Leaders Podcast with Mike LaCorte & Alex Bomberg – Episode 37

Leaders Podcast with Mike LaCorte & Alex Bomberg – Episode 37In this episode, Mike LaCorte, CEO of Conflict International, sits down with Alex Bomberg, Chairman of Intelligent UK Holdings, to explore his journey through the private security and intelligence industry.Alex shares how his career began after serving six years in the British Army, with deployments including the Falkland Islands, Kuwait, Bosnia, and Cyprus, before moving into close protection and corporate intelligence. He goes on to discuss building a global intelligence group operating across multiple jurisdictions, handling everything from surveillance and risk management to high threat security operations.The conversation dives into the realities of working in complex regions such as Iraq, Uzbekistan, and Mexico, as well as collaborating with governments and managing large scale security projects, including the Commonwealth Games.Alex also offers advice for those looking to enter the industry, highlighting the importance of language skills, networking, and developing a strong understanding of risk beyond just physical security. He also touches on the growing role of artificial intelligence in the sector and its limitations.Outside of intelligence, Alex discusses launching his tea business, offering insight into his entrepreneurial mindset beyond the security world.A detailed and practical look into the world of intelligence, global risk, and leadership.Watch and listen hereYouTube: https://lnkd.in/dVvCVRG3Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e69QdVN2Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/emqXjsKiAmazon Music: https://lnkd.in/e2bDyJaU#LeadersPodcast #SecurityIndustry #Intelligence #RiskManagement #PrivateSecurity