John Iannarelli was an FBI Special Agent for more than 20 years, during which time he served as the FBI’s National Spokesperson, was a member of the FBI Cyber Division Executive staff, was on the FBI SWAT team, and was an Assistant Special Agent in Charge overseeing all Criminal, Cyber, and Counter Intelligence Investigations.

John participated in many extensive investigations, including:

During his FBI tenure, John received the FBI Director’s Distinguished Service Award, for which he was selected from the ranks of the Bureau’s 35,000 employees. John is also the recipient of an Honorary Doctor of Computer Science in recognition of his contributions to the field of cyber investigations.

A former San Diego Police Officer and a graduate of the University of San Diego School of Law, including international studies at Oxford, England, John is an attorney admitted to the practice of law in California, Maryland, and Washington, DC. John was also an NFL Security Representative responsible for ensuring public safety throughout the football season and the Super Bowl.

John is the author of several books about his time in the FBI, cybersecurity, terrorism prevention, leadership & business, and more.
A frequent on-air law enforcement contributor for the national news media, John is an NSA Certified Speaking Professional (CSP®) who presents on safety and security topics in both the cyber and physical worlds.

He shares his extensive experience through intriguing storytelling and his unique sense of humor, ensuring audiences are informed and entertained. John has presented to Fortune 500 companies, domestic and international audiences, the United Nations, and even at the Vatican, where he met personally with Pope Francis, sharing his insights and recommendations.