Dmitry Dontov

Dmitry Dontov is the CEO and Founder of Spin Technology, a SaaS data protection company based in Palo Alto, California.

Background and Education

• Dmitry holds a Master's degree in Cybernetics and Economy from the Academy of Economic Science, which he completed between 1993 and 1998.135
• He also attended Stanford University, where he studied Business Administration and Management, specifically focusing on Cloud Computing and Subscription Models from 2018 to 2019.1

Professional Experience

• Before founding Spin Technology in January 2016, Dmitry was the CEO of Optimum-web, a software development company in Eastern Europe, from October 2003 to December 2014. He was responsible for company growth, marketing, team management, and sales.134
• He was also a co-founder of Bridge Moldova from January 2008 to December 2012, where he focused on company growth.15
• Earlier in his career, he served as the Managing Director of DosarInfo SRL in Moldova from February 1999 to February 2003.1

Achievements and Recognition

• Under his leadership, Spin Technology has developed the SpinOne platform, an all-in-one SaaS security solution that protects mission-critical SaaS applications such as Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Salesforce, and Slack. The company has cultivated key partnerships with major tech players like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft and serves over 1,500 organizations across 100 countries.23
• Dmitry has received several awards and recognitions, including the Editor’s Choice Award for SaaS/Cloud Security from Cyber Defense Magazine in 2020 and the BIG Award for Business as Small Business Executive of the Year in 2023.12
• He holds patents for Ransomware Protection for Cloud Storage Systems issued in 2021 and 2022.1
• Dmitry is a member of the Forbes Business Council and the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC).134

Skills and Expertise

• Dmitry is a serial entrepreneur and cybersecurity expert with over 20 years of experience in security and team management. He is proficient in Ukrainian, English, and has limited working proficiency in Romanian.13
• He has authored several articles on cloud data protection, SaaS security, and cybersecurity trends, reflecting his expertise in the field.3

Social Responsibility

• Dmitry is committed to social responsibility, particularly in supporting Spin.AI employees and families impacted by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.2