Speakers

Simeon Quarrie, founder of VIVIDA, is a Cyber Security Visionary who merges immersive storytelling with experiential learning to elevate cyber security awareness. Simeon and his team have revolutionised cyber security training, transforming mandatory learning into captivating, story-driven scenarios for giants like Sky, ITV, and Tesco. His innovative approach has led to the creation of scalable Virtual Cyber Escape Rooms, VR, and Game-Based awareness programmes, setting a new standard in the field. Notably, his work with ITV has been lauded as the "best Mandatory training ever experienced" by their CTO, marking a significant shift in how cyber security education is perceived and engaged with. Recognised for his groundbreaking work, Simeon has been highlighted by the UK Cyber Security Council and featured in The Times and Computer Weekly. His engagement with the National Cyber Security Centre as an NCSC Startup Accelerator Alumnus underscores his influential role in the cyber security community. As an international speaker, Simeon has addressed audiences for leading organisations such as Canon, Apple, LinkedIn, HSBC and Google, sharing his vision for using storytelling and innovation to make subjects including cyber security accessible and engaging. His dedication to inclusion in cyber security is evident through his work, ensuring diverse perspectives are considered and integrated into cyber security narratives and solutions. Awarded the UK Creative Entrepreneur of the Year and winning the Innovation in Learning Award, Simeon's contributions to cyber security are not just innovative but also inclusive, making a safer digital world accessible to all.