In the modern world, there’s not a lot that’s spookier than data breaches and identity theft. Protection and proactivity is the name of the game, and cybersecurity expert Eric O’Neill has been playing it for decades.

A former FBI operative legendary for bringing down superspy Robert Hannesen, O’Neill is a national security attorney and investigator who addresses thousands each year around the globe,  equipping them with the tools they need to protect themselves. A sought-after speaking and bestselling author, he’s considered something of a rare phenomenon in the world of speaking for having excellent stage presence and storytelling skills, a thrilling life story, and technical expertise in a little understood field, which is a rare combo indeed.

Dedicated to helping others  build cultures of vigilance and safety, he is an active media commentator and strategist for cybersecurity giants like VMWare and Carbon Black. Still fully immersed in the field, he has an ear to the ground regarding how rapidly developing AI may enable yet greater threats to individuals, businesses, and governments.