Gregory Richardson

Network Security Lead 1337 Networks, Inc.

  • Charlotte, North Carolina Area NC

Gregory Richardson: Cyber Security Expert

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Biography

Gregory Richardson is the Caribbean's leading expert on cyber security and is a sought-after conference speaker and adviser to Caribbean governments and institutions.
In 2012, he was a panelist for the Organisation of American States' (OAS) workshop on Cyber Security and Cyber Crime in the Caribbean, where he discussed the threats and trends in the region.
His conversation-style presentations have allowed him to speak in conferences and seminars from Columbia to Montserrat. He continues to advocate for increased internet governance across the region and also provides practical steps that small businesses as well as governments can make to protect their digital assets.
The entrepreneur has been a steady presence at the Caribbean Telecommunication's Union (CTU) ICT Roadshows and CaribNOG forums around the Caribbean since 2010. He enjoys sharing his passion and lessons learned from running his own companies to new business owners and perspective entrepreneurs.
Now based in the USA, Gregory advises financial institutions and governments on establishing secure cyber networks and designing legislation to thwart cyber criminals.

Industry Expertise

Computer/Network Security
Computer Networking

Areas of Expertise

Web Development
Security
Network Security

Accomplishments

Interview with FOX Charlotte on Privacy Concerns

2013-04-29

Story link with video interview
http://www.wccbcharlotte.com/news/top-stories/Privacy-Concerns-Over-Cybersecurity-Law-149443755.html

Interview with FOX Charlotte on Protective Gear for Wireless Devices

2011-12-28

Links to story and news segment.
http://www.wccbcharlotte.com/news/crime/Protective-Gear-For-Wireless-Devices-Cant-Stop-CyberCrime-136295358.html

Investigative report with ABC Charlotte on password hacking

2013-04-25

Story link with video. http://www.wsoctv.com/news/news/special-reports/9-investigates-hacking-becoming-growing-issue-onli/nXXkp/

Education

Oral Roberts University

1990

Milton Peters College

HS

Mathematical & science

1987

Regina Primary School

High School

Testimonials

Supervisory Special Agent, Video Surveillance Unit

http://www.fbi.gov

Federal Bureau of Investigation

For reference please contact Jose Orench directly at (703)985-6509

Secretary General

http://www.ctu.int

Caribbean Telecommunication Union

Mr. Gregory Richardson has been a partner of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) since 2009, when he participated in the CTU’s Caribbean ICT Roadshow, an initiative designed
to raise awareness and educate on the effective use of information and communication technologies (ICT).
Since then, Mr. Richardson has consistently supported the CTU in its programmes to educate officials of its member Governments and other Caribbean ICT stakeholders on the subject of
network security and protection of digital assets.

Event Appearances

Penetration Testing 101: Practical tools and techniques for the network administrator

CaribNOG 4th Regional Meeting   Grenada

2012-11-23

Cyber crime in the Caribbean

Caribbean Internet Governance Forum (CIGF) i  St. Lucia

2012-08-29

Threats and trends of cyber security in the Caribbean

OAS Workshop on Cyber Security and Cyber Crime in the Caribbean  Miami, Florida

2012-08-22

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Sample Talks

Threats and trends of cyber security in the Caribbean

Using real world examples Gregory builds a case for why Caribbean governments and institutions can no longer pretend cyber crime and heightened cyber security are not a priority.

*Case studies from Government, banking, and telecommunications are used.

Style

Availability

  • Keynote
  • Moderator
  • Panelist
  • Workshop Leader
  • Corporate Training

Fees

$0 to $4500*Will consider certain engagements for no fee
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