CISO Ascent

Board Members

CIO Ascent is governed by a ten-member board, comprising only the most accomplished and forward-thinking technology executives. New members must receive a two-thirds majority vote for appointment.

Board nominees undergo a multi-layer review of strategic impact, executive leadership, and industry contributions. Candidates must be sponsored by two current board members before entering the vetting process.

Board responsibilities

  1. Adopt and steer CIO Ascent's long-term vision, strategy, and governance.
  2. Oversee and ensure ethical stewardship.
  3. Shape community-impact strategy.

Meet the Board

Bryce Carter

Bryce Carter

Board Chair

CISO, Critical Infrastructure

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Dotan Akiva

Dotan Akiva

Board Member

CIO & CISO, Certilman Balin

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Manny Thinakaran

Manny Thinakaran

Board Member

Global Head of Security, Ingenio

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Tyler White

Tyler White

Board Member

VP of Partnerships, CISO and CIO Ascent

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Chris DeNoia

Chris DeNoia

Board Member

Fmr. CISO, Moddle