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Dr. Steve Belovich, Chief Executive Officer, SmartData, Inc.
Steve Belovich holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and is an expert in intellectual property.  Dr. Belovich designed SmartData's (which he founded in 1999) unique architecture in 1988.  A music afficionado, Steve is a classical violinist and plays with the Rackhouse Ramblers.
 
Don Gray, Chief Technology Officer (CTO), VigilantMinds
An 11-year veteran of technology applications development, Don Gray brings "in-the-trenches" Information Technology experience to his role at VigilantMinds. Before co-founding VigilantMinds, Don served as Director of Technology for marchFIRST, where he led teams that designed, developed and implemented multi-million dollar solutions to web enable businesses in the financial, manufacturing, and advertising sectors.

Prior to marchFIRST, Don was the e-Business Practice Manager with Idea Integration. Before that, he gained extensive financial sector experience at Mellon Bank where he had hands-on responsibility for client/server Cash Management Systems. Don has a B.S. in Computer Based Systems Management from California University in Pennsylvania.

Dave Keener, Chief Security Officer (CSO), VigilantMinds
For almost a decade, Dave Keener has been on the frontlines of Information Systems security and is a recognized leader in the security industry. Experienced with all the tools and technologies of Information Systems security, Dave also includes best practices and process-driven methodologies in his arsenal.

Prior to co-founding VigilantMinds, Dave was Practice Manager of the Security Solutions group for marchFIRST where he developed, managed, and implemented information security solutions. Before marchFIRST, Dave held several key management and engineering positions at other companies. There he played a critical and proactive role in ensuring the integrity of the Information System and preventing compromises to proprietary information.

Dave began his security career serving his country in the United States Air Force where he was responsible for engineering secure, reliable network connectivity to anywhere in the world—often at a moment's notice. Having the distinct honor of being personally recognized for his engineering accomplishments by the United States Joint Chiefs of Staff members, Dave spoke to top Department of Defense officials in Washington D.C. after the first successful field implementation of a deployable network control center.

 
Dennis Pollutro, Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Synctomi
As founder, Dennis is responsible for the execution and direction of the design and development of Synctomi’s S1 Proactive Intrusion Prevention solution. Dennis brings the combination of over 20 years of security consulting knowledge and technology expertise critical to Synctomi’s success.

As chief technology officer, Dennis leads in the development of the next generation of proactive intrusion prevention software, technology vision and roadmap for the company.

Previously, Dennis worked in leadership positions in systems engineering and management, specializing in intrusion prevention and intrusion detection. He has also worked with several corporations to develop secure business and communication practices, purchase security products, and ensure that security practices are being followed.

Jeff Fatica, VP, Sales, Marketing and Chief Operating Officer (COO), Synctomi
As vice president and chief operating officer, Jeff oversees the sales, marketing and operations for Synctomi, Inc. Managing operations includes responsibility for all revenue generation and operating to the company’s business plans and budget.

Previously, Jeff spent 25 years with Pentacon, Inc., formerly Champion Bolt Corporation, where he held a variety of senior management positions in operations, marketing, sales and planning. For the past ten years, with Jeff’s innovation and leadership, sales were increased by 15% per year. He was also instrumental in successfully negotiating a merger between five companies with sales exceeding $120 million.

Greg Patti, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Synctomi
As chief financial officer, Greg is responsible for Synctomi’s financial and administrative activities that include planning, procurement and investor relations.

Greg has been involved in several venture-funded companies in the networking and wireless markets. Over the past 20 years, Greg has negotiated and closed over $200 million of aggregate investment, by sale, licensing or merger.

Greg holds an MBA and obtained his CPA license while at Price Waterhouse

Thomas P. Dover, Special Agent, US Secret Service

Thomas P. Dover has been a Special Agent with the US Secret Service since 1988.  A founding member of the Service’s Electronic Crime Special Agent Program (ECSAP), SA Dover has been involved in the areas of computer forensics and electronic crime investigations since 1990.  He is a graduate of the University of Maryland and holds a doctorate with specialization in the areas of artificial intelligence and expert systems.  Tom handles Special Projects for the lab and can normally be found at Starbuck's contemplating special projects.

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