Pearl Almeida is a dynamic global cybersecurity leader and international speaker with deep expertise in cybersecurity, AI security, and insider risk. She serves as a Director at Info-Tech Research Group, advising C-suite leaders on operationalizing secure AI at scale and transforming security programs.

She brings a distinct, multidisciplinary lens shaped by a strong focus on the psychology of cybersecurity, integrating people, processes, and technology to build resilient systems and enduring security cultures. Her experience spans leading cybersecurity strategy and policy at the national and provincial levels, consulting on cybersecurity risk management and offensive security, and building a comprehensive cybersecurity program from the ground up for a multi-billion-dollar organization.

As a people-centric leader, Pearl prioritizes building meaningful connections, fostering a growth-focused environment with a flat hierarchy, and empowers teams through autonomy and passion-driven opportunities that fuel continuous learning.

 Pearl holds a Master of Arts in International Relations from Carleton University. She is CISSP-certified and highly active in the Toronto cybersecurity and CISO communities. Outside of work, Pearl fosters rescue dogs and enjoys hiking national parks around the world.