Prashant Nayak
Vice President, Global Security for Asia Pacific and MENA
Prashant Nayak is a seasoned security professional with over 30 years of experience in the corporate security domain, specializing in physical security, asset and content protection, investigations, intelligence and threat assessment, crisis management, business continuity, security technology, and information risk management.
He served as the Vice President of Global Security for Asia Pacific and MENA at the Walt Disney Company for 16 years, where he led security operations across more than 50 countries and regions, supporting a diverse range of brands, including Disney+, Hotstar, ABC News, National Geographic, ESPN, Marvel, Pixar, 20th Century Studios, Disney Star, Lucasfilm, Disney Consumer Products, and Disney Cruise Line. This involved managing operations across studios, regional productions, large-scale events, theatrical and musical live entertainment, and journalism in high-risk locations, including conflict zones. His work also extended to retail and licensing businesses, gaming, publishing, and cruise lines.
Prashant’s extensive career also includes senior security positions at HSBC, Brinks Inc., and the Taj Group of Hotels, where he developed a deep understanding of security challenges across various industries, including hospitality, banking, security logistics and media. His collaborative approach has enabled him to partner effectively with stakeholders across academic institutions, private enterprises, government agencies, and law enforcement, creating robust security programs that address current challenges and anticipate future risks.
From 2007 to 2013, Prashant served as the Co-Chair for the Overseas Security and Advisory Council (OSAC) in Mumbai and has continued this role in Singapore for the past decade. He also held the position of President of the Asia Pacific Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (APATAP) in 2018 and is currently on the Steering Committee of the Asia Crisis and Security Group (ACSG), following a previous nine-year tenure.
He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Mumbai University and completed a Master’s in Strategic Studies at RSIS NTU Singapore, where was conferred a Certificate in Terrorism Studies. His contributions to the field have been recognized with the prestigious ‘Nanyang Alumni Service Award’. Prashant is also a Certified Fraud Examiner and a Business Continuity Certified Specialist, with certifications in Computer Forensics, Cyber Crime Investigations, Six Sigma Green Belt, Ethical Hacking, and Counter Terrorism.
Prashant’s commitment to public safety is exemplified by his receipt of the Singapore Civil Defence Force’s Community First Responder Award following his life-saving actions and special appreciation awards from Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs in 2016 and 2022 for his valued partnership with the Home Team Academy. Throughout his career, he has continuously focused on strategic security management and the integration of innovative methods to foster a culture of resilience and security-by-design across organizations.
