Book Cyber Security Speakers

Robert Herjavec is the Founder and CEO of Cyderes, a global cybersecurity firm, and a highly recognized investor and Shark on the Emmy-winning show Shark Tank. His books, including Driven and The Will to Win, have appeared on multiple bestseller lists. His keynotes, often delivered to crowds of 20,000, provide candid insights on cybersecurity threats, entrepreneurship, and the principles that took him from waiting tables to building a world-class technology conglomerate.

Mikko Hypponen is one of the world's top authorities on cybersecurity, currently serving as the Chief Research Officer at Sensofusion. He has over 30 years of experience investigating cybercrime and advising governments and Fortune 500 companies. The author of the acclaimed book If It’s Smart, It’s Vulnerable, Hypponen provides audiences with essential insights on the history and future of digital security, privacy, and technology. As a highly sought-after keynote speaker, his talks—including viral TED appearances—are critical for leaders navigating the increasing vulnerabilities of a hyper-connected world.

Bruce Schneier is a leading security technologist and the bestselling author of over a dozen books, including Applied Cryptography and Click Here to Kill Everybody. He is a Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School and one of the world's foremost security experts. A highly sought-after speaker, he provides refreshingly candid analysis on our hyper-connected era. His keynotes lay out common-sense policies for organizations and governments to reap the benefits of the digital age without falling prey to the consequences of its inherent insecurity and risks of unchecked data collection.

Ben Hammersley is a top global futurist, the inventor of the term 'podcast,' and the Editor-at-Large of WIRED UK. He is a strategic advisor to three governments and the European Commission on technology and media. The author of 64 Things You Need to Know Now For Then, his expertise spans Cybersecurity, AI, and Big Data. His keynotes deliver practical, practice-changing messages on sustainable leadership and innovation across five continents, drawing from his unique personal experiences in war reporting, genomic science, and disaster response.

Christopher Wylie is the whistleblower of Cambridge Analytica and an expert on the misuse of data, AI, and cyberwarfare. His revelations forced global legislative hearings and a major overhaul of Silicon Valley privacy practices. The Director of Research for H&M, Wylie is a strategic advisor on the practical applications of AI in business, supply chain management, and quantifying fashion style. As a speaker, he uses his signature candor to make complex topics like weaponized algorithms and cyber resilience compelling and actionable for executive audiences.

Keren Elazari is an internationally recognized cybersecurity analyst and strategic advisor with 25 years of experience. She is the founder of the global network Leading Cyber Ladies and a senior researcher at Tel Aviv University. Her influential TED Talk, viewed by millions and chosen for TED’s ‘Most Powerful Ideas,’ established her as a global thought leader on security and hacking. As a speaker, she advises major corporations and government agencies on emerging security technologies and the necessity of engaging the hacker community for better digital defense.

Michael Coates is the former CISO of Twitter and the Co-founder and CEO of Altitude Networks, a startup specializing in enterprise cloud security. He is a highly recognized security leader who formerly served as the Chairman of the board of directors for OWASP, the world's largest non-profit application security organization. His keynotes provide actionable strategies for organizations to prepare for the future of security and leverage technology to prevent cloud data from being accessed without authorization.

Eric O’Neill is a former FBI counterintelligence operative and author of the memoir Gray Day. He is best known for his central role in the capture of one of the most notorious spies in U.S. history, an experience that inspired the film Breach. Today, he is a leading expert on cybersecurity and risk management. As a keynote speaker, O’Neill provides a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the world of espionage and cybersecurity. He speaks on topics such as corporate security, risk management, and the future of cyber threats. His talks are highly compelling and offer a clear, actionable guide for protecting an organization’s most valuable assets.

Samy Kamkar is a famous computer hacker, entrepreneur, and a leading expert on cybercrime and system vulnerabilities. He is best known for creating the MySpace worm and for inventing tools like PoisonTap and Evercookie to expose security flaws. A highly sought-after speaker on hacking and GDPR, Kamkar uses his firsthand experience to help businesses discover and fix their own security flaws. His research has revealed unlawful mobile tracking by major tech firms and his invention, PoisonTap, demonstrates the ease with which secured computers can be hijacked via simple USB devices.

T. D. Chandrasekhar is a seasoned Executive Leadership Coach and Family Business Consultant. He is a Partner at BAF Consultants and an alumnus of IIT Delhi and XLRI Jamshedpur. He provides tailored coaching for C-suite executives and focuses on Business Charters, Next Gen Succession Planning, and Organizational Development. He is a Course Facilitator for prestigious programs, including the Advanced Management Program at the Bombay Stock Exchange and the Vedica Scholars Programme for Women.

Eugene Kaspersky is the co-founder and CEO of Kaspersky Lab, a global leader in antivirus and information security. He is one of the world's most experienced experts on cybercrime and cyberwarfare. His presentations provide a fascinating, candid analysis of modern cyberwarfare, including government-sponsored attacks, and the strategic importance of data security. His insights are critical for organizations concerned with data security, cybercrime, and building effective defenses against a rapidly evolving threat landscape.

Ankit Fadia is a former author and television host known for his initial work in computer security. He is a graduate of Stanford University, where he studied Management Science and Engineering. He has authored several books on computer security and hosted the MTV show MTV What the Hack! His early claims of having worked with U.S. intelligence agencies and the CBI on cybercrime cases have been widely scrutinized and disputed by security professionals and the media.