In this first conversation with Crime Stoppers International CEO Hayley Van Loon, we explore her journey from Australian counter-terrorism and intelligence work into global security advisory and executive leadership. She discusses the launch of Magnolia Intelligence, the development of Shadow IQ and the growing importance of helping people respond to risk in real time.
The interview also reflects on the lessons she has learned across her career, including the value of mission-driven work, staying open to different perspectives and adapting to an increasingly unpredictable security environment.
Key Takeaways
- Hayley Van Loon shares how her career began in Australian counter-terrorism.
- She explains how that experience shaped her approach to leadership and security.
- The interview looks at why real-time travel risk matters more than ever.
- Hayley outlines how Shadow IQ helps travellers respond to fast-changing threats.
- She gives insight into the work Magnolia Intelligence does with organisations and leaders.
- A big theme is the importance of staying open to different ideas and perspectives.
- Hayley reflects on the moments in her career she is most proud of.
- She also talks about being recognised at the Australian Women in Security Awards.
Chapters
00:00 – Travel risk, disruption and early warning
00:24 – Introducing Hayley Van Loon
01:10 – From counter-terrorism to private intelligence
02:18 – How Shadow IQ works
04:28 – What Magnolia Intelligence does
05:43 – Career reflections and lessons learned
07:40 – Recognition at the Women in Security Awards
09:13 – Closing and what comes next
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