David Gee

David Gee is a globally recognised technology and cybersecurity leader with more than twenty-five years of experience guiding digital transformation and resilience across major financial institutions. Renowned for his strategic insight and engaging communication style, he has held senior roles including Chief Information Security Officer for HSBC Asia Pacific and Global Head of Technology, Cyber and Data Risk at Macquarie Group. David is widely sought after as a keynote speaker for his ability to connect executive decision-making with practical cybersecurity leadership, offering audiences an informed and pragmatic perspective on safeguarding critical systems and data in an era of escalating digital risk.

David’s career began in technology leadership roles at global enterprises such as MetLife Japan and Eli Lilly, where he developed a deep understanding of the intersection between business operations and information security. His appointment as Chief Information Officer at Credit Union Australia marked a turning point, combining innovation with operational resilience. His achievements there culminated in being named CIO of the Year in 2014, a recognition that cemented his reputation as a forward-thinking executive capable of driving both cultural and technological transformation.

In recent years, David has continued to shape the global cybersecurity landscape through thought leadership and industry collaboration. His publication ‘Aspiring CIO & CISO’ (2024) was listed among the “10 must-reads for security leaders”, reflecting his commitment to mentoring the next generation of technology executives. In 2023, he received the Global Leaders Award for his outstanding contributions to the cyber industry, and in 2025, he was appointed Ambassador for CI-ISAC Australia, advancing national efforts to protect critical infrastructure. Alongside this, he serves as Chairman of the FS-ISAC Strategy Committee and has written over 150 articles for leading outlets such as CIO, CSO, Computerworld and the AICD.

David’s combination of board-level experience, international insight and passion for developing cybersecurity talent makes him an exceptional speaker for global forums. His appearances at prestigious events, including RSAC San Francisco, the Asian Banker Summit in Jakarta, Gartner Tokyo and the Hong Kong Institute of Bankers, consistently leave audiences inspired and informed. Organisations engage him for his ability to distil complex cyber challenges into clear, actionable strategies that empower leaders to strengthen resilience and foster innovation.