Rory Cormac is a renowned Professor of International Relations, best known for specialising in Secret Intelligence and Covert Action. A talented professional, his expertise are admired worldwide and has led him to become the proud author of 5 publications. Having previously spoken at the Hay, Cheltenham, and Edinburgh Literary Festivals, Rory has become a must-see speaker for audiences of all ages and backgrounds. When looking to hire a passionate speaker for your event, look no further than Rory.
Having graduated from King’s College London with a Doctor of Philosophy, Rory began his professional career in 2011 as a Post-Doctorate Researcher at King’s College London. Recognising his passion for sharing his knowledge with others, Rory secured a position as a Teaching Fellow in Intelligence and Security. Admired throughout the industry, he has dedicated over 10 years of his career to the University of Warwick, educating the younger generation on a variety of important topics.
A leading authority in his field, Rory has become the proud author of 5 books, most recently, ‘How to Stage a Coup: And Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft’ in 2022. Alongside Richard J. Aldrich, he has researched and fronted three Channel 4 documentaries, including ‘Spying on the Royals’, ‘D-Day: The Kind who Fooled Hitler’, and ‘The Queen and the Coup’. Resected by a wide range of audiences, Rory has also gained the opportunity to regularly appear in national and international media outlets, including BBC Radio 4, BBC History Magazine, and NBC. With his expertise spanning a wide range of areas, his presence is treasured by professionals worldwide.
A well-regarded specialist, Rory Cormac is now highly sought-after to attend speaking engagements internationally to share his knowledge on topics such as covert action, secret intelligence, and The Royal Family. As a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, his illustrious career is admired by professionals throughout numerous industries. When looking to hire a passionate speaker for your event, do not hesitate in hiring Rory today!
Books
How To Stage A Coup: And Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft
The Secret Royals: Spying and the Crown, from Victoria to Diana
Spying and the Crown: The Secret Relationship Between British Intelligence and the Royals
How to hire Rory Cormac
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Rory Cormac's official speaking topics are listed below:
- Covert Action
- Secret Intelligence
- Prime Minister Intelligence
- The Royal Family Intelligence
- 2023 – Author of “Clown, Cloak and Dagger”
- 2022 – Author of “How to Stage a Coup”
- 2021 – Author of “The Secret Royals”
- 2018 – Author of “Disrupt and Deny”
- 2017 – His work was adapted into BBC Radio 4’s MI6’s Secret Slush Fund
- 2016 – Author of "The Black Door”
- 2013 – Author of “Spying on the World”
- 2013 – Author of “Confronting the Colonies”
- 2012 – Teaching Fellow in Intelligence & Security at the University of Warwick
- Professor of International Relations at the University of Nottingham
