Reid Hoffman

Reid Hoffman is a globally respected cyber security speaker, widely admired for his groundbreaking contributions to technology, entrepreneurship, and artificial intelligence. As the co-founder of LinkedIn, he transformed the way professionals connect, establishing one of the most powerful digital networking platforms in existence. Reid’s ability to distil complex, emerging technologies into practical, forward-thinking strategies makes him a compelling presence on stage. With a track record of anticipating global trends and shaping the future of innovation, he is a leading voice on the intersection of digital infrastructure, security, and scalable business growth.

Educated at Stanford University in Symbolic Systems and Oxford University in Philosophy, Reid’s academic grounding informs his thoughtful approach to technological challenges. His early work at Apple and later as Senior Vice President at PayPal gave him first-hand insight into digital systems and online security, experiences which continue to shape his expertise in cyber resilience and risk. Reid’s entrepreneurial breakthrough came in 2003 with the launch of LinkedIn, a platform that now supports over 900 million users and was acquired by Microsoft for $26.2 billion under his leadership.

A prolific investor and technologist, Reid joined Greylock Partners in 2009 and has since backed over three dozen AI companies. In 2022, he co-founded Inflection AI, which raised $1.3 billion in funding by the following year, solidifying his place at the forefront of AI innovation. He has authored several bestselling books, including “Blitzscaling” and “Impromptu: Amplifying Our Humanity Through AI”, both of which explore the risks and rewards of scaling technologies—central themes in cyber security discourse. His appointment to Microsoft’s board and recognition by President Barack Obama as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship in 2014 further attest to his influence on the global stage.

Audiences seeking insight into the evolving landscape of digital trust, cyber security, and AI ethics will find Reid Hoffman’s keynotes both inspiring and deeply informative. His presentations offer strategic clarity, industry foresight, and practical takeaways for organisations navigating the digital age. Hire Reid Hoffman via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency.