Michael Panek

Michael Panek is a seasoned professional with a strong focus on aligning business needs with IT resources to drive measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.

With vast experience in working with Global 2000 companies, he thrives in addressing complex environments through structured and innovative approaches.

Michael is a renowned speaker at industry events like VMworld, CA World, Black Hat, and more, showcasing his expertise and thought leadership.

His expertise spans across a wide range of technology solutions, including AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, VMware, Cisco, and many more, enabling him to offer comprehensive and strategic advice to enterprises.

He holds an MBA from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a BS in Business Management from National Louis University, reflecting his strong educational background.

Having held key roles in organizations like PerimeterX, CloudBolt Software, and VMware, Michael has demonstrated his capabilities as an Enterprise Sales Engineer, Cloud Security Architect, and Solutions Architect.

His previous roles at Check Point Software Technologies, MTM Technologies, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois have equipped him with a wealth of experience in diverse technological domains.