Keren ElazariDistinguished cybersecurity analyst and former ethical hacker

Keren Elazari is a prominent Israeli cybersecurity analyst and researcher who explores the complex relationship between digital conflict and global politics. Currently serving as a Senior Researcher at the Tel Aviv University Interdisciplinary Cyber Research Center, she also holds a research fellowship with the Yuval Ne’eman Workshop for Science, Technology and Security. Her career includes a decade of service as a cybersecurity officer within the intelligence arm of the Israel Defense Forces, alongside high-level consultancy roles for global organisations such as PwC, AT&T and Verint. Recognised by Forbes as one of the twenty hackers who have shaped history, Elazari is a leading advocate for the positive power of the hacking community. Her influential TED talk argues that hackers serve as the internet’s immune system by identifying vulnerabilities and forcing technological evolution. Beyond her research, she is a dedicated community builder, having founded the global Leading Cyber Ladies network and BSidesTLV, which has grown into the premier security community event in Israel. In addition to her academic work, she provides expert commentary as an industry analyst and has shared her knowledge as a teaching fellow at Singularity University in Silicon Valley. Having earned a Master of Arts in security studies and the prestigious CISSP certification, she brings deep technical and strategic authority to the stage. Audiences book Elazari for her ability to demystify complex digital threats and her forward-thinking perspective on how organisations can collaborate with the security community to build a resilient future. On stage, Keren Elazari is best known for talks on Cybersecurity, Risk & Risk Management and Digital Business & Strategy. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Technology, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Keren Elazari is regularly booked for Conference Speaker and Business Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Keren Elazari travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Keren Elazari would approach your audience.