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Matt Devost

Renowned hacker & cybersecurity leader

MEET MATT

The world's elite intelligence agencies know how to get the best from people. Our training programs build upon the expertise of those agencies to help our clients to attract, inspire and retain top talent — a unique and exciting opportunity for staff at every level.

Our professionals include a former FBI Interrogation Instructor, CIA Clandestine Training Instructor, INSCOM Infosec Specialist, CIA Leadership Development Lecturer and a Head of Training at British Intelligence.

They bring results driven methods and practices previously unavailable to the private sector. Whatever your business objective, SPYEX trainers have an effective solution to help get your team across the finish line in true "failure is not an option" fashion.

"Incorporating her deep experience running cloak and dagger espionage operations in war zones and protecting U.S. critical infrastructure, Delaney delivers highly organized presentations and comprehensive training curriculum using the best cybersecurity practices."

Daniel Hoffman
Ex senior executive Clandestine Services officer and station chief, CIA
on SPYEX trainer, Shawnee Delaney

WHY SPYEX TRAINING?

  • EFFECTIVE: Operate smarter, better, faster
  • ELITE: Attract, reward, and retain high-quality talent
  • PRUDENT: Protect and safeguard IP, data and people
  • IMPACTFUL: Increase sales, grow your bottom line

Popular courses: insider threat, social engineering, deception detection, bias and better decisions and crisis management.

FEATURED TRAINERS

Bob Dougherty

Bob Dougherty

Former CIA undercover operations officer and current classified training instructor, Bob Dougherty has translated real-world Intelligence and special ops concepts into actionable instruction that drives optimal leadership, vision, strategy, and sales success. This trainer of U.S. Army Green Berets, U.S. Navy SEALs, and of course CIA and Special Ops Forces personnel can transform, prepare and strengthen your teams using the same fundamental practices used in these "failure is not an option" environments.

Examples of SPYEX-exclusive experiences include:

  • Selling Like a World-Class Spy
  • Intelligence-Based Best Practices for the International Business Traveler
  • Operational Plan for Active Shooter / Workplace Violence
  • Turning Good Leaders into Great Leaders
Michele Rigby Assad

Michele Rigby Assad

This former undercover CIA officer's specialization in counterterrorism and counterintelligence brings a fresh and unique perspective to risk assessment and risk mitigation strategies for professionals working in the toughest environments.

An example of Michele's training expertise:

  • Transformative Sales Strategies - Lessons from Terrorists and Insurgents: Learn how this female operative was able to manage tricky operational relationships with terrorists and insurgents in order to gather life-saving information to stop terror attacks. Then learn how to apply the same skills to read and develop rapport with anyone - transform your liabilities into your greatest advantage!
Marc Polymeropoulos

Marc Polymeropoulos

Clocking 26 years at CIA before retiring at the Senior Intelligence Service level, Marc was one of CIA’s most highly decorated operations officers and was in charge of the agency’s clandestine operations in Europe and Eurasia. Marc has honed a unique leadership style based on nine core principles.

An example of Marc's popular training includes:

  • Finding Clarity in the Shadows - Clarity in Crisis: In this age of social media and the 24-hour news cycle, the consequences of mishandling a crisis can escalate quickly, resulting in irreparable damage to your reputation and bottom line. Learn to lead during times of crisis and thrive under conditions of ambiguity, rather than "message" your way out. Far from mere theory, Marc presents the unique mindset and strategies that he employed at CIA, and how you can translate them into successful crisis management.

SPYEX BOOKING

our experts

Experts from the world's top agencies and institutions — now available to boost your mission.

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DoDLena SiscoLena SiscoEx DoD interrogator & Naval intel officerExpert on interviewing, deception, leadership, change management, entertainment
CIAGina BennettGina BennettEx CIA senior analyst & advisorExpert on cognitive bias, gender equality, intelligence
CIADarrell BlockerDarrell BlockerEx CIA officer & station chiefExpert on security, risk, crisis management, diversity & inclusion, entertainment
CIAChristina HillsbergChristina HillsbergEx CIA intelligence officerExpert on women in espionage, intelligence tradecraft, parenting
KGBJack BarskyJack BarskyEx KGB sleeper agentExpert on security, espionage, KGB, Cold War, entertainment
DIAShawnee DelaneyShawnee DelaneyEx DIA clandestine case officerExpert on human / insider risk, cybersecurity, insider threat program development, counterintelligence, surveillance, artificial intelligence and leadership
CIANic McKinleyNic McKinleyEx CIA officer & USAF pararescuemanExpert on leadership, intelligence, conflict resolution, human trafficking
British IntelligenceJulian FisherJulian FisherBritish Intelligence ExpertExpert on espionage & WWII
CIAMichele Rigby AssadMichele Rigby AssadEx CIA undercover officerExpert on terrorism, sales, vetting, and inspiring audiences
MossadAvner AvrahamAvner AvrahamEx Mossad lieutenant colonelExpert on Mossad operations, Israeli law enforcement, entertainment

Testimonials

“For many of our attendees, Eric's presentation was the highlight. He was engaging, animated, charming and able to extract important and relevant business lessons from his experience with the FBI. I'd recommend him as a speaker at any corporate event.”
John FullerPresident & CEO, Johnny RocketsEx FBI counterintelligence operative, Eric O'Neill
“One of the most highly decorated CIA field operations officers of his generation... if people knew the work he has done in the shadows of the Middle East, Europe, and Russia, they would sleep easier at night.”
Michael MorellFormer Acting Director, CIAon Ex CIA intelligence service officer, Marc Polymeropoulos
“Bob is a dynamic, humorous individual and kept the audience spellbound...try to do everything you can to meet this exceptional man and hear his fantastic stories.”
Lois GlabChairman, Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Docent Associationon Ex FBI special agent and undercover operative, Bob Hamer
“Bradley's fascinating stories, actionable lessons and unique perspective captivate, motivate and inspire audiences.”
Bob DoughertyFormer undercover operations officer & instructor, CIAon Ex double agent and former member of Nelson Mandela's spy unit, Bradley Steyn
“Tyler is a charismatic presenter whose talents lie not only in his grasp of hard-to-find facts, but his creative analysis and compelling storytelling. What is more, his audiences take away a lesson learned, something to apply to their own lives.”
Barry ScheckLawyer & Co-Founder, The Innocence Projecton author & private investigator, Tyler Maroney
“I would recommend Michele as a speaker for any executive event, thought leadership session, female empowerment, leadership, etc. She truly is a catalyzer of incredible content and debate — her content is simply eye opening.”
Alice GrassetHead of Marketing, Israel and Emerging Markets, Salesforceon Ex CIA undercover officer, Michele Rigby Assad
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