Yvonne Sears is the Founder of Elev8 Resilience, a boutique consultancy dedicated to helping organisations navigate the complex world of cyber security, privacy, and business resilience. With over 25 years of experience across government and private sectors in the UK and Australia, Yvonne has built a career on bridging the gap between technical risk and real-world business needs.
Driven by a passion for empowering businesses to move beyond compliance checklists, Yvonne champions a “resilience by design” approach. She has advised global organisations, guided Boards through crisis simulations, and supported teams at every level — from emerging security professionals to seasoned CISOs — to create meaningful, sustainable change.
As a thought leader, keynote speaker, and mentor, Yvonne brings clarity and direction to complex challenges. Her work spans cyber threat intelligence, third-party risk management, AI governance, and privacy, helping clients strengthen their defences while fostering trust and transparency.
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, cyber threats are no longer just an IT issue — they are a business risk with far-reaching consequences. Resilience by Design provides a practical roadmap for organisations seeking to understand and prioritise their risks before investing time and resources into solutions that may not deliver lasting value.
Through real-world examples and actionable insights, Yvonne demystifies the process of risk profiling — showing how to uncover hidden vulnerabilities, assess the unique challenges your industry faces, and create a focused strategy that protects what matters most.
This book explores:
Whether you’re a Board member, business leader, or “accidental” security manager, this book gives you the tools and confidence to start strong, focus on impact, and build a foundation for long-term cyber resilience.
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