Lisa McInerney

Lisa McInerney, the founder of Extremisphere, brings unparalleled expertise in combating the challenges presented by violent actors and organizations in the online sphere. With a remarkable background in policy development, proactive strategies, and research, Lisa has played a pivotal role in shaping the response to violent extremism online.

Having served as Twitter's Global Policy Area Lead for Violent Organizations, Lisa spearheaded a team responsible for formulating policies and innovative approaches to address the complex issues posed by violent extremists. Her tenure at Twitter, allowed her to harness her deep understanding of the intricacies involved in tackling online violent extremism.

Before joining Twitter, Lisa held the position of Programme Manager for VOX-Pol, a distinguished European Commission-funded Network of Excellence specializing in combating violent online political extremism. Throughout her combined 16+ years of research and analysis focused primarily on violent extremism, Lisa has acquired invaluable insights into cross-ideological and cross-platform manifestations of online extremism.

Lisa's expertise has been recognized on a global scale, as she has been invited to contribute her knowledge and perspectives to prominent international events. Her influential contributions have extended to prestigious platforms such as the United Nations, the European Commission, and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE).

As the driving force behind Extremisphere, Lisa McInerney brings an unrivaled depth of experience and a commitment to developing effective strategies in countering online extremism. With her guidance, Extremisphere is dedicated to providing tailored solutions that safeguard digital spaces and mitigate the risks posed by violent actors and organizations.