Honors & Certifications

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Industry-leading certification in information security governance, risk management, and secure systems architecture.

CompTIA Secure Cloud Professional (CSCP)

Certification focused on securing cloud environments, infrastructure, and modern distributed systems.

Advanced Certified ScrumMaster

Advanced Scrum Alliance certification reflecting experience facilitating Agile teams and improving delivery practices.

Awarded an EDAWN Coin - December 2016

Recognition of exceptional leadership, engagement, and/or cooperation in support of Reno-Sparks regional economic development efforts.

Best Place for Serendipity to Occur - March 2014

Recognized by EDAWN as part of the NCET/RGJ annual Entrepreneurial Awards for 1 Million Cups. This is a joint award with Swill Coffee & Wine.

Community Affect - Community Leader - 2013

Named one of the top 15 most influential community leaders, and one of the 100 most influential people in the Reno/Sparks area.

Fritjof Capra Scholarship - May 2011

A graduate level scholarship awarded for academic achievement in undergraduate studies and prior accomplishments in technology.