Alex Santos

Alex Santos is an established executive and entrepreneur with over twenty years of experience in cybersecurity and financial services.

As the co-founder and CEO of Fortress Information Security, Alex leads the company in protecting the supply chain from cyber attacks through data analytics and managed services.

Additionally, Alex serves as the CEO of Asset 2 Vendor Network (A2V), a cybersecurity joint venture dedicated to safeguarding critical infrastructure from cyber threats and fostering innovative security solutions.

Alex Santos is known for his technical, financial, and strategic acumen, global perspective, and commitment to continuous learning.

His leadership at Fortress and A2V involves shaping the vision, strategy, and day-to-day operations, resulting in revenue growth, customer base expansion, and the development of new products and strategic partnerships.

Under Alex's guidance, both Fortress and A2V have successfully secured contracts with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and critical infrastructure operators, gaining recognition and awards for their innovative solutions.

Alex Santos leverages his expertise in team leadership and financial management to drive the success and sustainability of these ventures.

In terms of education, Alex pursued a JD / MAC in Law and Accounting, as well as a BS in Accounting from the University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law.

Through his previous roles as Chief Executive Officer at A2V, Co-Founder and CEO at Fortress Information Security, President at Digital Risk, Senior Vice President at Connextions, Inc., Manager at Ernst & Young, and Senior Associate at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Alex has honed his skills and built a strong foundation for his current leadership roles.

His professional journey reflects his dedication to driving innovation, collaboration, and excellence in the cybersecurity and financial services sectors.