Richard William Bird is the Chief Security Officer at Singulr AI, where he leads security strategy at the intersection of artificial intelligence, digital trust, and data governance. With more than 30 years of experience across both corporate and startup environments, including over a decade at JPMorgan Chase, Richard has served in six C-level roles, bringing a rare combination of enterprise discipline and company-building leadership.
He is internationally recognized for his work and commentary in AI security, identity and access management, digital consumer rights, and API security. His clear, pragmatic perspective has made him a trusted voice on global keynote stages and in media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, CNN, Business Insider, NBC Nightly News, and Dark Reading.
Richard is a Senior Fellow at the CyberTheory Zero Trust Institute and an executive member of CyberEdBoard, where he helps shape thought leadership on the future of cybersecurity and digital policy. Known for his ability to demystify complex security challenges, he is a frequent keynote speaker and moderator who brings a combination of technical insight, strategic clarity, and approachability to audiences worldwide.
Richard is the author of Famous With 12 People, a practical and often humorous guide to building expertise, credibility, and personal brand in niche.
