Kimberly Hidalgo Hernández

Moderator & Comms

Kimberly Hidalgo, M.A., is a defense analyst and expert in military affairs, currently serving as an Analyst with the Defense Innovation Board under the Secretary of Defense, where she provides critical insights on integrating advanced technologies into U.S. defense strategy. With extensive experience in defense policy, intelligence analysis, and strategic research, Kimberly is deeply involved in addressing the evolving challenges of national security. Her work with the Defense Innovation Board is focused on aligning innovation with defense objectives, ensuring the U.S. maintains a strategic edge in warfare and other complex defense arenas. She has represented the Defense Entrepreneurs Forum (DEF) at NATO Summits, and holds a certificate in Terrorist Financing from the International Centre for Asset Recovery of the Basel Institute on Governance, as she is passionate about combatting extremist activity in the country and beyond. Kimberly’s analytical expertise and commitment to forward-thinking defense solutions, coupled with her passion for national security and Irregular Warfare, enriches discussions on unconventional warfare, national security policy, and military innovation.