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Jack Barsky

Jack Barsky

Ex KGB sleeper agent

Expert on security, espionage, KGB, Cold War, entertainment

Fee: Please inquire

"Jack’s presentation was riveting from the very start. His story compels and inspires. A must-see session and a must-meet gentleman, Jack will have you in laughter and tears, all in just one hour."
Miri RodriguesHead of Global Internship Program, Microsoft

Areas of Expertise

Jack is available for both consulting and speaking engagements, with notable expertise in the following areas:

  • Performance improvement, sales
  • Intelligence, clandestine operations
  • Collaboration, communication
  • Cyber security, technology
  • Inspiring, motivating
  • Leadership, strategy, vision
  • Political issues, international business
  • Media, entertainment

Jack's Background

Jack Barsky’s extraordinary life began in his birthplace, Germany, where he became a chemistry professor and was eventually recruited by the KGB. Barsky spent 10 years in the United States spying for the Russians, and after exposure, he served as a resource for U.S. counterintelligence. Barsky was able to remain in the country, and eventually became a United States citizen, an information technology executive, and a public speaker.

Barsky’s story was featured in May of 2015 on CBS' 60 Minutes (video below). His memoir “Deep Undercover” was released in March of 2017.

In his now 6th career, Barsky is a compelling SPYEX speaker and has made appearances all over the United States as well as in Germany, Ireland and Poland. Barsky tells prospective clients, "When I am presenting nobody checks their cellphones."

Presentation Examples

  • History of the KGB and my story: Childhood, recruitment, training, operations in New York, separation from the KGB, discovery by the FBI, my return to Germany

Partnership Examples

  • Microsoft
  • AT&T
  • Allen Morris Inc.
  • University of North Georgia

Listen to Jack featured in SPYSCAPE's hit podcast, True Spies

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Testimonials

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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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