Sarah Armstrong SmithLead Cybersecurity Strategist and Crisis Resilience Authority

Sarah Armstrong Smith currently serves as the EMEA Chief Security Advisor at Microsoft, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the organisation's cloud adoption and digital transformation strategies. Before joining the technology giant, she held the position of Group Head of Resilience and Crisis Management for the London Stock Exchange Group. Her extensive background in navigating high-stakes corporate environments has established her as a pre-eminent voice on organisational survival and technological security. An accomplished author, Sarah has published Effective Crisis Management and Understand the Cyber Attacker Mindset. Her written work explores the human elements of digital security, examining the motivations of hacker groups and the psychological tactics used to manipulate targets. By analysing real-world case studies, she provides a clear framework for identifying vulnerabilities and implementing robust response protocols during periods of intense pressure. On the international stage, Sarah addresses the complex intersection of risk management, human behaviour, and socio-economic trends. She is frequently booked for her ability to translate technical concepts into strategic priorities, helping modern organisations build lasting resilience against an evolving digital threat landscape. On stage, Sarah Armstrong Smith is best known for talks on Artificial Intelligence, Crisis Management, Cybersecurity and Risk & Risk Management. 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 Business & Consulting, Health & Wellbeing and Technology, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Sarah Armstrong Smith is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference 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, Sarah Armstrong Smith 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 Sarah Armstrong Smith would approach your audience.