Professional Speaking
Unlock Insights and Inspire Change
Our founder, Mark Cross, delivers a range of dynamic keynotes and masterclasses designed to empower change professionals, business analysts, and cybersecurity teams. Each talk is crafted to provide not just thought leadership, but actionable insights that bridge the gap between technology and transformation.
He has presented at conferences around the world including:
The IRM Business Analysis Europe Conference in London (2020, 2023, 2024 and 2025).
The Building Business Capability Conference in Orlando, Florida (2024)
BA & Beyond Conference in Antwerp, Belgium (2025)
The IRM Business Change and Transformation Conference in London (2025)
The AISA Annual Cybersecurity Conference in Melbourne, Australia (2025)
The Festival of Business Analysis in Melbourne, Australia (2025)
Here are just a few of the topics Mark brings to life on stage:
The Fish Tank That Owned a Casino
Dive into the world of emerging cyber threats and discover what change professionals can do to stay ahead. This keynote explores real-world scenarios (like the infamous fish tank hack) and offers strategies for safeguarding organizations.
Secrets, Lies, and the Rise of the Quantum BA
Prepare your organization for a post-quantum world. This talk examines the role of business analysts in navigating quantum advancements and how to build quantum-readiness into your change initiatives.
Bad Robot 2.0
Explore the risks of malicious AI and the misuse of artificial intelligence. In this three-part keynote, Mark covers how to recognize and mitigate AI threats, from unethical use and bad actors to misinformation and fraud.
A Tale of Fire and AIs
This talk examines our enduring quest to master innovation, using the rapidly developing field of AI to illustrate these timeless themes. It explores how we can learn to turn innovation into a force for progress rather than harm so that we may harness the opportunities that it presents without being burned in the process.
The Secrets of Cyber Synergy
Learn how to foster collaboration between cybersecurity and change teams. This session focuses on building trust, improving communication, and achieving better project outcomes through cyber-awareness.
Superconnections
Master the art of effective knowledge management and data visualization. In this talk, Mark shares how to transform information into actionable insights, helping teams see patterns and drive informed decisions.
Analysis on the Spectrum
Discover the value of neurodiversity in change teams. Mark explores how embracing different cognitive styles can lead to more innovative problem-solving and stronger team dynamics.
Many of these keynotes are also available as interactive workshops, allowing teams to dive deeper into the subject matter and apply these insights directly to their own projects.
Invite Mark to speak at your next event and give your team the tools to turn challenges into opportunities.