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With a background of 15 years in law enforcement, Adam’s final role was as a Detective Sergeant leading the Covert operations and Cyber Crime teams. Since then, Adam has worked in cyber security since 2016 across various roles and has a broad understanding of cyber security, from the impact of cyber crime upon individuals and businesses to the need to convey the right messages to senior leaders and end users, ensuring engagement and support.

As a subject matter expert in multiple areas for a large organisation, Adam has investigated and supervised hundreds of cases, identifying and prosecuting offenders.

He has introduced digital tactics into overt and covert investigations, developing digital capabilities. Adam also held responsibility for training, utilising his communication skills to simplify the complex.

As a cybersecurity advisor, Adam has worked with multi-national businesses developing their people and processes to improve their cyber security maturity.

Cyber Security Speaker & Industry Commentator

Adam is a regular cyber security speaker at industry events across the UK, recognised for his ability to bring cybersecurity to life through real-world case studies drawn from his career as a cyber crime detective. Rather than presenting theory, Adam weaves genuine police investigations into his talks, giving audiences a rare and compelling perspective on the threats they face and the practical steps needed to address them.

He has spoken at some of the most respected events in the industry, including CompTIA UK&I, ISE Europe, the Managed Services Summit in London and Manchester, and the Brigantia Annual Partner Day. His talk at CompTIA EMEA directly led to an invitation to speak at ISE Europe, where organisers noted the impact of his presentation on the British Library cyberattack.

Adam’s commentary and thought leadership also extends beyond the stage. He has been cited as a cybersecurity expert in Forbes, The Daily Mail, The Sun, and The Standard, and has published articles with Computer Weekly, TechRadar, and Business Reporter.

Morten Kjaersgaard is the Founder and Chairman of Heimdal®, a global leader in AI-powered cybersecurity. Under his leadership, Heimdal has grown from a start-up in Copenhagen to a trusted security partner for over 17,000 organizations and more than 2,000 MSPs worldwide, defending against 260+ million cyber threats annually.
With a sharp focus on unifying cybersecurity operations, Morten is recognised for his ability to align technical innovation with strategic business outcomes. His insights have shaped how organizations and partners alike approach risk reduction, compliance, and security maturity in an increasingly complex digital world.
A respected voice in the industry, Morten frequently shares his expertise at international events and through media commentary, championing a more proactive, collaborative, and scalable model for cybersecurity success.