Conor McNicholas

Conor McNicholas is a widely respected creative and digital strategist with an impressive career at the crossroads of media, brand innovation, and cyber engagement. With more than 25 years of experience leading some of the UK’s most iconic media brands—including “Top Gear” and “NME”—Conor has consistently demonstrated a rare ability to blend storytelling, technology, and strategic insight. His success in transforming content ecosystems for global giants like Adidas, E.ON and Barclays has positioned him as a sought-after authority on digital transformation, data storytelling, and resilience in the face of cyber disruption.

As the Founder and former CEO of the award-winning WPP agency AllTogetherNow, Conor led cutting-edge projects including the Lexus Hoverboard campaign and a real-time social media war room for Argos. His work has earned numerous international awards for innovation and effectiveness, including Cannes Lions and International Content Marketing honours. Most notably, his data-driven databloom project for Publicis Sapient reimagined the future of data storytelling in a post-GDPR world, earning praise as “the best thing at Money 20/20” by The Banker (Financial Times).

Conor’s consulting work through Orange Yellow has helped C-suite leaders in sectors ranging from fintech to automotive craft high-impact communications strategies. His collaborations with brands like Compare the Market, Publicis Sapient and LADbible demonstrate his unique ability to develop AI-powered tools and lead high-stakes transformation projects with creativity, strategic depth, and measurable results. He’s also known for pioneering the Barclays Editorial Board model—now seen as a benchmark in agile brand content delivery.

An engaging keynote speaker and experienced facilitator, Conor has inspired audiences at global events hosted by Rightmove, Bausch + Lomb, and Allen & Overy. His dynamic blend of humour, insight, and actionable takeaways makes him an ideal speaker for events focused on cyber security, innovation, and leadership in the digital age. Hire Conor McNicholas via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency.