Owner:Blacktree LLC (Consulting / Small Business Investment)A proven leader in risk-based information security management, policy/regulatory compliance, and business continuity; including global and intercultural flexibility/responsiveness.A unique blend of high-profile corporate, military, and government experiences in leading operational risk management and business intelligence initiatives that best support business objectives.- Senior Vice President, Information Security Strategy & Architecture for Visa- Director, Information Security & IT Risk Management for Sears- Vice President, Information Security & Technology Risk Management for the Chicago Board of Trade- Information Security Liaison to financial regulatory agencies, Department of Homeland Security- CIO for Cryptologic Reserve Headquarters, United States Navy (Top Secret/SBI Clearance held)Advanced planning and people skills are especially noteworthy in handling major challenges involving IT transformation, disaster recovery, and crisis management.Specialties: An MBA, IT risk managment technologist who successfully drives forward practical, business-focused solutions. Demonstrated calm and effective Business Continuity leadership (e.g., 9/11 and Katrina). Consultancy and family business includes healthcare organizations.