Karen Hagland
About Karen Hagland
Karen Hagland serves as the Head of Security at Entain, where she has worked since 2020, and has extensive experience in security management within the gaming and food industries.
Work at Entain
Karen Hagland has served as the Head of Security at Entain since 2020. In this role, she manages security and safety initiatives for over 2,900 shops globally. She leads a team of 23 security investigators and 21 colleagues within the Safety Management Centre. Her responsibilities include overseeing risk assessment programs designed to mitigate security risks and ensuring the safety of operations across the organization.
Experience at GVC Group
Prior to her current role at Entain, Karen Hagland worked at GVC Group as the Head of the Safety Management Centre from 2018 to 2020. In this position, she was responsible for implementing safety protocols and managing safety-related issues within the organization. Her tenure at GVC Group lasted a total of six years, during which she contributed to enhancing safety management practices.
Career at Ladbrokes Coral
Karen Hagland spent 16 years at Ladbrokes Coral, where she held various positions. From 2005 to 2021, she served as the Regional Security Manager, focusing on security operations. Additionally, she worked as the Regional Security Manager for the Safety Management Centre from 2018 to 2021. Her experience at Ladbrokes Coral laid the foundation for her expertise in security management within the gaming industry.
Background in Security Management
With over 30 years of experience in the gaming and food industries, Karen Hagland specializes in investigation, risk, and audit delivery. Her expertise includes handling fraud and procedural issues, as well as managing case proceedings through to court. Her extensive background has equipped her with the skills necessary to deliver effective security solutions and risk assessments.
Education and Training
Karen Hagland studied at Kent School in West Germany, which was associated with British Forces, from 1975 to 1978. This educational background provided her with foundational skills that have supported her extensive career in security management and safety oversight.