Peter McKay

Peter McKay is the CEO of Snyk, a company focused on application security. He has held this position since June 2019 and has been instrumental in leading the organization as it disrupts the security industry. Under his leadership, Snyk aims to empower developers to build secure applications by integrating security into the development process.

Professional Background

• Snyk: CEO since June 2019; also serves on the Board of Directors since June 2016.
• Veeam Software: Co-CEO and President from July 2016 to November 2018, where he contributed significantly to the company's growth.
• VMware: Held various roles, including Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Americas, from October 2013 to July 2016.

Leadership Philosophy

McKay emphasizes three core principles in his leadership style:

• Hungry: He values team members who strive for continuous improvement.
• Humble: He believes in collaboration and recognizes that success is a team effort.
• Smart: He seeks to work with individuals who can teach and inspire him.

Additional Roles

In addition to his role at Snyk, McKay is involved with several organizations:

• Cyberstarts: Member since July 2020.
• FundFire Ventures: Managing Partner since January 2013.
• Previously served on the boards of various companies, including Nasuni and NuoDB.

Personal Insights

McKay expresses a genuine passion for his work, stating that he enjoys leading a talented team and making a positive impact on customers and employees alike. He is also active on social media, sharing insights about leadership and cybersecurity.

For more details about his professional journey, you can view his LinkedIn profile under the username pemckay .12