CHILLISOFT

A seasoned cybersecurity specialist, Alex is a subject matter expert in all aspects of cyber security. Alex has spearheaded the transformation of Chillisoft into a multi-Gartner leading vendor business which has grown to become New Zealand’s largest cyber-security specialist company. Alex has been dedicated to nurturing sales, technical and marketing teams, with focus on achieving accelerated growth through ensuring high levels of integrity and excellence in cybersecurity. Alex works in a direct touch channel sales capacity, having sold and marketed to over 5,000 partners in EMEA and ANZ, who trusted Chillisoft to provide commercial and technical value back to their customers. Most keen on helping business build SOC’s and security services, Alex is highly passionate about cybersecurity. Most of all, Alex is dedicated to helping make the right security solutions available, bringing the best in cyberseucity to New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific!

MIMECAST

Scott is a experienced cybersecurity professional with a strong track record of working across Africa, Europe, the UK, and Australia. Over the years, he has worked closely with both end customers and business partners, gaining a clear understanding of the challenges and needs of today’s changing workplaces and the constantly evolving threat landscape.

Scott is passionate about helping organizations of all sizes stay secure in a world where cyber risks are always changing. He focuses on bridging the gap between technical solutions and real-world business needs, ensuring the solutions he offers are practical, effective, and tailored to each unique situation.

With his experience across industries and regions, Scott is committed to providing the guidance and expertise companies need to stay ahead of security challenges. Please join Scott for an engaging session as he shares his knowledge and experience in cybersecurity!

WATCHGUARD

Kurt Brandon is the Territory Account Manager for WatchGuard Technologies, a leading security solutions provider, looking after New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. He brings enterprise-grade, affordable, cyber security solutions that scale across all sized businesses, helping end customers, distributors, and IT service providers with the scoping and delivery of industry-leading solutions.

With over 20 years of experience in IT, Telco and security space, Kurt has been instrumental in promoting and delivering high-quality security solutions to a diverse range of clients. Prior to joining WatchGuard, Kurt was the Head of Security and Networking Business Unit at Exeed.

Kurt‘s experience and expertise in the field of internet security make him a sought-after speaker at conferences and events across New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. With his in-depth knowledge and understanding of the latest trends and developments in the field, Kurt is well-placed to help businesses of all sizes stay secure in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

CHILLISOFT

Anthony Rowell is a Channel Account Manager for Chillisoft, New Zealand’s specialist cybersecurity distributor. Representing cybersecurity industry-leading vendors including ESET, Imperva, Mimecast, and NetSkope to partner and customer bases numbering in well into the thousands.

With a strong background in information technology and security, Anthony has a comprehensive understanding of the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the mapping of these to the vendor technology and solutions Chillisoft represents

With a channel-first approach, mirroring the values of Chillisoft, Anthony works with partners to understand the unique security challenges of their clients, and providing guidance on tailored solutions to address their specific needs.