Carmen Best is the former Director of Global Security Risk Operations at Microsoft, where she led efforts to mitigate threats, safeguard people and infrastructure, and strengthen enterprise risk strategy. Known for her clarity and authority, she delivers actionable insights on crisis response, change management, technology, public safety, and ethical leadership. Carmen combines private-sector expertise with a distinguished public service background, including her tenure as Chief of Police in Seattle. She has spoken at major national events, offering audiences real-world frameworks for navigating complexity and building accountable, resilient organizations. An Amazon best-selling author and NBC News contributor, she has received honors such as the Ellis Island Medal of Honor and the National Law Enforcement Ethics Award. Carmen brings a rare blend of operational leadership and visionary thinking to every stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"