Kelly Richdale

Kelly Richdale is an accomplished independent Board Director & Advisor with a global focus on technology innovation, digital transformation, and GoToMarket strategies in regulated sectors, particularly in quantum, AI, blockchain/cryptocurrency, and cybersecurity.

With a robust background in strategic leadership and entrepreneurship, Kelly has a proven track record of nurturing high-growth international ventures. She is deeply committed to championing social impact initiatives and empowering women in STEM fields, actively engaging in advisory roles within academia and participating as a judge and speaker at prominent global technology and innovation forums.

She is a distinguished alumna of INSEAD, holding an MBA degree, and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) specialized in Cybersecurity. Her educational journey includes a Master of Arts in Modern Languages (Russian, German) from the University of Cambridge, and a Certificate in Best Practices in Corporate Governance from the Swiss Board School.

Throughout her dynamic career, Kelly has held key roles in renowned organizations such as being a Venture Partner at Amadeus Capital Partners, a Quantum Fellow at the World Economic Forum, Senior Advisor at SandboxAQ, and various leadership positions at firms like Assura, Diem Networks, Libra Association, and more. She has also contributed her expertise to councils and committees like the Innovation Council at Innosuisse and the Commission for Technology and Innovation (CTI/KTI).

Prior to her current roles, Kelly held executive positions in leading companies including ID Quantique SA, L-1 Identity Solutions (now IDEMIA), Bioscrypt (now IDEMIA), A4Vision (now IDEMIA), Lycos, and Bertelsmann, accumulating a wealth of experience in sales, business development, quantum-safe security, and international operations.

Her diverse professional background also includes creative endeavors like managing editor at Vogue Russia, founder & director at Prologue Television Productions, and media coordinator at Soros Foundation Russia, underscoring her multifaceted skill set and versatile expertise.