Empowering small businesses to reclaim time and accelerate growth through AI-powered automation | Inventor | Keynote Speaker

I lead enterprise AI adoption — turning ambition into execution.

With over 25 years guiding organizational transformation across industries, I’ve seen how the best processes, approaches, and technology fails without alignment, clarity, and a clear path to measurable impact. My work focuses on helping enterprises define what AI should do for their business, not just what it can do.

I specialize in building frameworks for responsible, scalable AI adoption that connect strategy, operations, and people. This includes:

Designing AI adoption roadmaps aligned with business goals and governance

Translating technical possibilities into clear, actionable business outcomes

Building cross-functional alignment between leadership, operations, and IT

Coaching teams to develop AI literacy and operational confidence

Heidi 💡 Araya

Sony Music Publishing

Privacy & Security

The New York Public Library

Cybersecurity

EMI Music Publishing

Systems Administrator

Help Desk Analyst

With over 15 years of dedicated IT, Security, and Privacy service, I am an experienced business leader known for developing and implementing robust cybersecurity and privacy strategies. My expertise is underpinned by a Master's degree in cybersecurity and industry-leading certifications, including CISSP and CIPP/US, complemented by a continuous learning journey through professional development and industry engagement.

A deep-seated commitment to privacy as a fundamental right is at the core of my professional ethos. This conviction drives me to create security programs that protect and add substantial value to organizations. These initiatives ensure the safety of customer and employee data while aligning with business goals. My approach is defined by proactive risk management, focusing on anticipating and mitigating emerging threats in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

As a leader, I am dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative work environment where my teams are encouraged to grow and excel. My success in the field is measured by the robust security frameworks I've developed and the positive impact I've made on my teams and colleagues.

I am a recognized thought leader and public speaker, regularly sharing cybersecurity, privacy, and AI insights at conferences and events such as the BSides, Evanta, and ISC2. My dedication extends to mentoring emerging professionals in cybersecurity and nurturing the next generation of industry leaders.

Looking ahead, I am focused on leveraging my experience to implement cutting-edge security solutions and seeking opportunities to contribute to the security and privacy communities. Let's connect and explore how we can work together to advance the state of cybersecurity and privacy.

Harry Halikias

taplio

The Battle

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