Southwest Microwave Limited, the UK headquarters representing Southwest Microwave Inc.’s advanced US-manufactured perimeter security solutions throughout Europe, is helping transform the traditionally male-dominated security industry landscape with the strategic deployment of two accomplished female salespeople.
As the European hub for Southwest Microwave, Inc.’s American-made physical security products, which have led the global security market since introducing the world’s first commercial bistatic microwave sensor in 1971, the UK operation plays a vital role in bringing cutting-edge US perimeter security technology to customers across the UK and European markets.
The company recently announced the appointment of Sales Engineer Nicoleta Gradinaru as UK Sales Manager, enabling Galina Mocanu’s advancement to serve the broader European marketplace. These appointments represent Southwest Microwave’s commitment to fostering diverse leadership within the perimeter security sector while expanding the reach of its American-manufactured security solutions across Europe.
Both appointments align with the mission of the Women in Security Forum, which supports the participation and advancement of women in the security industry through professional development and networking opportunities. The Forum’s vision to promote, recruit and cultivate women’s leadership for a bolder industry presence has helped create an environment where accomplished professionals like Gradinaru and Mocanu can thrive.
“I’m excited to build upon Southwest Microwave’s strong foundation in the UK market,” said Gradinaru. “The perimeter security landscape is evolving rapidly, and I look forward to working closely with our partners to deliver innovative American-engineered solutions that address today’s complex security challenges. The support network provided by the Women in Security Forum has been invaluable in building confidence and connections within the industry.”
Mocanu’s expanded role overseeing European operations marks another milestone in her successful career with Southwest Microwave. “This new position allows me to leverage my experience across a wider territory while mentoring emerging talent within our organization,” noted Mocanu. “It’s rewarding to be part of a company that recognizes and promotes talent regardless of gender, while bringing industry-leading US security technology to European customers. The Women in Security Forum’s commitment to cultivating leadership opportunities has helped create pathways for women to advance in this traditionally male-dominated field.”
The appointments come at a time when Southwest Microwave continues to expand its integrated perimeter security solutions across diverse sectors including government, utilities, transportation and industrial facilities. With over 80,000 American-manufactured systems deployed across more than 120 countries, the company’s commitment to cultivating diverse leadership perspectives while delivering world-class US security technology positions it well for continued growth.
These promotions reflect a broader industry shift toward greater gender diversity in security roles, though women remain underrepresented in the sector overall. Southwest Microwave demonstrates how security companies can take meaningful action to transform industry demographics while maintaining their focus on technical excellence and innovation through the distribution of proven American security solutions.
Operating from its European headquarters in Worcestershire, UK, Southwest Microwave Limited continues to strengthen its position as a trusted provider of US-manufactured perimeter detection solutions through these strategic leadership appointments, setting an example for diversity and inclusion within the security industry while bringing advanced American security technology to customers throughout Europe.
