Michelle Brooks

Michelle Brooks is the Chief People & Culture Officer at Security Compass, where she drives people strategy, scales high-performing teams, and cultivates a thriving culture at one of Toronto’s leading software security firms. With over 20 years of experience spanning bootstrapped ventures and high-growth tech companies, she has expertly navigated complex mergers, built award-winning cultures, and implemented impactful people strategies. As the founder of Onward Advisory, Michelle offers fractional Chief People Officer services, executive coaching, and strategic advisory for startups and scale-ups. A passionate community contributor, she is also a sought-after keynote speaker, board member, and mentor.