Michael Brown

Michael Brown, an experienced security executive, is fueled by the success of his teams in the field.

With a strong background in cryptography and security, Mike has been instrumental in shaping the direction of companies like ISARA Corporation and BlackBerry.

Currently, Mike serves as the Senior Advisor to ISARA Corporation, having previously co-founded the company and served as its Chief Technology Officer, where he focused on quantum safe cryptography solutions.

During his time at BlackBerry, Mike played a crucial role in establishing the product security practice, leading teams in product management, research, assessments, and security response management.

An avid presenter and media spokesperson, Mike is passionate about sharing insights on security at international conferences.

Mike's commitment to innovation is evident with his extensive patent portfolio, totaling over 150 issued or filed patents.

He holds a CSSLP certification and pursued studies in Cryptography at the University of Waterloo.