First Female White House Chief Information Officer; AI Strategist; Business and Personal Security Expert; Privacy Visionary
Theresa Payton: Biography at a Glance
- Theresa made history as the first female White House Chief Information Officer. Her groundbreaking leadership experience inspires both aspiring leaders and seasoned professionals.
- She’s recognized as one of the world’s top advisors on secured digital transformation, AI, and privacy, consulting Fortune 500 boards, CEOs, and technology executives to safeguard critical assets and navigate complex digital challenges.
- As CEO of Fortalice Solutions, she shares firsthand lessons in innovation, resilience, and building a purpose-driven business.
- Theresa is renowned for her ability to demystify complex cybersecurity and AI concepts, making them accessible, relevant, and actionable. She’s frequently featured across major news outlets and gained national recognition as a lead expert on CBS’s Hunted.
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Biography
Theresa Payton is a trailblazer in technology and cybersecurity, making history as the first female White House Chief Information Officer under President George W. Bush. She’s recognized as one of the world’s top advisors on secured digital transformation, AI, and privacy, consulting Fortune 500 boards, CEOs, and technology executives to safeguard critical assets and navigate complex digital challenges.
Because she’s the go-to expert among network television news programs and other major media outlets for her broad cybercrime-fighting knowledge, relatable persona and ability to make complex technology understandable, she starred in the the cast of the CBS TV reality hide-and-seek show, Hunted.
She’s also CEO and chief advisor of a leading digital security firm, Fortalice Solutions®, LLC which is featured in Forbes, named a Global 500 cybersecurity company, and won recognition in Inc. as a Power Partner.
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AI and the Future of Us: Navigating the Promise and Perils of Artificial Intelligence
Few technological developments of the last century have fueled as much curiosity, misinformation, and fear as AI. In this highly engaging, jargon-free presentation, Theresa unpacks AI's transformative power while exposing its looming risks, then demonstrates how our businesses, security, and individual daily lives are being impacted by them. With anonymized stories from law enforcement's front lines and stunning live demonstrations that reveal the tradecraft of modern cybercriminals, Theresa will equip you with practical actions to harness AI's vast potential while protecting yourself, your clients, and your organization.
Secured Digital Transformation: Innovating Without Compromising Trust
Balancing innovation and security in a rapidly evolving digital world requires know-how, sensitivity, and constant vigilance. From streamlining operations to enhancing customer experiences, Theresa shares strategies for driving transformation while safeguarding your organization's critical assets. With compelling case studies and easily-understood, actionable takeaways, Theresa will show you how to future-proof your organization and lead confidently in the age of relentless cyber threats.
From the White House to Your House: Leadership & Life Lessons
Theresa shares her amazing journey of resilience and determination as a business professional, wife, and mom of three that led her to the most visible position in the tech world, White House CIO. And that's before she became a CEO, one of the world’s leading media voices on technology and cybersecurity, and star of the hit CBS TV series, Hunted. Drawing from her experiences leading in high-stakes environments, she reveals how family and purpose have been her guiding lights in balancing home life, career, and service. Theresa’s uplifting message will inspire you to lead boldly, embrace challenges with grace, and thrive in every role you’re called to fulfill.
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