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Meghan Maneval

Director of Community and Education, SAFE Security

Meghan Maneval is a distinguished figure in the cybersecurity and governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) sectors, renowned for her innovative approach to cyber risk management and commitment to enhancing diversity in the tech industry. With nearly 20 years of experience, she has consistently demonstrated her ability to simplify the complexities of cybersecurity for organizations around the world.

As an educator and self-proclaimed risk optimist, Maneval leverages her unique insights to drive risk-centric strategies that adapt to the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Her pioneering work in operationalizing holistic risk management, third-party risk automation, and AI governance, as seen in her ISACA and LinkedIn Learning courses, showcases her dedication to responsible and secure use of emerging technologies. These achievements awarded her the 2023 SC Media Women in Cybersecurity Award, as well as ISACA’s Innovative Solutions Award in both 2024 and 2025. 

Beyond her technical achievements, Maneval is passionate about fostering an inclusive work environment. She is an active mentor, particularly within the Girl Scouts, where she works with young women to pursue careers in STEM, is actively involved with Cyber Guild's Diverse Minds Movement, and recently completed doctoral research on the impact of artificial intelligence on neuroinclusion in cybersecurity. 

Known for making complex topics accessible, Maneval bridges technical and strategic perspectives to help organizations navigate innovation with confidence. Her recent work focuses on aligning AGI readiness with enterprise risk singularity strategies. 

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