Keynote speaker
Adam BanksFormer Group CIO of AP Moller-Maersk and Global Cybersecurity Specialist
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Established£5k – £10k indicative · subject to negotiation
About Adam Banks
Adam Banks is a distinguished technology leader who previously served as the Chief Technology and Information Officer for AP Moller-Maersk, the world’s largest shipping enterprise. During his tenure, he sat at the centre of the most significant malicious cyber-attack in history, the NotPetya incident. He was instrumental in managing the immediate crisis, overseeing the restoration of global networks, and ensuring that vital systems tracking millions of tonnes of cargo remained functional under unprecedented pressure.
His extensive professional background includes senior leadership positions across multiple sectors, including roles as CIO and CTO at Visa and Monitise. Within Maersk, he also served as Vice President and Head of Simplification, focusing on streamlining hardware and software to ensure future-proof operations. Having held major positions in architecture, development, operations, and HR, he possesses a comprehensive understanding of how complex organisations thrive through technical efficiency and human resilience.
Adam provides a rare first-hand perspective on disaster recovery and risk management, highlighting the emergency strategies required to navigate modern digital threats. He is booked by organisations for his ability to translate high-stakes crisis experience into practical frameworks for digital security and large-scale business transformation.
On stage, Adam Banks is best known for talks on Digital Business & Strategy, Transport, Infrastructure & Energy, Crisis Management, Cybersecurity and Risk & Risk Management. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Adam Banks is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Adam Banks travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Adam Banks would approach your audience.
Speaking topics
Testimonials
"We've had a few cybersecurity folks in here, but Adam really broke it down. Not just the techy stuff, but how it actually hits the business. Made everyone, even the non-technical folks, sit up and pay attention. Solid content and a great way to kick off our annual strategy review, for real."
"Adam's talk on navigating digital transformation was spot on for our exec team."
"I was a little worried it'd be too technical for our general audience, but Adam did a fantastic job of making cybersecurity accessible. Folks were asking smart questions afterward; you could tell he really got them thinking."
Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Adam Banks?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Adam's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Adam Banks cost to book?
- Adam Banks sits in our Established fee tier (£5k – £10k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Adam Banks speak on?
- Adam speaks on Digital Business & Strategy, Transport, Infrastructure & Energy, Crisis Management, Cybersecurity, Risk & Risk Management.
- Where is Adam Banks based?
- Adam is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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