Alexandra Forsyth

Alexandra Forsyth is an authoritative Threat Intelligence Lead and Cyber Security Strategist, the Host of the Take a Chance on You podcast and a Community Ambassador of Female Founders Rise. Engaging clients with comprehensive strategies to combat cyber threats, Alexandra boasts experience in industries such as retail, fashion, and technology. Alongside her work as a threat intelligence lead, Alexandra is also highly sought after as a keynote speaker. Alexandra addresses emerging risks, including e-commerce fraud and digital influencer scams, in her eloquent keynote speeches.

To date, Alexandra’s career has concentrated on the expansive field of cyber security. She firmly believes that cultivating the right culture toward work is of the utmost importance, having dedicated her professional life to mastering the complex domain of cyber threat intelligence, and has become deeply conversant with the intricate details involved in safeguarding sensitive and digital information. In 2023, Alexandra founded AF’s Retail Guide, an innovative platform that explores the intersection of retail, fashion, technology, and cybersecurity. Her platform quickly became a trusted resource that people rely on for insights into cyber threats affecting the grocery, cosmetic and beauty sectors. Before this, her professional journey included key roles at Accenture as a Security Delivery Senior Analyst and at The Workshop as a Threat Intelligence Analyst.

Alexandra is hugely passionate about public speaking, and coaches individuals and groups, empowering growth throughout professional journeys and within corporate frameworks. As a speaker, Alexandra has the unique ability of being able to transform intricate cyber security challenges into digestible, actionable insights that have solidified her as an extremely successful speaker in this area. Her TEDx Talk "Why We Need Community Now More Than Ever" highlighted the importance of community in today's interconnected world. Alexandra's work has been highly recognised for its authority, and has earned her recognition as one of the top ‘Women Reshaping The Cybersecurity Industry’.

Alexandra Forsyth is hired as a keynote speaker for her rare ability to simplify complex cyber security threats into clear, actionable insights. With a career spanning retail, fashion and tech, she brings deep, strategic knowledge to industries facing evolving digital risks. Alexandra explores the vital intersection of cyber intelligence, community and culture. Her expertise in combating e-commerce fraud and digital scams, combined with a passion for empowering others, makes her a sought-after voice.