[HV,IP,FOB] Craig E.

Craig Ellrod is a seasoned professional with a background in empowering customer-centric tech firms to deliver innovative products and services that solve complex problems, develop game-changing differentiation, and drive sales, market share, profitability, and long-term customer satisfaction.

With a successful tenure at 6 leading global technology firms, Craig leverages his experience in developing and implementing cutting-edge programs and products across various tech fields.

He holds an MBA, CISSP, CCSP, and 13 other tech certifications, along with 3 cybersecurity patents, showcasing his innovation and passion for problem-solving and relationship building.

Craig Ellrod is described as a passionate leader who excels at placing companies #1 in customer accounts, impressing and wowing customers, inventing and simplifying processes, and fearlessly implementing bold ideas.

His vast array of certifications includes ISC2 Certifications, Cisco Certifications, and other industry-specific credentials, highlighting his expertise in cybersecurity, cloud security, sales, and technical marketing.

Known as the 'Father of Modern Technical Marketing & Competitive Intelligence,' Craig is a senior cybersecurity solutions architect, cloud security expert, market hacker, sales hacker, growth hacker, and pioneer of the hybrid cloud concept.

He has a strong educational background with studies in Business Management, Computer Science, and Graphic Arts, as well as active engagement with professional IT and cybersecurity associations.

Craig Ellrod has held prominent roles at notable companies like Citrix, Cisco, Trustwave, Akamai, Extreme Networks, and has served various tech, enterprise, commercial, NGO, and government customers globally.

His contributions extend beyond professional roles to include authoring books and videos, teaching as an adjunct professor, and volunteering in cybersecurity initiatives.

With a track record of innovation, leadership, and technical expertise, Craig Ellrod continues to make significant contributions to the tech industry and remains actively involved in advancing IT, cybersecurity, and cloud security domains.