Wes Spencer

Wes Spencer is a nationally recognized technology innovator and cybersecurity expert who has held senior executive and advisory roles in Fortune 500 companies, startups, and academia. He was honored as the 2020 Cybersecurity Educator of the Year and has been featured in various publications such as The Wall Street Journal and Dark Reading. Currently, Spencer serves as the VP and External CISO of ConnectWise. In addition to his professional accomplishments, he is actively engaged in industry advisory committees and standards development initiatives, including the Department of Homeland Security AIS advisory committee and the STIX working group. Outside of work, he enjoys bourbon, hot chicken, and creating content on YouTube about technology, cybersecurity, and cryptocurrency. Spencer is a sought-after speaker at conferences worldwide and welcomes opportunities to engage with diverse audiences.