Eva Benn

Eva Benn is a globally recognised leader in AI, ethical hacking, and cybersecurity, bringing years of cybersecurity leadership at Microsoft and Big Four consulting. With a graduate degree in ethical hacking and more than a dozen globally recognised cybersecurity certifications, Eva has become a trusted authority on adversarial tactics, AI, and the evolving future of secure technology. Her impact has been recognised worldwide, earning her many awards, including Top 20 Cybersecurity Women of the World (2024 & 2025), Top 20 Most Inspiring Women in Cybersecurity (2025), and finalist for Cybersecurity Woman of the Year (2024).

Renowned for her impactful keynotes, Eva blends philosophical depth with accessible simplicity, making complex topics like AI, cyber defence, and the human side of technology resonate across audiences. She speaks with equal ease to technical experts, corporate leaders, and non-technical audiences, empowering people at all levels to embrace change. Her talks extend beyond cybersecurity, inspiring women to break barriers, championing diversity in tech, and motivating individuals and organisations to face the future of AI with courage and clarity.

Eva’s industry influence is profound. As founder of Women in Tech Global, she champions representation and empowerment. She has held leadership roles with OWASP Seattle, WiCyS Western Washington, ISACA Puget Sound, the EC-Council CEH Advisory Board, and the GIAC Advisory Board, and serves as Co-Chair of Microsoft Women in Security.

Beyond her professional impact, Eva is an avid mountaineer who has conquered Mount Rainier, Mount Adams, Mount Baker, and challenges in the Swiss Alps. She draws on these experiences to illustrate the parallels between climbing mountains and navigating modern threats, showing audiences that resilience, boldness, and innovation are the keys to summiting challenges both in life and in technology.

Eva Benn is more than a cybersecurity leader; she is a storyteller, motivator, and catalyst for transformative change, inspiring diverse audiences worldwide to embrace the opportunities and challenges of the future.