Alan Naumann is a seasoned technology management executive with over 25 years of experience in leading venture-backed companies in the cyber security, internet infrastructure, and computer industries. He served as the CEO of 41st Parameter, a cloud software security company, prior to its acquisition by Experian. Alan has also held executive roles at CoWare, Cadence Design Systems, Calico Commerce, and Hewlett-Packard throughout his career. He currently serves as Chairman and CEO of Contrast Security, an innovative cybersecurity company. Alan is a member of the CICE Advisory Board at Wake Forest University and serves as an advisor to the Duke University Startup Challenge. He holds a BS in computer engineering from Iowa State University.