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SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES

CLOUD SECURITY STRATEGIES – SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES-  NOVEMBER 12, 2025

 

Johnny Burton, Vice President of IT and Security Officer, The Family Institute at Northwestern University

I have fourteen (14) years of IT experience, a Bachelor’s degree, CISSP certified and have been focusing on Network and Cybersecurity for the past eight (8) years. My expertise includes managing secure network infrastructure, conducting risk assessments, and creating security policies. I lead teams to build security strategies from scratch, following cybersecurity frameworks and best practices. I implement processes to reduce attack surfaces and manage risks, which have proven effective in safeguarding sensitive data. I have worn several hats within my role and experience with cross-functional/cross-team communication. My team relies on me for guidance as the standard bearer for cybersecurity. I design secure cloud solutions that satisfy business requirements and adhere to regulations such as HIPAA and PCI. I worked quickly to understand the business and develop customized security solutions to protect the company’s most valuable assets.

I am a team leader and player motivated to work with a company that values innovation and security. I advocate for cybersecurity to be incorporated in the planning stage of every project and for SDLC to ensure a proactive and continuous approach to security.

As part of my commitment to mitigating potential threats, I prioritize attending tech summits and participating in cybersecurity clubs. Continuous learning and improvement are essential to enhance my cybersecurity skills and the profession and protect my company’s infrastructure.

 

 

Ryan Devlin, Director, Cloud Security, CNA

Bio to come!

 

 

Mouncef Elalamy, Director, Cloud and Data Center Infrastructure, HUB International Limited

Mouncef has over 20 years of experience in IT Infrastructure, Cloud, Data centers, Security and Operation at high growth companies such as Sidley Austin, Winston & Strawn, Blue Cross & Blue Shield, OfficeMax/Office Depot and is currently the Director of Cloud and Data Centers at HUB International leading 5 teams including Cloud Engineering, Infrastructure and Cloud Operation teams, M365 Services and Messaging, Database Services, and Backup and Disaster Recovery team. Mouncef has led many initiatives such as business process re-design, building and securing complex network infrastructures, migrating data centers, moving systems to the cloud, and more recently led efforts to modernize the Backup and DR for HUB International, a leading full-service global insurance broker providing property and casualty, life and health, employee benefits, investment and risk management products and services.

 

 

Sunil Gottumukkala, CEO,  Averlon

Sunil Gottumukkala is a cybersecurity executive and engineer with deep expertise in securing operating systems and cloud-scale infrastructure. He is the co-founder and CEO of Averlon, an agentic AI platform that helps security teams surface, prioritize, and resolve cloud vulnerabilities at scale. Previously, he served as SVP of Cybersecurity at Salesforce, leading initiatives to protect the company’s global cloud infrastructure. Before that, he drove core operating system security programs at Microsoft, helping harden the Windows platform.Sunil combines deep technical acumen with executive leadership experience and holds an MS in Computer Science from NJIT and an MBA from the Wharton School.

 

 

Trent Ridgway, Head of IT, Infrastructure and Cloud, CISO,  Anson Industries

Trenton Ridgway is a seasoned Manager of Security and Infrastructure with over 20 years of experience spanning high finance, private equity, and the last decade in the construction industry. A CISSP-certified leader, always working towards aligning security and infrastructure strategies with business goals to drive innovation, resilience, and operational excellence.
He has led transformative initiatives such as migrating enterprise infrastructure to Azure IaaS and DaaS, implementing a comprehensive incident response program, and delivering measurable cost savings through strategic vendor partnerships. Strategies in reporting to teams, management, and executive leadership, providing cybersecurity KPIs, strategic insights, and actionable solutions that support business acceleration without compromising security.

With a philosophy rooted in incremental, enterprise-wide improvements, it helps achieve enterprise security that is executed seamlessly, empowering you, your coworkers, and your organization. I am passionate about sharing my vision and welcome opportunities to speak at conferences and collaborate with peers to help elevate themselves and, in the process, elevate their organizations.

 

Dov Thorner, Enterprise Sales Leader, iboss

Dov Thorner is an enterprise sales leader with iboss the complete Zero Trust SASE Platform. Dov has over 15 years of experience delivering a wide variety of technology solutions to organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies to start-ups. He has a proven track record of developing new business and cultivating long-term strategic relationships with organizations spanning a diverse range of industries including finance, technology, professional services, energy, healthcare and higher education. Dov has been involved in various startup initiatives, including serving as a Chapter Director for Startup Grind powered by Google, where he helped nurture startup ecosystems in Colorado and nationally. Dov is passionate about empowering businesses to transform their processes and achieve their goals through innovative solutions. A lifelong learner, Dov brings hard work, ideas, passion, positive and endless energy to every organization.