A recent CSO Hall of Fame inductee, Andy is a seasoned technology and business executive with deep expertise in security, managing risk, and leading an inclusive culture. A twenty-year veteran of Akamai Technologies, Andy led the company’s security program, growing it from a single individual to a 90+ person team. He is now the Advisory CISO at Orca Security, Operating Partner at YL Ventures and the founder and CEO of the leadership development company Duha. Andy may be the only person in the world to receive the CSO Compass Award, Air Force Commendation Medal, Spirit of Disneyland Award, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, and first place at the Sherman Oaks Galleria Spelling Bee.
Andy Ellis
