Leading Authorities, Inc.

Former White House #cybersecurity official and former acting U.S. National Cyber Director Kemba Walden recently discussed a Secure Code Warrior #report with NextGov, revealing that fewer than 4% of global software developers are trained in secure-by-design (SBD) principles, and stressed the urgent need to expand SBD training across industries to help reduce vulnerabilities in critical digital infrastructure: https://bit.ly/3Nxoyig

Widely respected political #journalist at POLITICO Jonathan Martin recently spoke with The National Review about how his upbringing in Arlington, VA, and his love of history shaped his #career. He reflected on the impact of #technology on #journalism and expressed skepticism about the term "the media" today: https://bit.ly/4fcpqVh

I’m delighted to announce that I’ve signed with Leading Authorities, Inc., one of the nation’s top speakers bureaus. In my final role in government, I had the pleasure of maintaining a busy schedule of public speeches and panel appearances, discussing the evolving challenges and opportunities in the national security landscape. Now, I’m excited to continue sharing my perspectives with audiences both here in the U.S. and abroad, drawing on my decades of experience in national security, including a final role leading digital transformation and innovation at the Central Intelligence Agency. I’m passionate about exploring key topics like: 1. Coevolution: The Future of Human-Machine Collaboration 2. The AI Race: Innovation and National Security 3. The Digital Threat Landscape: Navigating a Dangerous World 4. Leadership Talks: Reinvention, Empathy, and Purpose I look forward to the opportunity to engage with new audiences and continue meaningful conversations about the future of digital technology, national security, and leadership in a rapidly changing world. #LeadingAuthorities #NationalSecurity #DigitalTransformation #CyberSecurity #KeynoteSpeaker

Katie Ledecky, the most decorated U.S. female #Olympian, recently spoke at a #tech conference, sharing #insights on her legendary career and #goal setting. Swimming World Magazine re-capped the #event as she compared her approach to the scientific method: set a hypothesis, create a plan, and adjust based on results: https://bit.ly/3NvvKLz

Forbes’ #CMO Hall of Fame inductee Marisa Thalberg has been appointed as JCPenney’s Chief Marketing Officer, a key move in the retailer’s $1 billion turnaround #plan. Marketing Dive reported on the announcement, emphasizing Thalberg’s focus on strengthening brand #relevance and building #emotional connections with consumers to drive JCPenney’s revitalization: https://bit.ly/4eX0cKg

Dr. Vin Gupta, MD MPA, Chief Medical Officer at #Amazon Pharmacy and a leader in tech #innovation, recently discussed the company's expanded same-day prescription delivery service with Yahoo Finance. The service, now available in 20 additional states, is part of Amazon's mission to enhance #healthcare accessibility: https://yhoo.it/3NnlLI5

Emmy Award-winning #journalist Jake Tapper recently highlighted the growing influence of #AI and deepfakes in a segment of his CNN show, The Lead. He opened the segment with a #deepfake of himself discussing #elections, sharing insights about the potential impact of AI on future elections, particularly the 2024 presidential race: https://cnn.it/4eD90W4

Our LAI International UK team recently hosted a client #dinner with #Olympian and World Champion #swimmer Mark Foster at the Royal Garden Hotel. Mark shared his inspiring #story of overcoming challenges and turning adversity into remarkable #success. It was an evening of insightful #conversation, #networking, and personal #growth, showcasing the impact that Mark’s journey has on leaders and organizations alike Learn more about Mark Foster for your next event: https://bit.ly/3U1nHtO

Legendary Emmy award-winning Saturday Night Live #producer Lindsay Shookus recently delivered a #keynote at an annual conference, focusing on the role of human connection in #leadership to emphasize three key leadership traits: #credibility, #vulnerability, and #adaptability: https://bit.ly/3YbIVHQ

Nichol Bradford, #Futurist and Executive-in-Residence for AI+HI at SHRM, recently authored an article for SHRM discussing the recent departures of key #leaders at #OpenAI and their broader implications for businesses and the workforce: https://bit.ly/3Yedo8c