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The First Female White House Chief Information Officer, Cybersecurity Expert, CEO & Founder of Fortalice Solutions

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  • Corporate Appearances
  • Speaking Engagements
  • Virtual Events
  • Moderated Q&A Sessions
  • Fireside Chats
  • Meet-And-Greets

Theresa Payton is a trailblazing cybersecurity expert, keynote speaker, and author, renowned as the first female White House Chief Information Officer (CIO) under President George W. Bush (2006–2008). As CEO and Founder of Fortalice Solutions, a top-tier cybersecurity consulting firm, and co-founder of Dark3, she advises Fortune 500 companies and government agencies on securing digital transformation, AI, and privacy.

A U.S. patent holder for security innovations, Payton authored “Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth” (2020), listed among The Guardian’s top 10 cybercrime books, and co-authored “Privacy in the Age of Big Data and Protecting Your Internet Identity” (2014). A frequent media guest on outlets like "The Today Show" and CNN, she starred as Deputy Commander of Intelligence on CBS’s “Hunted”. Named a “Top 50 Woman in Tech” (2021) and “Cybersecurity Crusader of the Year “(2020).

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Theresa Payton Appearance Fee & Speaker Booking Contact Info

Looking to book Theresa Payton for your next event? As a The First Female White House Chief Information Officer, Cybersecurity Expert, CEO & Founder of Fortalice Solutions, Theresa Payton brings a powerful story and engaging presence to corporate events, conferences, leadership programs, charity galas, and special appearances. The speaking fee for Theresa Payton typically falls within the $20,000 - $30,000 range, depending on factors such as event location, type, and duration. Speaker Booking Agency offers transparent pricing and will provide a detailed quote tailored to your event needs. To check availability, request a quote, or learn more about booking Theresa Payton, contact Speaker Booking Agency at 888-752-5831 or submit a booking request.