Carl de Prado has over 30 years of experience in the Cyber Security and Information Technology industries. In 2006 Carl started A2Z Business IT, a cyber security firm located 25 miles north of Manhattan serving the Metro New York Area.

Carl specializes in helping Clients keep their data secure in the financial sector with a focus on M&A, Private Banking, and Insurance.

One of the most exciting case studies was helping a client stop an internal embezzlement scheme that prevented over half a million dollars of loss.

Besides being a husband to Sophia (wife) and a father to Mackenzie (daughter) and Benjamin (son) Carl enjoys hiking and nature photography, crafts, and graphic novels based on art from 1950 to the 1970s.

The key to Carl’s success is he has dedicated his life to making sure his client’s environments are protected and functioning properly. Carl takes pride in the care that is unparalleled in the industry. Carl makes it easier for his clients to sleep at night knowing that their data is secure, their company's image is impeccable, and their team is effective and stays loyal.

If you would like to learn more about how Carl can help your company feel free to book a call at booking.a2zbusinessit.com for a free cyber review.

From an early age Dean had always had a keen interest in computers and technology. He could often be found dismantling his parents’ old computers to find out how they worked, putting them back together and getting then to work in all sorts of weird ways. After getting numerous secondary and tertiary qualifications, he got a job with a local IT business in Dunsborough. He then spent the next 10 years increasing his knowledge, honing his skills and learning new skills in business and IT infrastructure.

In 2016 Dean stepped outside of his comfort zone to start his own company, Elliotts Tech. The primary goal of Dean’s new venture was to manage businesses’ total IT needs. As cyber threats have been steadily increasing and attacks are becoming significantly more common, and devastating, protecting Elliotts Tech’s customers from these threats has become a priority focus for Dean and his team. Now most days are now spent researching risks, cyber protections and the ever-changing business IT best practices. Dean and his expertly qualified technicians then distil this down into byte-size information that is relevant, pertinent and can be easily understood by their clients.

As a partner, father and owner of a growing business, Dean’s free time is at a premium. Where possible, he does enjoy spending time participating in charity car rallies, camping, and getting out bush with his motorbike or 4x4.

Website: https://elliotts.tech

Email: Dean@elliotts.tech

Phone: 08 9756 7273

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dean-elliotts-tech

Facebook: https://facebook.com/elliottstech

Tom Woolley is a tech-obsessed accountant gone serial entrepreneur. After graduating with his MBA in Accounting from Columbia and over 15 years in corporate finance technology for pharmaceuticals and oil and gas, Tom established Today CFO during the early days of the cloud accounting trend.

In 2019, Today CFO made a dramatic shift from working entirely in the traditional office environment to working remotely which presented a new set of unique challenges. Securing client data while allowing employees to work remote is a huge challenge for the financial industry.

Finding and implementing the right solution for his own firm and clients revealed a huge gap in expectation versus reality for accounting firm owners. What started as an immediate critical need quickly became an obsession that ignited a passion for internet security that led to the creation of Today Cybersecurity. A firm established with the mission of securing online financial firms and their clients from online predators with the right technology and training without the need for massive enterprise infrastructure or expensive IT staff.

Tom now spends his time spreading awareness on how important cybersecurity is to protect your firm and client data from falling into hackers' hands. How firms can reduce costs while meeting their legal obligations. Why skipping due diligence can result in a cyber-attack that destroys your reputation and causes over 90% of firms to close their doors in less than 3 months.

Woodrow Cannon is a computer extraordinaire. He grew up with computers and was programming from the age of 8 and just understands how they operate. After graduating from a fledgling IT program at the University of Alabama in 1994, he worked in the field from 1994 to 2001. He started Thought Streams, Inc. in 2001 in an effort to better utilize his knowledge. Since then he has helped countless companies maximize performance and improve security through more robust and efficient IT networking. Over the years he has been on the forefront of a rapidly expanding computer world. Recently he saw the necessity of enhanced cyber security and changed the focus of Thought Streams to include this growing need in an internet connected world.

These days he spends his time much like Superman. By day he defends the weak and weary against the evils of cyber shenanigans. By night, he reads sci-fi novels to his 2 daughters and often enjoys a cocktail on the porch with his wife and neighbors. Instead of leaping tall buildings, he hurdles Legos and dog toys. He lives outside of Atlanta in Peachtree City, Georgia and can be reached at wcannon@thoughtstreams.com

Matthew Jay is the Chief Operating Officer at PC Techware, Inc., a systems integration company specializing in Cyber Security and Risk Management. Some may think 5 years in an industry isn’t enough to have stakes in a book like this. But, in an industry that is experiencing a drastic transformation driven by cybercrime that’s grown 10 to 12 times within a 12-month period, 5 years is enough time for some products to see its birth and obsolescence.

Matthew is no stranger to harnessing disruptive technologies and understands the importance of driving forward to anticipate new problems instead of admiring what’s in the rearview mirror. Matthew enjoys sharing his insights on today’s cyber threat landscape to small business owners, professional groups, and local chamber members to create a smarter and more aware workforce. His expertise is rounded out by a close network of family and friends operating in similar technology firms that support small businesses all the way up to the United States Army and Navy.

Matthew has been the humble recipient of a few professional mentors over the course of his career, who have contributed to his leadership skillset, deep experience in lean manufacturing operations, business development of an e-commerce platform, and technology sales within a $22 billion international corporation. In turn, Matthew is passionate about mentoring high school and college students by giving them insight and inspiration as they transition from bookbag to briefcase.

Troy Solis, founder, and President of SOL-I.S. Technology Solutions started his career in technology as a radar and radio electronics technician in the US Navy. After eight years of service, he joined the medical device industry, where his talent for technology advanced him from electronics technician to roles in IT management and consulting. After a decade in staff positions, while consulting as a side business, he launched SOL-I.S. Technology Solutions in 2009. The company started as an IT Managed Services Provider (MSP) and then pivoted the service offerings to Cybersecurity Solutions Provider in 2019.

Visit our website at www.sol-is.com

For over two decades, Claude Louis has been in the technology industry, initially focusing efforts on break-fix services and evolving over time into managed services, VoIP services, web design, and consulting. The name of his company, Dot Calm, assists small and medium businesses from across the country in how to use technology to reach their business goals by minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity. As CEO, Claude employs principles of servant leadership, believing firmly in the impact of empowering and developing people. He embodies the philosophy of work not feeling like work when one is passionate about the work. His love for technology blended with the desire to help others has proved a mutually beneficial working relationship between Dot Calm and the over 6,000+ clients they have had the pleasure to work with. After receiving a number of certifications from CompTIA, Dell, and HP, Claude has spent the last 10 years utilizing his knowledge and experience to help develop and grow aspiring technicians new to the industry who need both exposure and experience. Between his work ethic and natural disposition to want to help others, Claude would be the first to tell you that service is in his DNA. This has been displayed not only in his current business operations, but also in his former position as a Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician for the Baton Rouge Fire Department, where he received certifications, commendations, and life changing experiences after nearly a decade of service.

When Claude isn’t saving the world one computer or network at a time, he is passionate about spending time with two children, Cesare and Lyric. He also can often be found on a pair of roller skates or rollerblades in a host of venues across the country. He enjoys cooking (and especially eating, of course) as well as traveling. Claude also manages a real estate portfolio and aspires for a commercial pilot’s license. Claude currently resides in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Dan Di Fulvio is the Founder and CEO of HERO Managed Services, and veteran of providing technology management and support for over 20 years. Dan is the key driving force behind a business dedicated to providing unmatched customer service and technology solutions for SMB clients through the Tampa Bay area. Dan’s success stems not only from extensive industry expertise and passion for technology, but from the ability to understand and meet the needs his customers, and to establish long-term relationships based on trust, dedication, and dependability.

HERO is an IT Services and Cloud Computing Provider located in Clearwater Florida focused on providing unmatched customer service and technology solutions for SMB clients through the US. HERO’s cost-effective IT solutions are custom designed to deliver our customers a secure and dependable technology environment, 24x7 access to qualified support professionals, highest-quality customer service, and guaranteed piece of mind that they no longer have to worry about IT.

Visit our website at https://www.heromanaged.com and inquire about a cybersecurity assessment or to submit your contact information to have a quick chat about how we can help your business continue to grow.

Mike has over 20 years’ experience providing IT and cybersecurity consulting services to organizations across multiple industries including financial institutions, medical providers, accounting firms, and small businesses.

Mike is a frequent speaker on cybersecurity and IT assurance topics to university students, industry organizations, and local, state, and national conferences. He has a passion for educating users on the importance of cybersecurity in their everyday life.

Mike earned his Bachelor of Accountancy and Master of Accountancy, both with an emphasis in information systems, from the University of Mississippi. He is a Certified Public Accountant* in Mississippi and Tennessee and a Certified Information Technology Professional. Mike’s lifelong passion for technology has led him to focus his practice on IT and cybersecurity at STG.

In 2016, Mike was recognized by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) as one of the top technology assurance professionals under the age of 40. He is a member of the AICPA, IIA, and ISACA.

Patrick Haxton is the CEO and Owner of Preferred Computer Services based in Huntsville Alabama. Preferred Computer Services has been in business since 1991 and provides solutions for businesses to improve their cybersecurity posture through consulting and solution integrations. Business owners should focus on growing their business and not have to worry about the technology aspect. That is where PCS comes in. Things are constantly changing in the world today, especially in the area of Cyber. Cybercrime is way up and continues to go up every day. Everyone thinks today’s hacker is someone in a hoodie sitting in a basement. The reality is that in today’s world, there are companies dedicated to hacking that include sales departments, marketing departments, and even 24/7 tech support. Their goal is to trick you into giving them your personal information or even transferring money to them. Patrick has over 16 years of experience in the IT industry and focuses on helping businesses and their owners understand that today’s risk is real, it is high, but it is also addressable. Businesses are having to close their doors every day due to cybercrime. Don’t let your business become a statistic.

Logan is a native of Columbus, Ohio, and currently resides there. Logan founded Tabernacle Technology Solutions in June of 2018 with a passion for great customer service interactions and assisting small businesses. Logan advises small to medium-sized businesses on ways to manage risk in order to proactively protect their bottom lines from cyber-attacks. Logan enjoys reading fiction and playing with his young daughter in his spare time.

Contact Logan Edmonds at:

Website: https://tabernacle.tech

Email: information@tabernacle.tech

Phone: 614-412-2455

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tabernaclecrs/

Larry Reger is an IT & Cybersecurity professional with 20+ years of experience in the IT & Cybersecurity field. Larry is the founder and CEO of LD3 Technology, a managed services provider that helps small & medium businesses in Texas manage their IT and mitigate their risk with Cybersecurity solutions. Larry has earned many certifications over the course of his career and has helped LD3 Technology receive and keep multiple industry partnerships with Microsoft and Cisco.

Growing up in South Texas, Larry would go to work with his father and learn to take care of the campus networks. His love for Technology & Networking grew quickly as he continued to spend time with his father building workstations, troubleshooting issues and learning a deep understanding of all things technology. This led him to a professional degree and a desire to help businesses secure and maintain IT infrastructures. Larry spent the last eleven years developing his business to serve companies as small as 5 users up to over 250 users Statewide. He calls San Antonio, TX home.