Greg Van Der Gaast

Engaging, thought provoking, and humorous are words not typically associated with Information Security speakers, but Greg has taken the speaking circuit by storm, frequently being the highest-rated speaker at events, thanks to his unique personal brand, fascinating anecdotes, and a very different take on the industry.

An advisor, CISO, author, mentor, and speaker, Greg was once cited as one of the world’s five most notorious hackers and worked undercover for the US FBI and DoD for three years after setting off an international incident by breaking into a nuclear weapons facility. 

He’s since become one of the foremost thought leaders on how organisations can protect themselves with unconventional approaches going far beyond just technology to include elements of strategy, leadership, and human potential, and even turning security from a cost to a competitive business advantage.

Able to entertain, captivate, and enlighten a wide range of audiences from technical to C-level, Greg has featured in Wired Magazine, CNN, and numerous Tech and Business conferences. He is sure to be a hit at your next event.