
Richard Starnes
Professional Background
Mr Richard Starnes is deeply dedicated to education, mentorship, and strengthening the broader cybersecurity community. He actively contributes as a Liveryman in the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists (WCIT), where he serves as the Chair for the Security Panel. He also serves as a Non-Executive Director for the Cyber Resilience Centre for London, providing vital support to small businesses, and as a School Governor for Lenham School, offering strategic guidance. He is passionate about developing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals, a commitment demonstrated by his work as a frequent guest lecturer at prestigious institutions including the University of Oxford, Internet Institute, Global Cyber Security Capacity Centre (GCSCC), Saïd Business School, and the London School of Economics. He holds a Master of Science in Information Security from Royal Holloway, University of London and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
