Team

Meet the Experts Behind Fortreum

Our team brings together deep expertise in cybersecurity, cloud security, compliance, and risk management to help organizations solve complex challenges and achieve lasting success.

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Executive Team

Strategic Leadership. Proven Expertise.

Meet the executives shaping Fortreum’s future through innovation, operational excellence, and deep cybersecurity expertise.

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James Leach

Chief Executive Officer

Michael Carter

President

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Andy Black

Chief Strategy Officer

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Sri Iyer

Chief Technology Officer

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Mel Wesley

Chief Financial Officer

Gary Guercio

Vice President, Operations

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Jim Wright

Vice President, Sales

Raj Karamchedu

Vice President, Sales

Practice and Functional Leadership

The Leaders Behind Every Engagement

Our practice and functional leaders help transform strategy into execution, ensuring every client receives the expertise, guidance, and support needed to succeed.

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David Clevenger

Senior Director, Assurance

Benjamin Scudera

Senior Director, Cyber Defense & Readiness

Rich Fleeman

Senior Director, Fortreum Labs

Liz Ryder

Director, Marketing

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Kirsten Schoenfeld

Director, Human Resources

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Alice Hanigan

Director, Program Management

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Tracie Cook

Senior Financial Officer

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Karlin Clayton

Director, Training, Standards & Accreditation

Board of Directors

Strategic Leadership and Industry Expertise

Our Board of Directors brings together accomplished leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, and cybersecurity experts who provide strategic guidance and help shape Fortreum’s long-term vision and growth.