Critical Threat
​Amber Haddock
​Situational Awareness Instructor
Denida Grow
Managing Partner
LeMareschal LLC
Lisa Hempstead
​Ops Manager at Optimal Risk Group Ltd
Kristin Lenardson
​Security Executive
​Megan Zavodny
CEO/Founder
The Dahlia Group LLC
​Donna Miles
​Founder Hard Target Living
​Dr. Mary Beth Wilkas Janke
​Doctor of Clinical and Forensic Psychology
Psychologist, Author, Speaker
​Lauren Wygant
Senior Director Intelligence & Security Operations
At WISE Network, we believe in the power of women to embrace who they are, define their future, and change the security industry for the better.
WISE Network is a group that unites women in the security industry. We are dedicated to providing a supportive community for women working in security, where they can connect, share experiences, and empower each other. Our platform offers resources, networking opportunities, and a space for women to thrive in the security field. We aim to break barriers, foster diversity, and promote leadership among women in security.