Melanie Garson is an adviser, speaker and educator focused on the intersection of technology, geopolitics and international security. She helps policymakers, corporate leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs and investors understand how cyber, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are reshaping global power, defence and foreign policy. Drawing on expertise in security and geopolitical dynamics, policy networks and scenario-based foresight, Garson identifies overlooked risks, anticipates regulatory responses and explores opportunities arising from geopolitical change.

Her services include keynote presentations at international conferences, media and podcast commentary, webinars, and bespoke briefings for organisations. Topics span cyber and AI policy, electronic warfare and jamming, drone warfare, geopolitical hacktivism, software supply chain security, digital infrastructure, and the future of defence. Her work helps audiences look beyond immediate headlines to consider how disruptions across technology systems—from subsea cables to satellites—can create wider consequences for organisations and societies. Garson also contributes to public discussion through interviews and analysis in major media outlets, and shares research and perspectives through publications, events and educational forums.