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Renata Spinks-McNeal

EXPERT ON:

◉ Entrepreneurship & Innovation
◉ Decision-Making & Emotional Intelligence
◉ Motivation & Mindset
◉ Leadership Development
◉ Inspirational Life Story

EXPERIENCE:

Senior Cybersecurity Executive & Former Federal CISO — Former Cyber Technology Officer and Deputy CIO for the U.S. Marine Corps, leading enterprise modernization and zero-trust cyber defense for mission-critical national assets.

Global Cyber Defense Strategist — Two decades of leadership across DHS, Department of State, U.S. Treasury, and Marine Forces Cyber Command shaping digital transformation and operational resilience.

Influential Author & Keynote Speaker — Trusted thought leader who equips organizations to lead boldly through cyber risk, innovation, and change with clarity, confidence, and real-world expertise.

About Renata Spinks-McNeal

Renata Spinks McNeal is an internationally recognized cybersecurity executive, transformational technology strategist, and published author whose career spans more than two decades of service, innovation, and mission driven leadership. As Executive Chief of CyberSec International and former CISO, Deputy CIO and Cyber Technology Officer for the United States Marine Corps, she has shaped enterprise modernization across federal agencies, architected emergent tech adoption with zero trust frameworks, and led global cyber defense operations protecting some of the nation’s most critical assets.

Her federal tenure includes roles at the DHS-ICE, and the Department of State, US Treasury Internal Revenue Service, US Treasury Departmental Offices and U.S. Marine Forces Cyber & Space Command.

Renata is a go to thought leader, respected educator and curriculum developer; creating cyber training programs and talent pipelines that prepare the next generation of digital age defenders.

A dynamic and sought after keynote speaker, Renata delivers compelling talks on leadership, cyber resilience, digital transformation, and the empowerment of leaders in technology. Her signature speaking style blends strategic clarity with real world experience, inspiring audiences to lead boldly, innovate responsibly, and build organizations capable of thriving in an era of constant change.

As a published author, Renata’s work champions confidence, purpose, and personal transformation — extending her influence beyond the boardroom and into communities seeking growth, resilience, and authentic leadership. Her career reflects an unwavering commitment to national security, technological excellence, and elevating voices that will shape the future.

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