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Piers Linney is a highly respected figure in the world of cyber security and technology, known for his strategic insight and commitment to innovation. With a professional background in law, investment banking, and fund management, Piers has built an impressive career that spans entrepreneurship, executive leadership, and advisory roles. Best known to the public as an investor on BBC’s “Dragons’ Den” and Channel 4’s “The Secret Millionaire”, his influence runs far deeper than television. Piers has championed entrepreneurship, technology, and small business growth, making him a sought-after voice in the cyber security space. His personal experience as a founder and investor in technology-led ventures gives him a unique, practical understanding of the cyber security challenges facing modern businesses.
Throughout his career, Piers has demonstrated a remarkable ability to navigate complex industries and drive technological advancement. As Co-CEO of Outsourcery, a pioneering cloud-based IT business, he helped lead the charge in cloud computing—an essential pillar of modern cyber security. He has also served as a non-executive Director of the British Business Bank, playing a critical role in facilitating over £90 billion in financing to support UK businesses, including during the Covid-19 pandemic. His role as a founding member of the UK’s Cloud Industry Forum governance board further underscores his dedication to shaping the future of secure cloud infrastructure.
Piers’ achievements have been recognised with numerous awards and accolades. He was named one of the top 100 most influential Black Britons and has appeared in the Financial Times EMpower top 100 list of Ethnic Minority Executives. In 2024, he was awarded ‘Diversity Champion of the Year’ at the European Diversity Awards for his work with Sky’s Diversity Advisory Council, where he advises on inclusive business practices in the tech and cyber sectors. His investment in Wonderbly, which delivered a 40x return, remains the most successful exit in “Dragons’ Den” history—demonstrating his keen eye for scalable, tech-driven enterprises.
An inspiring and knowledgeable speaker, Piers Linney offers audiences unrivalled insight into cyber security, technology trends, and the future of digital innovation. He empowers organisations to navigate the evolving digital landscape, from AI adoption to cyber risk management. To secure Piers Linney for your next event, contact The Cyber Security Speakers Agency today.
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“An amazing person and speaker. So popular that we ran out of headphones and space on our exhibition stand! It was an incredible sight.”
“Piers was invited to speak at our conference. The focus of his content was AI, providing an overview of its current capabilities and how they might evolve over the next few years.The subject area was incredibly current for our business, uncovering a thirst for more insight across the audience. Piers had a deep knowledge of AI, answering surprisingly advanced questions with ease, his delivery was engaging and held the audience right to the end.”
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