Dr Magda Chelly

I bring over 15 years of global cybersecurity leadership — as a CISO, entrepreneur, and advisor — helping boards and executives turn cyber risk into a strategic advantage. With experience across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, I bridge technical depth with business acumen, guiding organizations through resilience, regulatory complexity, and digital growth.

As an advisor, I help leadership teams understand cyber risk in business terms — connecting boardroom decisions with measurable security and compliance outcomes. My background spans ISO 27001 implementation, identity and access governance, AI-driven automation, and third-party risk assurance.

As a board member, I add value by shaping governance strategies that align innovation, regulation, and trust. I’ve built and led cybersecurity programs for companies in technology, financial services, and critical infrastructure, and currently advise Seitatech, a Finnish payments company, on IAM and PCI DSS readiness.

The companies that benefit most from my expertise are:

Financial and fintech organizations seeking stronger regulatory alignment and secure digital innovation.

High-growth technology and AI firms that need to embed governance and security into their scaling strategy.

Mid-sized enterprises and startups preparing for audits, funding, or M&A, where cybersecurity maturity directly impacts valuation and trust.

I believe in governance that empowers — not slows — innovation. My role on a board is to translate cyber and technology risk into strategy, resilience, and competitive advantage.