VP Advisory LLC

With deep experience in industries of critical importance to the US economy and infrastructure, Vanessa’s leadership on the importance of technology/cybersecurity in the boardroom works to democratize the benefits and advantages of sustainable technology solutions.

Whether it’s educating students or spotlighting differing strategic perspectives for the best possible business outcome, her career has centered on the protection and care of customers, national interests, and underserved communities—making her a natural fit for companies that are fundamentally shifting the status quo in the energy, technology, and health care sectors.

Vanessa is available for the following advisory services:

  • Board education and advisor on cybersecurity risk management

  • Cybersecurity program assessment

  • Organizational optimization of the cybersecurity function within an organization, focusing on the board level interaction and relationship

  • Coaching and mentoring CISOs to be more effective with the Board

  • Preparing the Board for a crisis management and the appropriate response plan

Skills & Experience

  • Corporate governance with public, private and nonprofit organizations

  • Chair for Cyber & Technology committee

  • Chair of CEO Search committee and Operating committee

  • Member of Audit, Nom/Gov, and Compensation committees

  • Activist engagement and negotiation

  • Cybersecurity

  • AI

  • Technology transformation

  • Risk management

  • Compliance

  • Privacy

  • Crisis management

“Vanessa is an amazing security leader and mentor. She has provided expert counsel, guidance, and direction to the entire CISO community and is a leading figure in board level cyber security expertise.”

— Scott Roberts. CISO, UiPath

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