Heather Reed

Heather Reed leads an international team as the Head of Cybersecurity for Nestlé Purina PetCare North America, drawing on her decade of experience in security and compliance. A recognized expert in human risk management, she has built a world-class Cybersecurity Ambassador program, praised by industry leaders as a gold standard. With a background in marketing, she brings a powerful blend of strategic communication and behavioral insight to cybersecurity, ensuring engagement is as strong as protection. As a key member of her organization’s digital transformation and crisis committees, she bridges the gap between security, business, and people - driving real impact in the ever-evolving threat landscape.

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