Mieke Eoyang

<ul><li><strong>Leading Through Complexity: Lessons from the Pentagon to the Boardroom</strong></li><li>In an era defined by cyber threats, rapid technological change, and global uncertainty, leaders are expected to navigate unprecedented risks while inspiring confidence and resilience. As the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy, Mieke Eoyang was the top civilian charged with shaping U.S. cyberspace strategy and guiding the Department of Defense’s partnerships across government, industry, and allied nations. In this keynote, she shares leadership lessons forged at the intersection of national security, technology, and policy—insights that translate directly to today’s corporate challenges. Audiences learn how to build trust among diverse stakeholders, manage evolving risk, and lead with clarity and purpose when the stakes are high</li><li><strong>War, Cyber War, and the Corporate Risk Landscape</strong></li><li>When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the world saw a new dimension of conflict: coordinated military operations paired with large-scale cyber-attacks. Technology companies unexpectedly became frontline actors, providing tools, platforms, and expertise that helped Ukraine defend itself. Drawing on her experience as the senior civilian cyber official at the U.S. Department of Defense during this crisis, Mieke offers unmatched insights into the intersection of war, technology, and corporate responsibility. She highlights the risks organizations face in an increasingly insecure world—ranging from cyber-attacks to geopolitical instability—and offers practical strategies to build resilience and safeguard digital assets.</li><li><strong>Leading Through Crisis: Building Resilience and Results When the Stakes Are High</strong></li><li>Every organization faces moments of uncertainty that test leadership, communication, and resolve. As the senior civilian at the Department of Defense responsible for cyber policy during times of global tension, Mieke knows what it takes to lead when information is incomplete and the pressure is immense. In this inspiring keynote, she shares practical tools for leading teams through chaos with confidence, unity, and purpose. Audiences learn how to stay mission-focused, align diverse stakeholders, and turn crisis into a catalyst for growth—lessons forged at the highest levels of national security and directly applicable to every boardroom.</li><li><strong>Building Trust in the Age of AI and Cyber Threats</strong></li><li>As organizations rush to adopt new technologies, trust has become their most valuable—and most vulnerable—asset. In this timely keynote, Mieke explores how leaders can safeguard credibility and integrity in a rapidly changing digital landscape. Drawing from her Pentagon experience overseeing global cyber strategy, she offers a leadership framework for managing technological risk while strengthening human connection. Audiences gain powerful insights on fostering transparency, communicating with clarity, and building trust from the inside out—essential skills for navigating the intersection of innovation, ethics, and security.</li><li><strong>AI Adoption and Risk: Lessons from National Security for Business Leaders</strong></li><li>Artificial intelligence is transforming industries at a breathtaking pace, but with powerful opportunities come equally significant risks. In national security, militaries are testing AI in life-or-death missions where the cost of failure is unacceptably high. The lessons learned from this arena provide vital guidance for businesses navigating their own AI adoption strategies. Mieke brings forward a framework for balancing innovation with responsibility, mitigating unintended consequences, and ensuring that AI enhances performance rather than creating new vulnerabilities. This keynote equips leaders to innovate with confidence while protecting against emerging threats.</li><li><strong>The Cyber Mindset: Leading with Clarity in a Complex Digital World</strong></li><li>In today’s hyper-connected world, cybersecurity is no longer just a technology issue—it’s a leadership imperative. Drawing on her experience as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy, Mieke reveals how leaders at every level can cultivate a “cyber mindset” that drives clarity, collaboration, and resilience. She unpacks how to make informed decisions amid uncertainty, foster trust across diverse teams, and protect organizational integrity in an era where one weak link can impact everyone. This keynote empowers executives to think strategically about risk, lead confidently through disruption, and build cultures that anticipate and adapt—before crisis strikes.</li></ul>