Rachel Briggs OBE

Rachel Briggs OBE is one of the leading experts on hostage taking. She was founding executive director of Hostage US and first director of Hostage UK. She was awarded an OBE for her services to hostages and their families.

She is a renowned writer, analyst and commentator on counter-terrorism and national security, has advised governments and multinational corporations, and her work has been covered globally in the media.

She consults with public, private and third sector organizations on strategy, operations, development/fundraising and organizational transition.