SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES

Peter-john Byrnes, Manager of IT Infrastructure and Security, Above Lending, Inc.

Bio coming soon!

Carol Glennon, Global Cyber Security Director, McDonald’s

Carol Glennon is the Global Director of Cybersecurity at McDonald’s, one of the world’s most recognizable brands with more than 38,000 restaurants in over 100 countries.
Carol is a seasoned and strategic leader in the field of cybersecurity, data security, and DevSecOps. As the Global Cyber Security Director, Application Data, Carol oversees the company’s global cyber security strategy and operations pertaining to data security.

Some of her key achievements include securing McDonald’s global data sources, building 24/7 global response teams, reducing major incidents through early intervention and automation, and implementing key XDR and observability platforms to enable incident response.

Before joining McDonald’s, Glennon was a global senior product owner leading security for core APIs at BMW Technology Corporation and prior to BMW she managed the global incident response team at Walmart eCommerce. Glennon graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with an MBA in Information Technology Management and Cybersecurity and is an ISC2 Certified in Cyber Crisis Response as well as a Crisis Management Exercise Professional (C2MEP) and Cyber Crisis Management Planning Professional (C2MP2).

Nick Gregory, Director, Global OEM Partnerships, KORE

Nick Gregory is a seasoned professional with a proven track record in building resilient infrastructure and ensuring business continuity. With over two decades of experience in the telecommunications industry, Nick has consistently demonstrated his ability to design and implement robust disaster recovery strategies.

Currently serving as the Director of Global OEM Partnerships at KORE, Nick leverages his expertise to forge strategic alliances and drive innovation in the area of disaster recovery and business continuity. His extensive knowledge of emerging technologies and best practices equips him to provide valuable insights and guidance to organizations seeking to strengthen their resilience.

Key strengths:
• Designing and implementing robust disaster recovery strategies
• Leveraging emerging technologies to enhance network resilience
• Building and maintaining strong partnerships
• Staying ahead of industry trends and threats

Certifications:
• 11 Network Certifications

Nick’s passion for building resilient infrastructure and his commitment to ensuring business continuity make him a valuable asset to any organization. His expertise and leadership skills position him as a thought leader in the field of disaster recovery and business continuity.

John Kelley, Director/Industry Evangelist, Ericsson

As Ericsson Enterprise Sales Director for the Central Area, John Kelley is responsible for the sales strategy and overall sales performance in thirteen states across the upper midwest. John has more than 25 years of experience in helping companies solve their technology challenges. He gained knowledge and experience with distinguished careers at Motorola, Cisco Systems, Tanium, etc., where he was often hand-selected to take on new roles of increasing responsibility. John holds a BBA from St. Norbert College in DePere, WI and a MBA from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL.

Kevin P. McGregor, Regional Lead – Americas Business Management & Operational Resilience, Aon

Career spans 40 years, leading teams and projects that have transitioned to new technologies and support models in the ever-changing world of IT.

Started as a computer technician in the US Air Force and have undergone numerous transformations to stay current and relevant as technologies evolve. IT career has primarily been in support of financial, insurance and healthcare industries.

Possesses a master’s degree in business – Information Technology.

Accumulated years of real-life experiences, development of skills, and acquiring advanced education have led to a extensive understanding of business operations and IT support that is being put into practice as the BC/DR lead for Aon’s North and South American business interests.

Never one to sit idle on a plateau, Kevin is constantly looking for ways to improve and rejuvenate support programs to ensure operations continue to function regardless of the disruptive event. The latest being transitioning to Operational Resilience with a strong connection to Cyber Risk Management.

Patrick Stefanski, Manager – IT Infrastructure & Support, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC

Bio coming soon!

Paul Wirtzfeld, Enterprise Account Executive, HPE

Over the years, I have had the opportunity to work with highly talented people at high growth innovative companies including HPE and Dell. My passion for helping customers achieve their goals in an increasingly digital world has led me to Zerto.

What gets me out of bed every morning? Coaching people to realize their true potential allowing them to provide the best lives for themselves and their loved ones. I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.

If I can be of any assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-wirtzfeld/