Once named one of the World’s Top 5 Most Notorious Hackers after breaking into a nuclear weapons facility and then working covertly for the US DoD and FBI for a number of years, Greg Van Der Gaast is not short of humourous and engaging stories. But what really captivates audiences... Read more
Once named one of the World’s Top 5 Most Notorious Hackers after breaking into a nuclear weapons facility and then working covertly for the US DoD and FBI for a number of years, Greg Van Der Gaast is not short of humourous and engaging stories. But what really captivates audiences is his easily understandable yet radical and deeply thought provoking approach to security that is suitable for all audiences from university students to Fortune 200 boardrooms.
Greg Van Der Gaast is the best-Selling Author of “Rethinking Infosec” and “What We Call Security”, a former CISO and Chief Technologist at the world’s largest VAR, CDW. His 25 year career has led him to being the Managing Director of Sequoia Consulting where he helps transform security from a growing cost-centre that fights evermore risk, to a quality-centre that prevents risk from occurring in the first place while boosting the bottom line.
Whether it’s helping businesses achieve more from their security investments, providing vendors with powerful new business narratives around their products, or just entertaining and enlightening audiences with refreshing ideas, Greg is unlikely to disappoint.
You can book Greg Van Der Gaast through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Greg's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Greg Van Der Gaast's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Greg tailored to your event.
Greg Van Der Gaast speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Business & Management, Cyber Security, Future & Technology, Leadership. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Greg to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Greg Van Der Gaast for events worldwide, subject to Greg's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Greg Van Der Gaast is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Greg can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Greg Van Der Gaast on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Greg can offer.
Greg Van Der Gaast delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Greg Van Der Gaast's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Business & Management, Cyber Security, Future & Technology, Leadership. To get a clear sense of Greg's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Greg Van Der Gaast can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Business & Management, Cyber Security, Future & Technology, Leadership is relevant. Details of Greg's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Greg Van Der Gaast is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Greg Van Der Gaast, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Greg's current availability for your dates.