Inspiring Change from the Stage
Ultimately, it’s about protecting the lives, dreams, and aspirations of the people I work with.
Cybersecurity isn’t just about systems — it’s about safeguarding what matters most.
Voices From The Audience
Testimonials
ABOUT DAVID
Cybersecurity that Connects.
Leadership that Inspires.
I'm a Security
Storyteller.
David is not a “tech talk” speaker. He is a security storyteller who blends over two decades of IT and leadership experience with a passion for human-centered security. His keynotes show leaders how to turn cybersecurity from a compliance burden into a competitive advantage — by engaging people, not just systems.
With over 20 years of experience, David advocates for a human-centered approach to digital trust by helping leaders build cultures of accountability and resilience.
Trusted Voice
A CISO and global speaker who bridges boardroom strategy with real-world security.
Recognized Impact
Frameworks that drive cultural change, reduce risk, and unlock business value.
Engaging Style
Dynamic, clear, and human—making complex topics inspiring and actionable.
From Systems to People: A Journey of Digital Trust
With roots in the Royal Air Force and senior leadership roles at SPIE Switzerland and DocMorris, David has spent over 20 years at the intersection of technology, leadership, and culture. As Group Director of Digital Trust and CISO, he led teams safeguarding billions in corporate value — but discovered along the way that technology alone cannot secure us. People can.
This conviction led him to found DavidMantock.com and step onto global stages, where he inspires leaders to shift from apathy to empathy, building cultures of accountability and resilience.
David Mantock
“Cybersecurity isn’t just about systems — it’s about safeguarding what matters most.”
Career Highligts
Group Director Digital Trust & CISO
DocMorris
Leading digital trust strategy across Europe’s largest e-pharmacy.
Chairperson
European Association of E-Pharmacies
Led EU cybersecurity and data protection efforts, advancing digital trust in e-pharmacy.
CISO
SPIE Switzerland
Driving security culture in a multinational engineering and services provider.
Head of Service Platform & Development
connectis AG
Scaling IT infrastructure and compliance.
Royal Air Force
Providing mission critical communications systems
Why David?
David speaks the language of both the boardroom and the engineer. He combines technical depth with human warmth. And he shows that empathy is not a weakness in security — it’s a force multiplier.
David speaks the language of both the boardroom and the engineer. He combines technical depth with human warmth. And he shows that empathy is not a weakness in security — it’s a force multiplier.
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