Misha Glenny

Misha Glenny is a highly respected author and investigative reporter who specialises in the complex intersections of geopolitics, cybersecurity, and international organised crime. Previously serving as the Central Europe correspondent for the BBC and The Guardian, he gained international recognition for his extensive reporting on the Balkan conflicts during the 1980s and 1990s. His deep understanding of these regions has led him to advise the European Union, various European governments, and the US Departments of State and Justice on matters of policy and criminal activity. As a prolific writer, he authored the critically acclaimed book McMafia, which examines how global criminal networks potentially account for over 20% of the world's GDP and was later adapted into a successful BBC drama. His work in the digital sphere includes the book DarkMarket: How Hackers Became the New Mafia, alongside his role as a visiting professor at Columbia University where he conducts research into the evolving landscape of cyber-crime. A regular contributor at the World Economic Forum in Davos, he also brings his expertise to a wider audience as a seasoned broadcaster and host of Radio 4's In Our Time. Organisations book Misha for his unrivalled ability to deconstruct global security risks and the digital challenges facing modern business. He provides audiences with a sophisticated perspective on how international power structures and emerging technologies shape the contemporary landscape. On stage, Misha Glenny is best known for talks on Emerging Markets, Cybersecurity, Risk & Risk Management, Esg & Social Responsibility, Politics & Geopolitics and Digital Business & Strategy. 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. Their work resonates with leaders across Defence & Security, Media & Broadcasting, Politics & Government and Technology, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Misha Glenny is regularly booked for Business 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, Misha Glenny 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 Misha Glenny would approach your audience.