Chief Information Security Officer & Cybersecurity Executive; Co-Founder of CelsusBit; AI Risk, Secure SDLC and Enterprise Security Strategist
Zechariah Akinpelu Biography
Zechariah Akinpelu is a seasoned cybersecurity executive and chief information security officer with more than 15 years of experience leading enterprise security strategy, risk management and digital transformation across financial services and global organizations. Akinpelu is the co-founder of CelsusBit, where he advises organizations on secure SDLC, cloud security, AI risk and governance frameworks including NIST and ISO 27001. His expertise spans threat modeling, DevSecOps and building resilient, secure-by-design architectures.
Akinpelu is a sought-after speaker and thought leader who delivers practical, boardroom-relevant insights that translate complex cybersecurity and AI risks into actionable business strategies. He has spoken at industry events and executive forums, engaging leaders on emerging threats, zero trust and AI security. Akinpelu holds multiple certifications, including CISM, CRISC and CEH, a master's degree in cybersecurity and an MBA. He also serves as an adjunct professor, contributing to the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
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Zechariah Akinpelu Speaking Topics
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Cybersecurity in the Boardroom: Turning Risk into Business Strategy
Cybersecurity is no longer an IT issue, it is a business survival issue. This keynote equips executives with a practical framework to translate cyber risk into financial, operational, and reputational impact. Zechariah Akinpelu breaks down how boards can drive accountability, prioritize investments, and build resilient organizations. Attendees will learn how to align security with business goals, communicate risk effectively, and make faster, better decisions in a high-threat environment.
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Securing AI: Managing Risk in the Age of Intelligent Systems
AI is transforming business, but also expanding the attack surface. This session explores real-world risks including prompt injection, data leakage, and over-permissioned AI agents. Zechariah Akinpelu provides a practical roadmap for securing AI systems, from governance and architecture to runtime controls. Leaders will leave with actionable strategies to safely deploy AI while maintaining trust, compliance, and competitive advantage.
Zechariah Akinpelu Videos
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Zechariah Akinpelu is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Artificial Intelligence, Business Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Crisis Management, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Disruptive Thinking, Finance, FinTech, Resilience, Security & Defense, Strategic Leadership, Thought Leadership -
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Zechariah Akinpelu is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Cybersecurity in the Boardroom: Turning Risk into Business Strategy, Securing AI: Managing Risk in the Age of Intelligent Systems, Zero Trust in Practice: From Strategy to Execution, Secure by Design: Embedding Security into the Digital Transformation Journey and From Breach to Resilience: Building a Cyber-Ready Organization. The estimated speaking fee range to book Zechariah Akinpelu for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Zechariah Akinpelu generally travels from Dallas, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Anita Lynch, Sharon Gai, Jim Harris, Scott Klososky and Lydia Barron. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Zechariah Akinpelu for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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