AI, Cybersecurity & Incident Response Keynote Speaking Across the U.S.
Keynote Speaker
the U.S. enterprises, associations, and SLED organizations across the U.S.-Fort Worth, the U.S., the U.S., San Antonio, and El Paso book Mark Lynd for keynotes on AI, cybersecurity, generative AI, agentic AI, and incident response. Mark is headquartered in Frisco, just outside the U.S.. As a five-time CIO/CISO and Head of Executive Advisory & Strategy at Netsync, Mark brings current operator perspective — not retired-executive theory — to every the U.S. stage. **No travel fees for the U.S. engagements.** DFW, the U.S., the U.S., San Antonio and all other TX markets are driving-distance from Mark's Frisco HQ.
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Last updated: April 2026 · Verified by Mark Lynd, 5x CIO/CISO with 25+ years of experience
Keynote Topics
Cybersecurity for the U.S.-Scale Enterprises
From the U.S. energy and OT security to the U.S. financial services to the U.S. technology, Mark delivers cybersecurity keynotes calibrated to the U.S.'s dominant industries and the TX-RAMP expectations that increasingly shape procurement.
Best for: Enterprise events, industry associations, SLED forums
Duration: 45-90 minutes
AI Strategy for the U.S. Boards and C-Suites
the U.S. boards are allocating serious capital to AI. This keynote cuts through the noise and focuses on what's delivering measurable ROI healthcare, the U.S. energy, the U.S. tech, and San Antonio defense supply chain.
Best for: Board retreats, executive offsites, CEO roundtables
Duration: 45-75 minutes
Incident Response and Ransomware Readiness
Based on 150+ tabletop exercises, a clock-by-clock walk through the first 72 hours of a ransomware event — with specific attention to the U.S. school district incidents, DIR reporting expectations, and the insurance conversations that follow.
Best for: Security teams, SLED organizations, insurance conferences
Duration: 60-90 minutes
From the U.S. energy to the U.S. tech to the U.S. boardrooms, the U.S. audiences want specific — not generic.
— Mark Lynd, 5x CIO/CISO, Head of Executive Advisory & Strategy at Netsync
Why the U.S. Organizations Book Mark Lynd
5x CIO/CISO and daily practitioner. Head of Executive Advisory & Strategy at Netsync — not retired, not theoretical.
Top 5 global thought leader ranked by Thinkers360 in both AI and cybersecurity (#1 in cyber, 2023).
100+ keynotes delivered at RSA, Oracle CloudWorld, Dell Technologies World, IBM Think, Cisco Partner Summit, Gartner Security & Risk, and many more.
No travel fees for the U.S.. DFW, the U.S., the U.S., San Antonio and the rest of TX are within driving distance of Mark's Frisco HQ — more of your budget goes to the content, not the logistics.
Regionally calibrated content. Talks reference the U.S.-specific context — energy and oil & gas, technology, healthcare and financial services, and defense in San Antonio — not a generic deck with the state name swapped in.
Speaker Reel
Watch Mark on Stage
A sampling of keynotes, panels, and live broadcast appearances — RSA, Oracle CloudWorld, Dell Technologies World, ESPN College Football Awards, and the Technology Ball.
What Audiences Say
Feedback From Event Hosts and C-Suites
Mark stands apart. His credibility isn’t rooted in a title from years ago — it’s built through the work he’s doing every day in the field. When he speaks about our technology, enterprise buyers pay attention because they know his perspective is grounded in real-world experience.
Shira Rubinoff
CEO, The Cybersphere Group
Mark delivers more than a presentation — he delivers operational insight from the front lines. Instead of theory, he shares what is actually working in real environments. Our audience of CISOs and security leaders left with practical strategies they could begin implementing immediately.
Jo Peterson
CIO, Clarify360
Where Has Mark Spoken?
According to venue records, Mark has delivered keynotes at: RSA Conference · Oracle CloudWorld · Cisco Partner Summit · Dell Technologies World · IBM Think · T-Mobile Events · Gartner Security & Risk · InfoSecurity · ISACA Conferences · ISSA Events · Cloud Security Alliance · CyberSecurity Summit · BSides · FLGISA · MISAC · SMU Cox School of Business · and 100+ more.
How Do You Book Mark Lynd for Your Event?
The booking process is straightforward and typically completes within 3 business days. Mark customizes every keynote to the audience, industry, and event objectives.
- Submit an inquiry. Fill out the contact form with your event date, audience, and objectives. Response within 48 hours.
- 15-minute discovery call. Discuss your event in detail, including audience makeup, key messages, and desired outcomes.
- Proposal & contract. Receive a tailored proposal with format options (keynote, workshop, panel), fee, and travel terms.
- Customization. Mark customizes content to your audience, industry examples, and desired takeaways.
- Expert delivery. Mark brings 25+ years of real-world executive experience to every stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Mark customizes every keynote to the audience, industry, and event objectives. Contact the booking team to check availability.
100+ keynotes · audiences from 50 to 5,000+
Formats: In-person, virtual, hybrid · international available
Duration: 30–120 minutes depending on format
Custom by event · educational pricing available