Kavya Pearlman, widely known as the "Cyber Guardian," is an award-winning cybersecurity professional and the founder & CEO of XRSI, a leading organization dedicated to safety and inclusion in emerging tech ecosystems. She pioneered the XRSI Privacy and Safety Framework for Immersive Technologies and spearheaded global safety initiatives like Metaverse Safety Week. Recognized as a top cybersecurity influencer (2018–2020, 2022) by IFSEC Global, Kavya has also advised major tech corporations and numerous governments on cybersecurity and emerging tech policies.

A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Kavya actively contributes to global standards for immersive and emerging technologies, focusing on privacy, safety, ethics, and inclusion. She serves on key international groups, including the Global Coalition for Digital Safety at the World Economic Forum.

Kavya is the founder of several key initiatives under XRSI, including the Medical XR Advisory Council (MedXRSI), the XRSI Child Safety Initiative, the trusted media platform ReadyHackerOne, and the immersive podcast Singularity Watch.

Kavya has been recognized globally for her groundbreaking contributions. Her recent accolades include being named one of the Top 40 Thought Leaders in Security and Life Safety 2024 by the Life Safety Alliance, International Women Entrepreneur 2024 by Great Companies, Security Leader of the Year 2023 by the Women in IT Awards, Top 50 Business & Marketing Visionaries 2023 by Adello, and both Top 50 Privacy Pioneers 2023 and Top 50 Cybersecurity Leaders 2022 by Ingatica. These recognitions build on a long history of industry honors, reflecting her pioneering work and leadership in advancing safety, privacy, and ethics in emerging technologies.

Kavya holds a Master’s degree in Computer, Information, and Network Security from DePaul University and is certified in CISM and PCIP. Her passion for safety and inclusion drives her mission to safeguard emerging tech ecosystems worldwide.