About Mark B. Sangster
Principal, Author, Researcher and Analyst
Mark Sangster is an award-winning speaker at international conferences and on prestigious stages including the Harvard Law School and CNN News Room. He is a contributor to several leading industry publications (CSO Magazine, SC Magazine, LegalTech News), an invited speaker at 40+ conferences a year, and a regular guest on well-respected podcasts.
His thought-provoking work and perspective on shifting risk trends has influenced industry thought leaders, and he is a go-to subject matter expert on data breach events for leading publications and media outlets, including CNN, Wall Street Journal, Forbes and The CBC. Mark has served on the LegalSEC Council with the International Legal Technology Association (ILTA), and now advises the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) on their cyber security policies.
His 25-year career was established with industry giants like Intel Corporation, BlackBerry, and Cisco Systems. At BlackBerry, Mark worked on the first secure devices for government agencies. Since then, he has continued to build mutually beneficial relationships with regulatory agencies in key industry sectors including legal, finance, healthcare and manufacturing.
"Mark Sangster is a true thought leader in the cybersecurity industry, combining unparalleled insights and expertise with a passion for empowering executives to effectively manage cyber risk. His deep understanding of the evolving threat landscape and ability to guide organizations toward resilience make him an invaluable voice in the fight against cybercrime."
Deborah Snyder, Former New York State Chief Security Officer