As a passionate cyber security and technology strategist and thought leader, I help companies and sales teams succeed by having customer conversations they can't have on their own. I regularly help sales teams close $75M–$150M by focusing on customer needs. I’m a proactive advocate for clients and collaborate with CROs, Sales VPs, CCOs, and CMOs on GTM strategy. I’m known for delivering high-quality presentations and teaching best-in-class security workshops. I quickly establish trusted partnerships with people at all levels, from C-suite to staff, and novices to experts. I’m respected by the cyber security community, a sought-after highly rated keynote speaker and accomplished podcast host and guest.There is a magic to having someone like me come in to have the trusted advisor conversation that every company aspires to have with their customers. With extensive experience, I can take the conversation further and discuss what the client really needs to mature their overall security program – beyond the scope of my company’s product. The outcome is successful customers who trust me, and my org, to help them with their overall security program, not just a point solution.Co-founder of Hack for Kids, a NFP dedicated to teaching kids about internet safety, security, and ethics. Serving on the board of ISSA-Chicago for 10+ years. Sectors: Technology, Financial, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Pharma, Transportation, IT, Retail, Travel, Leisure, Media---NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS---• Influenced an average of $110M per year by mentoring and partnering with sales.• 2023 Panel Guest, Trending cyberattacks on hospitals, Panel Interview WTTW/Chicago PBS • Launched and co-hosted weekly video podcast, The Threat Show, to attract, inform, and educate cyber security leaders and professionals at mid-market enterprises on emerging security threats.• Spearheaded collaboration with SANS Holiday Hack Challenge, boosting Splunk's visibility and credibility, while securing $5M in free publicity over 4 years.• Recognized as 2019 All-Star by Splunk AVP of Sales, Canada.• Work alongside CTO, Customer Success, and Marketing to advocate for clients representing VOC.• Pragmatic, passionate presenter, keynote speaker, and trainer on security strategies, technologies, and techniques at 50+ global cybersecurity conferences and events.---CORE SKILLS---Cyber Security StrategistSales Success EnablerTrusted Client AdvisorDistinguished/Fellow Sales EngineerSecurity Roadmap & ArchitectureData & Cloud SecurityGTM StrategyThought LeadershipGRCCustomer AdvocateC-suite Partner