A recognized industry leader, Rob has over twenty-five years experience as a security software executive with demonstrated leadership success at startup companies, small businesses, mid-size businesses, and large companies, including Symantec and Axent Technologies. An internet security pioneer and innovator, he is credited with the creation of the first commercial intrusion detection system. He is a Certified Information Security Manager and founding board member of both SAFEcode and the IT-ISAC.

As CTO at Symantec, Rob was a key part of the management team that drove the company to grow from slightly under $1B in revenue to over $5B, during which time the stock split three times. Rob currently serves as the Managing Partner of Clyde Consulting LLC (www.clydeconsulting.com), an executive advisory firm, which provides:

• Advice and assistance for companies seeking strategic partners or exits
• Technology review, advice and due diligence for companies considering acquisitions or partnerships
• Technology advice and due diligence for venture capitalist and private equity investment opportunities
• Creation or analysis of technology strategy
• Computer and Internet security advice

Rob graduated magna cum laude from Brigham Young University with a B.S. in computer science. He enjoys fishing, hiking, and boating with his family in the beautiful canyon lands of Utah.