Edna Conway
 

Edna M. Conway is a globally recognized leader in cybersecurity, risk management, and supply chain resilience who has shaped the future of secure digital infrastructure across Fortune 10 technology companies. As CEO of EMC Advisors, she provides strategic counsel to CEOs, boards of directors, and governments worldwide on critical issues spanning third-party risk management, operational security, AI governance, and enterprise transformation.

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With over 30 years of executive leadership experience, Conway has held Chief Security and Risk Officer roles in companies representing $245 billion in combined revenue, including Microsoft and Cisco. At Microsoft, she served as Vice President and Chief Security & Risk Officer for Azure, where she created the award-winning Security and Resiliency Architecture for the cloud infrastructure supporting nearly 1 billion platform users annually and 90% of the Fortune 500. During her tenure, she protected $24 billion in at-risk revenue, improved compliance from under 30% to 94% within 24 months. 

Edna brings to every engagement a unique combination of legal acumen, operational excellence, technical depth, and strategic vision. Her ability to forecast future trends, navigate complex regulatory landscapes, and build enduring relationships has made her one of the most respected voices in cybersecurity and enterprise risk management globally. Whether advising government agencies on national security, guiding Fortune 100 companies through digital transformation, or helping startups scale securely, Conway's work is defined by an unwavering commitment to building security and resilience that "just works" while enabling business growth and innovation.