AUCSO is the leading organisation for security professionals working in higher and further education around the world.
Barker previously featured within the Public Sector Top 20 Most Influential from 2011 to 2016 and she was previously chair of TUCO for six years.
Not only does Barker have a wide breadth of experience at board and chair level of membership organsations but her expertise is underpinned by an extensive knowledge across a range of sectors within the facilities management and hospitality sectors.
She was instrumental in re-launching TUCO (The University Caterers Organisation), conceptualising and mobilising a raft of new services to support member value, learning and training in this respected member association.
Commenting on her appointment, she said: “I am delighted to be joining AUCSO at a pivotal time in its evolution and development when security and safeguarding has never been so important in ensuring the safety and well-being of campus communities, supporting students during their time with universities whether on site or through resi-life.
“AUCSO has a great reputation with members across the globe, and I’m looking forward to working with the team to support the highest standards of security and safeguarding in day-to-day operations, raising the profile of the outstanding work undertaken by our members and encouraging youth and new talent into the sector.”