Aug 2024 – Present · 1 yr 10 mos

• Advise Dataminr's executive team on go-to-market strategy and trust-building with government and public sector clients, drawing on 30+ years of experience navigating high-stakes federal environments. Provide board-level guidance on risk posture, regulatory relationships, and the leadership decisions that determine whether critical infrastructure clients adopt or walk away.

Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 5 mos

• Apogee Global RMS: Your Trusted Partner in Risk Management Solutions
• We empower small and mid-sized businesses to navigate growth with confidence. Our expertise spans Strategic Management Consulting, Leadership Development, and Specialized IT & Cybersecurity Talent Acquisition. By optimizing people, processes, and technology, we help you manage risks proactively and drive sustainable success.

May 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

• A collective of angel investors that invests intellectual, social and financial capital in early-stage startups.

Aug 2021 – Jun 2025 · 3 yrs 10 mos · Sunnyvale, California, United States

• As a strategic advisor for Google Cloud's Office of the CISO, I serve as a key industry evangelist, focusing on cybersecurity, digital transformation, and risk management. My role involves guiding major accounts through complex security landscapes, helping them harness the power of cloud computing while effectively managing risks and pioneering secure digital innovation.

Jun 2019 – Jul 2021 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Santa Clara, CA

• Enhance client relationships through strategic engagement and advisory services as a Cybersecurity Strategic Advisor for Palo Alto Networks. Provide cybersecurity thought leadership & evangelism on the cyber threat landscape, emerging threats & the digital transformation of our customers.

Jun 1997 – May 2019 · 21 yrs 11 mos · San Francisco Bay Area

• Retired Federal Law Enforcement Executive with a distinguished 22-year career as a Special Agent in one of the world's most esteemed law enforcement and domestic intelligence agencies. My extensive background spans a wide range of critical areas including Cyber Security, Counter-Terrorism (both domestic and international), Public Corruption, Organized Crime, Hate Crimes, Violent Crimes, Human Intelligence (HUMINT), and crisis response and management. This diverse expertise underscores a profound commitment to national security and public safety, leveraging deep investigative and leadership skills in high-stakes environments.

Jan 1992 – Jan 1997 · 5 yrs · MCAS Miramar/MCAS El Toro

• Leader of U.S. Marines. Specifically served in an Assistant Director capacity for a multi-faceted logistical operation serving a unit comprised of more than 3,000 Marines and over 80 high-performance jet aircraft. Direct leadership responsibility for over 25 Marines.
• Planned and executed the movements, resource and supply requirements for multiple unit deployments.
• Navy Commendation Medal for sustained outstanding service.
• Meritorious Service Medal for significant contributions during service to country.