Speakers

Leslie Hitchcock is a seasoned media executive and co-founder of Resilience Media, an independent publication dedicated to the defence of democracy and the intersection of startups, security, and defence technology. With nearly two decades of experience in the tech industry, she has been instrumental in shaping conversations around innovation and resilience in the face of global challenges.

Prior to founding Resilience Media, Leslie served as the Director of Events at TechCrunch, where she led the production of the renowned TechCrunch Disrupt conferences across major tech hubs including New York City, San Francisco, London, and Berlin, as well as a suite of events in Nairobi, Lagos, Seoul, and Tel Aviv. Her tenure at TechCrunch solidified her reputation for curating impactful events that bridge the gap between technology innovators and investors.

In 2024, recognizing the growing need for a dedicated platform to address the evolving landscape of defence and security, Leslie co-founded Resilience Media alongside Dr. Tobias Stone. The initiative was launched during the inaugural Resilience Conference in London, aiming to foster collaboration between the tech sector and national security communities. Resilience Media has since become a pivotal resource, offering in-depth analysis, founder profiles, and policy discussions pertinent to the defence tech ecosystem.