Dr. Nicola Harding is the CEO of We Fight Fraud, a pioneering organization dedicated to combating fraud and financial crime through innovative methods. With a PhD in criminology, she is an expert in fraud prevention, cybercrime, and financial crime. An advisor to UK Government, Dr. Harding’s career has been marked by her passion for bridging the gap between academia and industry, using research and technology to design practical solutions to combat fraud.

Before joining We Fight Fraud, Dr. Harding worked extensively in academic settings, collaborating with various private and public stakeholders to develop cutting-edge risk mitigation and fraud detection strategies. She has been a sought-after speaker at global conferences on financial crime, and her expertise has been recognized through her work on groundbreaking studies in fraud prevention and risk management.

As the CEO of We Fight Fraud, she leads a multidisciplinary team of former law enforcement professionals, cyber experts, and crucially, experts with lived experience. Together, they provide bespoke solutions, including education, training, and advisory services, to help businesses and governments combat emerging threats. Under her leadership, the organization has become a trusted partner in the fight against fraud, blending innovation, expertise, and practical insight to tackle this global issue.

Dr. Harding’s work continues to shape the field of fraud prevention, making her a leading figure in the fight against financial crime.