Rebecca Spayne

Fire Buyer Managing Editor

With 10 years experience in publishing and editorial across B2B, B2C media and fiction publishing, working for the likes of Thomson Reuters and Headline Publishing Group, Rebecca is well versed in high quality content. As the Managing Editor at Hand Media International, Rebecca has been pioneering the content strategy across our B2B and B2C industry niches, including security, fire, confectionery, bakery, housebuilding, international trade and country music. Rebecca’s primary focus is on ensuring the delivery of high-calibre content, meeting the needs of dedicated and varied audiences.

Rebecca’s commitment extends beyond content excellence. She is deeply passionate about fostering equality, diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly in the Security and Fire sectors. This dedication is further exemplified by her role as a Digital Champion for Kent County Council, where she champions digital inclusion and empowerment and helps contribute to the eradication of digital poverty across the county.

Bringing a nuanced understanding of quality, relevance, and the power of content in connecting and informing diverse audiences, Rebecca’s goal is to recognise and celebrate industry innovation and thought leaders who are actively instigating change.

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I’m honoured to be part of the Fire Buyer Awards judging panel. It’s inspiring to see such innovation and dedication shaping the future of our industry
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The Judges

The Fire Buyer Awards stand as a benchmark for excellence, integrity, and innovation in the global fire and life safety sector. At the heart of this recognition is our independent judging panel, selected not only for their achievements, but for their dedication to advancing best practice across the entire fire ecosystem, both passive and active.

Our judges represent a diverse cross-section of the industry — from running fire departments as Battalion Chiefs or specialising in equipment consulting, to fire and risk engineering, manufacturing, and standardisation. The panel includes respected thought leaders and practitioners from major fire associations such as the Fire Industry Association (FIA), Women Talking Fire (WTF) and National Fire Chief Council (NFCC). Their collective expertise spans standards advisory and development roles, DEI leadership, technology innovation, risk management, standards development, and strategic tactics.

Together, they will be responsible for reviewing entries against set criteria, compiling shortlists, and ultimately recognising the individuals, teams, and companies that are setting new standards for excellence and innovation in the fire sector. With their guidance, the Fire Buyer Awards remain a trusted and authoritative voice in recognising industry achievement.

Judges' awards

The Fire Buyer Readers’ Awards honour innovation, excellence, and leadership across the global fire sector. Voting is exclusively open to registered Fire Buyer members, it’s completely free to join and gives you access to exclusive video content, digital issues, our awards hub, and much more.

Voting couldn’t be easier: it’s a single-click process once you’re signed in. To vote, simply register here to become a member.

The awards are invite-only, recognising the top manufacturers and suppliers of the most advanced, innovative fire developments launched within the past 18 months. From cutting-edge technology to fire breakthroughs, these nominees represent the best in the industry.

Fire Buyer is proud to spotlight outstanding contributions that are instigating change in industry and technology. Make your voice count and celebrate excellence in fire.

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