Rick Kitchens

Rick Kitchens, CPP, is a seasoned global security and safety executive with extensive experience in security management, operational and financial oversight, and training development. They have held key positions at AlliedBarton Security Services and Paragon Security Inc., where they managed security staffing and investigations. Currently, Rick serves as the Global Head of Security & Safety at Hitachi Digital, following roles that included Interim Director of Global Security at Hitachi Vantara. A firm believer in the Hitachi Spirit, they are dedicated to fostering positive relationships and enhancing safety protocols across organizational operations.