Shahzad Ali
Founder and CEO at Get Licensed | Security Industry Writer
Shahzad Ali is a visionary entrepreneur recognised for his significant contributions to the UK’s security training and staffing industry. In 2007, he co-founded Get Licensed, aiming to simplify the process of obtaining professional security licenses and connecting trained personnel with businesses, thereby enhancing public safety. โIn 2023, Shahzad further innovated the industry by launching GuardPass, a digital platform designed to streamline security personnel management.
Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, Shahzad is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of business leaders. Through his blogs, he shares expert insights on security industry trends, workforce challenges, and the future of private security, helping professionals and businesses stay informed.
Key Credentials
Founder & CEO of Get Licensed (2007 โ Present), the UKโs top security training and staffing platform
Launched GuardPass (2023), the UKโs leading security workforce app
Degree in Business Administration & Management, London Business School (2003 โ 2007)
Certifications in Scaling Marketing Strategy and Viral Growth from Section4 (2021 โ 2022)
Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) Member (2013 โ Present)
Education & Mentoring Chair at The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) (2014 โ 2019)
Industry leader in private security workforce solutions, helping businesses find trained security staff
Advocate for upskilling and digital transformation in the security industry
Featured in Business Matters, The Org, and other industry publications
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