PECB Management
- About
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- Behavior Policy
- Certification Mark Use Policy
- Certification Process
- Code of Ethics
- Complaint and Appeal Policy
- Digital Trust: Building a Secure Future
- GDPR Privacy Statement
- PECB Code Of Ethics Violation Policy
- PECB Management
- PECB Policy Regarding Canadian and International Economic Sanctions and the Countries Impacted
- Quality and Information Security Policies
- Refund Policy
- Statement of Impartiality
- The Value of PECB Certification
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Board of Directors
Eric Lachapelle
Chairman
Eric’s main focus is to ensure that PECB consistently provides services of the utmost quality and all participants and applicants are treated with respect, fairness and courtesy. He is also particularly dedicated to ensuring that partners are provided with world-class material and support.
Eric has over 20 years of experience managing information security for organizations around the world. He has worked in North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa and Asia, auditing and training thousands of executives from Fortune 1000 companies. Before founding PECB, Eric was Senior Director for Sales and Distribution at Callio Technologies, an ISO 27001 solutions developer. Under Eric’s leadership, Callio’s distribution network increased tenfold, reaching all continents and helping position Callio as a world leader in ISO 27001 software tools. Before pursuing his career in the ISO industry, Eric was a Business Administration teacher for an international university with schools all over Asia.
He holds the following credentials: ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP).
Dr. Faton Aliu
President
With over 25 years of professional experience spanning quality and information security management, project management, IT, consulting, training, and auditing, Faton has consistently demonstrated a system-oriented approach and exceptional leadership. His tenure at PECB has been marked by significant achievements, where he has been instrumental in driving corporate goals and strategies and overseeing the entire workforce. Faton’s role involves providing inspirational leadership and direction to executives, fostering a culture of effective decision-making, and ensuring PECB’s continued development toward achieving short- and long-term objectives.
Beyond his responsibilities at PECB, he serves on the Board of Directors of The International Personnel Certification Association (IPC). He contributes to Canadian committees/working groups for ISO/IEC 20000 and ISO/IEC 38500. His professional journey includes serving as the CEO of DCE Group, specializing in ISO standards implementation, and as the Educational Technologies Director at the American University in Kosova.
Faton holds a doctorate degree from École des Ponts Business School in Paris, a master’s degree in service management from the Rochester Institute of Technology, and executive certificates in Mergers and Acquisitions, Cybersecurity, and Open Innovation from Harvard University. Additionally, he holds certifications, including ISO/IEC 27001 Master, Quality Systems Manager, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, ISO/IEC 20000 Implementer, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer, and CE Marking Counselor. Faton is passionate about leveraging his expertise and experience to drive meaningful impact and growth in PECB and the broader professional community.
Tim Rama
Chief Executive Officer
Tim is responsible for managing the organization’s growth and overseeing the entire organizational efforts to ensure that the organization’s vision of becoming a global benchmark in the certification industry is being achieved. He leads new strategic projects and oversees financial performance.
While serving in his role as the Chief Executive Officer of PECB, Tim ensures that the organization’s values, along with short and long-term strategies are implemented by all divisions and that the PECB network of distributors, partners, trainers, auditors, and clients receive world-class services.
His experience in sales, marketing, business development, operations, and process improvement, enables him to achieve the desired results by providing guidance and coaching to PECB’s teams in various projects and tasks that bring innovative, efficient, and sustainable results.
Tim is a graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. In addition to his academic achievements, he holds the credentials of ISO 9001 Lead Implementer, ISO 21500 Lead Project Manager, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor, and ISO 13053 Lead Implementer.
Carolina Cabezas
Chief Compliance Officer
Carolina is responsible for managing and overseeing all compliance-related tasks and activities in accordance with ISO/IEC 17024 and ANSI/ASTM E2659-18, PECB proprietary programs, and any program that might be introduced by PECB.
As the Chief Compliance Officer of PECB Group, Carolina ensures that compliance regulations from accreditation authorities, internal policies, processes, and procedures are followed by all divisions, Committees, and the PECB network of distributors, partners, and trainers.
Her experience in consulting, operations, process management, continuous improvement, and management systems design, auditing, and implementation, enable her to ensure PECB’s conformity to the accreditation requirements, compliance processes, and other relevant requirements, while identifying areas to improve.
Carolina holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from San Francisco de Quito University (Ecuador) and a Master’s degree in Manufacturing Consultancy from Cranfield University (United Kingdom). She is also certified as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, ITIL v3 Foundation, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and Lean IT Foundation.
Artan Mustafa
Chief Product Officer
Artan is the Chief Product Officer at PECB, responsible for planning and executing activities focused on the development of PECB training courses and other products such as PECB Skills. He oversees the Training Development, eLearning, PECB Skills, and PECB CyberLabs departments, ensuring seamless collaboration and effective processes across these functions. His role involves identifying mechanisms and resources to streamline department functions and guiding the successful execution of various projects by providing continuous leadership, support, and oversight.
Artan has honed his expertise in operational excellence and systems innovation. With diverse experience in private commercial companies across IT and Management, he brings significant expertise to PECB in project management, business operations, ICT solutions, and business process improvement. His efforts are centered on ensuring that PECB’s products consistently meet and exceed customer expectations.
Artan holds a bachelor’s degree from the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) in IT and Management, with a minor in International Relations, and an MBA from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He also holds professional credentials in Information Security, Privacy Management, and Anti-Bribery.
Kastriot Fazliu
Chief Technology Officer
Kastriot has more than 15 years of experience in the field of information technology, specializing in the utilization of the most advanced technologies for fulfilling mission critical operations. Kastriot is eager to adopt methodologies and best practices in the ever-lasting landscape of business change. He has led large and important projects throughout his career that have left a positive mark in every organization he was part of.
Kastriot has joined PECB as a Chief Technology Officer and aims to assist the organization in providing qualitative and unique products and services that meet and exceed customer expectations.
He has graduated from the American University Bulgaria, majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Information Systems. Now, he is pursuing a master’s degree of Science in Business Informatics at the South Eastern European University. He has also been holding the PMP certification for more than 10 years, and has actively participated in numerous other technical and business trainings.
Valon Beqaj
Director of Shared Services
Valon Beqaj currently serves as the Director of Shared Services at PECB, where he oversees the strategic and operational functions of Finance, Translation, Quality Assurance, Human Resources, and Data Analytics. In this role, Valon leads cross-functional initiatives that drive efficiency, alignment, and performance across these key departments, ensuring they deliver high-value support to the broader organization.
With a solid background in customer operations, business development, data analysis, sales, and marketing, Valon brings a multidimensional perspective to shared services leadership. His comprehensive understanding of internal operations allows him to guide teams toward excellence, streamline processes, and implement sustainable, scalable solutions aligned with PECB’s global growth strategy.
Previously, Valon served as Chief of Staff, providing operational support to the CEO and senior management, managing cross-departmental projects, and contributing to strategic planning and execution. In both roles, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to professionalism, ethics, and organizational integrity.
Valon holds an MBA from Kent State University and a bachelor’s degree in Management and Statistics & Economics from the Rochester Institute of Technology.
Zeki Veliu
Global Marketing Director
In her role as Global Marketing Director, Zeki is responsible for leading the Marketing Department by overseeing and managing PECB’s marketing efforts to achieve its strategic goals and objectives. With a strong educational background and extensive professional experience, Zeki brings a wealth of expertise to her role in guiding a highly dedicated and skilled team of marketing professionals.
With the ability to seamlessly move from big-picture vision and strategy to hands-on implementation, and an extensive background in various aspects of digital marketing, she seamlessly aligns with PECB’s mission to establish itself as a global benchmark in the certification industry.
Zeki is a graduate of the South East European University (SEEU) where she laid the foundation for her career in business and marketing. Additionally, she holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, further enhancing her knowledge and skillset to excel in the ever-evolving digital world.
Bekim Shala
Senior Regional Director for Asia-Pacific
Bekim is in charge of Global PECB partnerships, ensuring that partners and end-clients receive professional and exceptional service throughout the network. In this capacity, he partners ties, mobilizes, and harmonizes resources to provide our clients with comprehensive certification services that inspire trust and confidence.
Bekim has over 17 years of experience in sales, both internationally and locally, as well as marketing, business development, and leadership. His expertise has helped a lot of businesses achieve success. He began his career in Malaysia as a Junior Sales Associate and soon after was promoted to Senior Sales Manager. He has also served in the capacities of Export-Import Manager, Retail Sales Director, and General Manager before joining PECB North America as Business Development Director, and then PECB Group as Senior Director for Asia-Pacific and North America.
Bekim graduated in Communication from the International University of Malaysia and is now pursuing his MBA studies at PECB University.
Erita Rexhepi
Regional Director - EMEA
Erita oversees the development and supervision of Business Development for the EMEA region at PECB. As the Regional Director for EMEA, she is responsible for fostering strategic partnerships to drive business growth and enhance PECB’s brand presence across the region. Her role also involves building and maintaining strong alliances with distributors and partners.
In addition to conducting in-depth business development analyses, Erita leads cross-functional teams, monitors emerging markets and trends, recommends new products and services, and guides long-term strategies to align with business objectives. Her extensive experience in management, public relations, advertising, and communications empowers her to craft effective strategies that maximize business outcomes.
Erita holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Pristina and is nearing completion of her iMBA in Business Administration from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She has also earned multiple certifications in ISO management system standards, covering fields such as Information Security, Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.
Roberto Del Valle
Regional Business Development Director for LATAM
With over 15 years of experience in sales, marketing, and economic promotion, Roberto is currently the Regional Business Development Director for LATAM at PECB. In this role, he leverages his expertise in ISO standards, such as ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 22301, among many others, to develop and implement effective strategies to increase the market share and revenue of PECB in the region. Additionally, Roberto manages and supports a team of distributors and partners, ensuring high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Prior to joining PECB, Roberto was the Sales Manager at Sedika Technologies, before which, he worked as a Deputy Director of Economic Promotion at the Secretariat of Economy. Roberto’s experience extends to teaching as a university professor for over 10 years, as well as Director of the Faculty of Economics at the Marista University of Queretaro, Mexico.
His academic credentials include a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and a Master’s degree in Humanities and Social Sciences, both from the Universidad Anahuac of Mexico, and he currently studies at the University of Western Ontario in Canada.
With his skills in sales management, marketing, negotiation, communication, and leadership, as well as his deep knowledge of ISO standards and their benefits, he is passionate about helping organizations achieve excellence, resilience, and sustainability through ISO training and certification.
Roberto is committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and diversity within his team and across the PECB network.
Ardian Berisha
Sales Director - PECB Skills
Ardian, as the Sales Director for PECB Skills, leads the global sales strategy and execution for PECB Skills, with a strong focus on expanding sales, building strategic partnerships, and driving learner growth through tailored, high-impact content. Prior to this role, Ardian served as the Head of Business Development for North America, where he managed and oversaw operations with existing business partners and successfully developed new business opportunities across the region. His exceptional leadership during this period resulted in record-breaking growth and strengthened relationships with key clients and partners.
Ardian joined the PECB Marketing Department in 2016 as a Portfolio Marketing Manager for Information Security Management, where he played a key role for over three years. He also managed PECB Webinars, building a loyal audience that continues to grow today. Later, as Senior Product Marketing Manager for Information Security, he honed his skills in market intelligence and strategy development. His deep understanding of market trends and strategic planning led to a seamless transition into business development, culminating in his promotion to Business Development Associate Supervisor and eventually to leading the North American region.
Ardian holds a bachelor’s of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) degree in Economics and Management from the Rochester Institute of Technology and holds professional certifications in Information Security, Information Technology, and Quality Management.
Richard Green
Owner and Managing Director, Kingsford Consultancy Services (KCS) Limited
Richard Green is a highly experienced professional in quality management and consultancy, currently serving as the Owner and Managing Director of Kingsford Consultancy Services (KCS) Limited, a role he has held since July, 2016. In this capacity, Richard provides strategic leadership and oversight, focusing on policy determination and decision-making while fostering relationships with stakeholders locally, nationally, and internationally. His commitment to delivering exceptional products and services has positioned KCS as a trusted partner in the field, with Richard emphasizing effective corporate governance and the identification of business development opportunities.
Prior to establishing KCS, Richard held several key leadership positions within the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI), including Interim Head of Membership Services and Head of Professional Networks. His expertise was critical in managing the operational performance of Membership Services for a global network of over 20,000 auditors. Richard also played a vital role in the development of the Institute’s strategic vision and policy initiatives while actively contributing to national and international standards development as a member of various ISO and BSI committees.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Richard is deeply committed to community engagement. He serves as a Trustee of Larkrise Community Farm, which provides valuable services to individuals facing mental and physical challenges. In his personal life, Richard enjoys traveling, gardening, and exploring new hobbies, such as beekeeping with his wife in the picturesque Wiltshire countryside. His diverse interests and dedication to quality make him a respected leader and an asset to both his clients and community.
Mary Rehm
Certification Program Design and Development Expert
Mary Rehm is a graduate of the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities with a B.A. in History and Anthropology, and she holds an M.S. in Educational Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. With over 20 years of experience in certification program design and development, Mary has expertise in assessment, instructional design, and standards management. Her career includes significant roles, such as Director of Learning Programs at ISPOR, Director of Learning and Development at PRMIA, and Senior Director of Learning Experience Design at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. She has also worked as a Professional Learning Facilitator at NWEA and served in leadership positions at Exemplar Global, Inc., Questar Assessment, Inc., and the Racine Unified School District.
Currently, Mary serves as the Certification Director at Postpartum Support International, where she manages the Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) Program, focusing on exam program development, accreditation standards, and global access to certification exams. In addition, she consults with AHIMA, providing psychometric services, norm-referenced assessments, and job task analysis studies. As the Founder and Owner of Rehm Partners, LLC, she offers strategic planning, test development, and credentialing services aligned with ISO 17024 standards.
Mary holds the Certified Credentialing Professional (ICE-CCP) and Certified Association Executive (CAE) certifications. She has been actively involved with the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE), serving as Vice Chair of the I.C.E. Exchange Program Committee and past Chair of the Education Committee. Additionally, she has served as a Panel Judge for the ASQ International Team Excellence Award (ITEA) and has been a Scheme Committee Member at PECB since 2019.
Antwon Farrior
Quality Management and Accreditation Expert
Former Senior Quality Accreditation Specialist at ANCC and Consultant for Product Certification at ANAB
Antwon is a freelance consultant for ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems and ISO 21001:2018 Educational Organizations Management Systems, and part of the KPSIPHER Consulting Group which was founded by Antwon himself in 2013.
He was a former Senior Quality Specialist in the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) at American Nurses Association, and was in charge of operationalizing the ANCC’s Quality Management System in line with international standards’ requirements. In addition he was managing internal and external audit processes and leading the working audit teams, and maintaining the ISO 9001 certification for all ANCC credentialing programs.
In the past, Antwon was contracted by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), now the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), as an Accreditation Specialist where he was mainly responsible for managing, implementing, and working on processes related to ISO 17065:2012 and ISO/IEC 17011:2004. He managed product certification bodies’ external audits, accrediting bodies’ joint assessments, and ISO member bodies, such as Standards of Council Canada and ICONTEC. During his time at ANSI, he participated in the Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (PAC) Peer Evaluations with accrediting bodies from Vietnam (BoA), Japan (JAB), and Australia and New Zealand (JAS-ANZ). He also participated in The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)/National Voluntary Conformity Assessment Systems Evaluation (NVCASE) evaluations with Telecommunication Certification Bodies’ (TCBs) programs for Canada (IC), European Union (EU), Hong Kong (OFTA), Japan (MIC), Singapore (iDA) and USA (FCC).
Antwon holds a BA degree from Winston-Salem State University and has been part of educational experiences at USDA Graduate School in Washington, DC, as well as Georgia Institute of Technology (GaTech) in Atlanta, Georgia. He is also certified against several ISO standards, including ISO 9001 (as team leader and internal auditor), ISO 17065, etc.
Jean-Marc Rietsch
Expert in digitalization, signature, and electronic archiving
Legal expert at the Paris Court of Appeal
Jean-Marc Rietsch, a Civil Engineer of Mines with a DEA in Industrial Management, is a renowned expert in digitalization, risk analysis, and secure data management. Serving as an expert witness at the Court of Appeal of Paris and auditing the 213th IHEDN session, Jean-Marc’s leadership as the founding President of PINEAPPLI in Monaco has been pivotal in advancing digitalization.
His extensive expertise covers technical, organizational, legal, and regulatory dimensions, and he’s an esteemed member of the EBIOS club for risk management. Jean-Marc has led various missions, from analyzing digitized contract signing processes to creating email archiving services and shaping reference documents and archiving policies.
Moreover, Jean-Marc played a crucial role in developing trust services and shaping Monaco’s “Law for a Digital Principality.” He is credited with pioneering Europe’s first third-party electronic data archiving service, timestamping services, electronic notary deposits, and Evidence Management Authorities for electronic signatures. His career has significantly influenced European digital security and data management practices.
Ashwini Dhiresh Khair
Head QHSE (India) at Cotecna Inspection India Pvt Ltd
Former Technical Governance in Operational Integrity Manager at SGS India Pvt.Ltd.
Ashwini Khair is an accomplished Quality Assurance and HSE (NEBOSH) professional with over 18 years of experience. She holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree specializing in Chemistry from Mumbai University and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Technology from BITS Pilani. Ashwini is certified as a Lead Auditor and Technical Assessor across numerous standards, including ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 22301, and ISO 45001. She also holds qualifications as a Six Sigma Green Belt and Lead Verifier/Validator for Greenhouse Gases under ISO 14064.
Ashwini is currently Head QHSE (India) at Cotecna Inspection India Pvt. Ltd., responsible for implementing and managing quality and HSE systems across India, ensuring compliance with multiple standards, leading internal and external audits, and acting as a HSE focal point for the company. Prior to Cotecna, she held various significant roles, including Compliance and Accreditation Manager at INFS Private Limited and Manager for Technical Governance at SGS India Pvt Ltd, where she developed and audited management systems and ensured global regulatory compliance.
Ashwini is highly experienced in Quality Management Systems (QMS), Laboratory Management Systems (LMS), environmental and safety systems, and supplier management. She has also played key roles in managing accreditations, sustainability compliance, and implementing risk assessments and mitigations.
Evgenia Markoviti
Director of Persons Certification Division, ACTA SA – Spin Off Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Former Manager of Coordination and Examination Execution
Evgenia Markoviti is a seasoned senior executive with over 18 years of experience, specializing in lifelong learning and the certification of persons. She has deep expertise in designing, developing, and commercially advancing certification schemes in accordance with ISO/IEC 17024. Evgenia also has extensive experience in developing, implementing, and managing management systems based on international standards.
As the Director of the Persons Certification Division at ACTA SA, a spin-off of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Evgenia oversees examination, certification, and re-certification activities while ensuring compliance with internal Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO/IEC 17024 requirements. Under her leadership, she has developed over 200 certification schemes, conducted job task analyses, and managed the accreditation process.
Her role involves leading various national and international projects, including EU-funded transnational initiatives. She has also been a key figure in coordinating high-profile certification programs like the Greek segment of the Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship.
Evgenia holds a Master of Science in Management, Technology, and Quality from the Open University of Cyprus and a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki. She is an active member of various committees, including the Technical Committee on Certification of Persons for the Hellenic Association of Accredited Certification, and the PECB ICA (Impartiality, Complaint, and Appeal) Committee.
Neema Kshatriya
Quality Assurance and Business Development Expert
Business Development Manager – Business Assurance at SGS India Pvt. Ltd.
Neema has over 18 years of experience in quality management systems, accreditation management, and business development across various sectors, including IT and healthcare. She currently serves as the Business Development Manager at SGS India Pvt. Ltd., where she focuses on Digital Trust Assurance services and revenue generation initiatives.
Previously, Neema was a Principal Consultant at Heptagon Technologies, where she spearheaded product and business development in professional training. She has also held senior roles at TÜV SÜD and DQS India, where she was instrumental in quality control practices and the business development of certification and training services.
Neema is an active member of the ICA (Impartiality and Certification Appeals Committee) committee for PECB, and she mentors organizations in achieving ISO/IEC 17024 accreditation. Her expertise span; ISO standards, sales and marketing strategies, and client relationship management.
She holds a master’s degree in Strategic HR from ICFAI, Tripura University, and a bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Gujarat University. Neema is fluent in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, and enjoys music, dancing, and engaging with knowledgeable individuals.
Graham Talbot
Accreditation and Business Management Expert
Graham Talbot is a seasoned expert in the accreditation industry with over 20 years of experience. Throughout his extensive career in both public and private sectors, he has held numerous executive and directorial positions, including Chairman of the European Cooperation for Accreditation and Technical and External Affairs Director of the United Kingdom Accreditation Service.
Currently based in New Taipei City, Taiwan, Graham serves as an independent Accreditation and Business Management Consultant. In this capacity, he has helped shape the strategic directions of various international and regional non-governmental organizations, focusing on accreditation management, capacity assessment, and organizational planning. His recent projects have included key roles in projects within ASEAN and the wider Asia-Pacific region, where he has provided expertise in accreditation, change management and training.
With a Master of Arts degree in Engineering Sciences from Pembroke College, University of Cambridge, Graham is skilled in business development, project management, and team building. He is a member of the Institution of Royal Engineers and has co-authored notable publications on accreditation in developing countries.
Fluent in English, Graham has delivered presentations internationally on the value of accreditation and its impact on market access in Europe.
Kerry Keating
Managing Partner at STEER
ISO 37001 Committee
Mr. Keating is one of the Managing Partners at STEER. He has over 40 years of working experience in three Fortune 500 companies in Corporate Security, HR, and Legal and Integrity.
Mr. Keating has extensive experience in building and implementing comprehensive corporate compliance and integrity programs for multinational companies to include Code of Conduct, Corporate Directives, Employee Training, Global Whistleblower Programs, and Internal Investigations.
He also has extensive experience with successfully enhancing existing Corporate Compliance Programs in response to government FCPA Sanctions/Deferred Prosecution Agreements (DPAs).
He has lived in USA and Europe and performed services on all continents in over 70 countries.
Mr. Keating is one of the Managing Partners at STEER. He has over 40 years of working experience in three Fortune 500 companies in Corporate Security, HR, and Legal and Integrity.
Mr. Keating has extensive experience in building and implementing comprehensive corporate compliance and integrity programs for multinational companies to include Code of Conduct, Corporate Directives, Employee Training, Global Whistleblower Programs, and Internal Investigations.
He also has extensive experience with successfully enhancing existing Corporate Compliance Programs in response to government FCPA Sanctions/Deferred Prosecution Agreements (DPAs).
He has lived in USA and Europe and performed services on all continents in over 70 countries.
Daniel Bleeker
Managing Partner at STEER
ISO 37001 Committee
Mr. Bleeker is one of the Managing Partners at STEER. He has 25 years of experience working in Finance, HR, Audit, and Legal and Integrity for two “big four” consultancy firms and a globally leading power and automation technology company. He has lived in Europe, USA, and Middle East/Asia and performed services on all continents in over 65 countries. In addition, Daniel established a Global Investigation Unit, and assisted in the development of a state-of-the-art Compliance Program, acknowledged by the U.S. Department of Justice.
He has managed investigations into Code of Conduct breaches, including fraud, self-enrichment, and allegations of FCPA violations. Daniel holds the PECB ISO 37001 Master credential.
Mr. Bleeker is one of the Managing Partners at STEER. He has 25 years of experience working in Finance, HR, Audit, and Legal and Integrity for two “big four” consultancy firms and a globally leading power and automation technology company. He has lived in Europe, USA, and Middle East/Asia and performed services on all continents in over 65 countries. In addition, Daniel established a Global Investigation Unit, and assisted in the development of a state-of-the-art Compliance Program, acknowledged by the U.S. Department of Justice.
He has managed investigations into Code of Conduct breaches, including fraud, self-enrichment, and allegations of FCPA violations. Daniel holds the PECB ISO 37001 Master credential.
Jorge Garibay
Partner and Director at Pink Elephant Mexico
Information Security Committee
Jorge manages Information Security, Risk and Compliance for the Latin American region at Pink Elephant. He has a Computer Science Degree from the National Polytechnic Institute and holds an MBA from the IPADE Business School. Jorge is currently a PhD candidate in Information Technology Governance at Carlos III University in Madrid.
As a professional that has been involved in entrepreneurship for 32 years, Jorge has been the CIO of one of the largest data centers in Mexico (RedIT – currently KIO Networks), operating in San Diego and Latin America. He is a certified CISA, CRISC, CISSP and ISO/IEC 27001 LA, ISO 22301 LI, ISO/IEC 38500 Manager and ISO/IEC 27032 Lead Manager. Jorge has been an active member of the Governmental and Regulatory Agencies Board representing the Latin America Region as President at ISACA International, as well as a member of ISO/TC 292 and ISO/TC 27 representing Mexico.
Jorge is also a professor at Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico involved in lecturing students enrolled in the Information Technology Governance Master´s Degree Program as well as Information Security. He has also authored the book “El gobierno de las TI en las empresas en México” published in 2017.
Jorge manages Information Security, Risk and Compliance for the Latin American region at Pink Elephant. He has a Computer Science Degree from the National Polytechnic Institute and holds an MBA from the IPADE Business School. Jorge is currently a PhD candidate in Information Technology Governance at Carlos III University in Madrid.
As a professional that has been involved in entrepreneurship for 32 years, Jorge has been the CIO of one of the largest data centers in Mexico (RedIT – currently KIO Networks), operating in San Diego and Latin America. He is a certified CISA, CRISC, CISSP and ISO/IEC 27001 LA, ISO 22301 LI, ISO/IEC 38500 Manager and ISO/IEC 27032 Lead Manager. Jorge has been an active member of the Governmental and Regulatory Agencies Board representing the Latin America Region as President at ISACA International, as well as a member of ISO/TC 292 and ISO/TC 27 representing Mexico.
Jorge is also a professor at Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico involved in lecturing students enrolled in the Information Technology Governance Master´s Degree Program as well as Information Security. He has also authored the book “El gobierno de las TI en las empresas en México” published in 2017.
Carlos Alfonso Restrepo Oramas
(CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC, CBCP, Lead Implementer ISO 22301, ISO 27001, ISO 20000 Lead Auditor ISO 22301, ISO 27001, ISO 20000, Risk Manager ISO 31000, ITIL V3, COBIT 5 F).
As a professional with more than 35 years of experience, Carlos has held management positions in companies of recognized international prestige such as VISA, Synapsis, IQ Outsourcing, Superintendencia financiera de Colombia and Deloitte. Carlos Restrepo is part of the Technical Committee 262 of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) which oversaw reviewing and updating the international standard for risk management ISO 31000: 2018. In recognition for promoting the risk culture in 16 Latin American countries, he was nominated by the newspaper specialized in economy and business “Portafolio” in the category of best business leader 2019, and he has won the award for Best Trainer in Ibero-America in 2017, 2018 and 2019 by PECB; to date becoming the Latin American that has taught the most international risk certification courses on risk, audit and control in the world in the last 5 years (274 executive trainings in 16 countries). Additionally, he has been invited as a speaker to several international conferences on Integrated Risk Management developing the topic: “Artificial Intelligence Applied to Risk Management”.
His ability to combine knowledge and experience as a lecturer, professor, consultant, auditor, implementer of Integrated Risk Management Systems; as well as exercising his role as Process and Risk Manager at VISA and ERS consultant at Deloitte, have allowed him to obtain the highest quality and satisfaction rating for each of the 3,740 participants in the courses he has carried out in: Mexico, Costa Rica, Honduras, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Panama, El Salvador, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, Venezuela, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay and Argentina.
Ed van Dyk
Independent trainer and consultant
GDPR Committee
As an Information Security, Data Protection and Risk Management trainer and consultant, Mr. van Dyk is equipped with the management and technical business skills obtained in medium and large organizations in both the public and private sectors.
As a consultant and (interim) manager, he has successfully helped organizations implement Information Security and Data Protection frameworks to comply with ISO/IEC 27001 standards and was from early on involved in helping organizations understand the implications of the GDPR on their business processes.
Along with his consulting activities, he is an active as certified trainer, delivering courses in the Netherlands, the UK and Scandinavia as well as for large enterprises on topics such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27005, ISO31000 and GDPR-CDPO.
As an Information Security, Data Protection and Risk Management trainer and consultant, Mr. van Dyk is equipped with the management and technical business skills obtained in medium and large organizations in both the public and private sectors.
As a consultant and (interim) manager, he has successfully helped organizations implement Information Security and Data Protection frameworks to comply with ISO/IEC 27001 standards and was from early on involved in helping organizations understand the implications of the GDPR on their business processes.
Along with his consulting activities, he is an active as certified trainer, delivering courses in the Netherlands, the UK and Scandinavia as well as for large enterprises on topics such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27005, ISO31000 and GDPR-CDPO.
Stéphane Martin
CEO of Smart Risk Consulting and Co-Founder of Risk-!n
ISO 31000 Committee
Stéphane is CEO of Smart Risk Consulting and Co-Founder of Risk-!n. His area of expertise includes Governance design, development, implementation of risk management methodologies and tools, Workshop facilitation, Risk Management Strategy, and Risk Management Process. Stéphane is a certified trainer for ISO 31000 by G31000 and PECB, as well as a Risk Management trainer at INSEAD and speaker for international conferences. Stéphane is a Risk Management professional with more than 16 years of experience internationally, in places such as Arcelor Mittal and Syngenta. During the period 2009 to 2015 Stéphane was Head of P&S Risk Management at Syngenta. Stéphane is also the founder of Swiss Risk Management Forum – SRMF.
Stéphane is CEO of Smart Risk Consulting and Co-Founder of Risk-!n. His area of expertise includes Governance design, development, implementation of risk management methodologies and tools, Workshop facilitation, Risk Management Strategy, and Risk Management Process. Stéphane is a certified trainer for ISO 31000 by G31000 and PECB, as well as a Risk Management trainer at INSEAD and speaker for international conferences. Stéphane is a Risk Management professional with more than 16 years of experience internationally, in places such as Arcelor Mittal and Syngenta. During the period 2009 to 2015 Stéphane was Head of P&S Risk Management at Syngenta. Stéphane is also the founder of Swiss Risk Management Forum – SRMF.
Peter Geelen
Executive Director & Managing Consultant at CyberMinute
Owner & Managing Consultant at Quest for Security
Peter Geelen is a seasoned security professional and partner and executive director of Cyberminute, a prominent enterprise security and architecture firm based in Brussels, Belgium. With over 25 years of experience in the field, Peter has a proven track record of delivering high-quality services in identity and access management, information security, cybersecurity as well as cloud security, privacy and data protection.
Peter is not only certified ISO 27001 Master and accredited Lead Auditor in ISO/IEC 27001 (ISMS), ISO/IEC 27701 (PIMS), ISO 22301 (BCMS) and ISO 9001 (QMS), but also Fellow in Privacy, and he holds several renowned security certifications, including certified DPO, cloud auditor, ISO/IEC 27002 Lead Manager, Sr. Lead Cybersecurity Manager, Risk Management, Lead Incident Manager, Certified Lead Ethical hacking, Disaster Recovery, privacy solution engineer, privacy technologist, among others. He’s also accredited as ISO/IEC 17021 accreditation auditor.
He is also a certified and authorized global trainer who enjoys teaching, coaching, and facilitating knowledge transfer and certification through workshops, chalk and talk sessions, and other training methods.
He is passionate about exploring new frontiers in cloud security, cybersecurity and data protection, particularly in legislation and certification of products, services, and processes.
As the director and managing consultant at Cyberminute, Peter has dedicated his career to providing top-notch security solutions to clients across a variety of industries and size of companies.
Peter is a committed lifelong learner who continually seeks to expand his knowledge and expertise in his field, and he takes pride in sharing his knowledge and experience with others through training and mentorship.
Peter Geelen is a seasoned security professional and partner and executive director of Cyberminute, a prominent enterprise security and architecture firm based in Brussels, Belgium. With over 25 years of experience in the field, Peter has a proven track record of delivering high-quality services in identity and access management, information security, cybersecurity as well as cloud security, privacy and data protection.
Peter is not only certified ISO 27001 Master and accredited Lead Auditor in ISO/IEC 27001 (ISMS), ISO/IEC 27701 (PIMS), ISO 22301 (BCMS) and ISO 9001 (QMS), but also Fellow in Privacy, and he holds several renowned security certifications, including certified DPO, cloud auditor, ISO/IEC 27002 Lead Manager, Sr. Lead Cybersecurity Manager, Risk Management, Lead Incident Manager, Certified Lead Ethical hacking, Disaster Recovery, privacy solution engineer, privacy technologist, among others. He’s also accredited as ISO/IEC 17021 accreditation auditor.
He is also a certified and authorized global trainer who enjoys teaching, coaching, and facilitating knowledge transfer and certification through workshops, chalk and talk sessions, and other training methods.
He is passionate about exploring new frontiers in cloud security, cybersecurity and data protection, particularly in legislation and certification of products, services, and processes.
As the director and managing consultant at Cyberminute, Peter has dedicated his career to providing top-notch security solutions to clients across a variety of industries and size of companies.
Peter is a committed lifelong learner who continually seeks to expand his knowledge and expertise in his field, and he takes pride in sharing his knowledge and experience with others through training and mentorship.
Friedhelm Düsterhöft
Managing Director at msdd.neT GmbH
GDPR Committee
Friedhelm Düsterhöft is an experienced Information Security and Data Protection consultant, trainer and auditor working in various industries. In 1992 he founded msdd.neT GmbH, providing targeted solutions and services for customers, mainly in the telecommunications, banking, insurance, energy and logistics sectors.
Mr. Düsterhöft has worked for many international operating customers, leading teams and giving advice on many facets of Information Security, as Vulnerability and Patch Management, Risk Management, Security Testing, Information Security Governance and Compliance Management.
His experience covers the full range, from more technical to strategical aspects of Information Security. His current certifications include CISSP, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor, Lead Implementer, Trainer, Certified Management Systems Auditor and Certified Data Protection Officer.
Friedhelm Düsterhöft is an experienced Information Security and Data Protection consultant, trainer and auditor working in various industries. In 1992 he founded msdd.neT GmbH, providing targeted solutions and services for customers, mainly in the telecommunications, banking, insurance, energy and logistics sectors.
Mr. Düsterhöft has worked for many international operating customers, leading teams and giving advice on many facets of Information Security, as Vulnerability and Patch Management, Risk Management, Security Testing, Information Security Governance and Compliance Management.
His experience covers the full range, from more technical to strategical aspects of Information Security. His current certifications include CISSP, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor, Lead Implementer, Trainer, Certified Management Systems Auditor and Certified Data Protection Officer.
Baptiste Larvol-Simon
Developer, Software Engineer and CTO
GDPR Committee
As a developer, software engineer and CTO, Mr. Baptiste Larvol-Simon has been an indirect practitioner of Information Security for 15 years. After a great experience as the CEO of a medium business, and at the time when the GDPR was gaining much attention, he shifts his interest and job to Privacy and Data Protection for many private or public organizations, some of which are big, and some local.
His Scrum-Agility skills enable him to always add value to organizations and ensure compliance. In this light, Mr. Larvol-Simon has successfully managed compliance projects related to the GDPR; has designed IT risk assessment frameworks using ISO/IEC 27005; has created and implemented GDPR and information security audit checklists based on the ISO 19011, ISO/IEC 17021 and ISO/IEC 17065 standards for external and internal audits.
Since May 2018 Mr. Larvol-Simon, as a PECB certified trainer granted has delivered courses to many DPOs. He also delivered ISO/IEC 27005 trainings and supervised many junior auditors and implementers in their auditing or implementing projects.
Mr. Baptiste Larvol-Simon has worked in France with the SNCF Group (transport, train stations, etc.), Credit Mutuel ARKEA (banking), Aramis Group (healthcare and disabled people), EVEN (agribusiness), etc.
As a developer, software engineer and CTO, Mr. Baptiste Larvol-Simon has been an indirect practitioner of Information Security for 15 years. After a great experience as the CEO of a medium business, and at the time when the GDPR was gaining much attention, he shifts his interest and job to Privacy and Data Protection for many private or public organizations, some of which are big, and some local.
His Scrum-Agility skills enable him to always add value to organizations and ensure compliance. In this light, Mr. Larvol-Simon has successfully managed compliance projects related to the GDPR; has designed IT risk assessment frameworks using ISO/IEC 27005; has created and implemented GDPR and information security audit checklists based on the ISO 19011, ISO/IEC 17021 and ISO/IEC 17065 standards for external and internal audits.
Since May 2018 Mr. Larvol-Simon, as a PECB certified trainer granted has delivered courses to many DPOs. He also delivered ISO/IEC 27005 trainings and supervised many junior auditors and implementers in their auditing or implementing projects.
Mr. Baptiste Larvol-Simon has worked in France with the SNCF Group (transport, train stations, etc.), Credit Mutuel ARKEA (banking), Aramis Group (healthcare and disabled people), EVEN (agribusiness), etc.
Anders Carlstedt
CEO at Parabellum Cybersecurity
Information Security Committee
Mr. Carlstedt is recognized as the mastermind behind the ISO/IEC 27008 standard, which provides guidance for auditors on how to audit Information Security controls. He has been actively involved directly in the development of the ISO/IEC 27000 series in key roles, such as the International Project Manager/Editor for three out of the eight fundamental standards on Information Security Management. In this capacity, Mr. Carlstedt is also currently co-editing the future ISO/IEC 27100 on Cyber Security Frameworks.
Throughout his career, Mr. Carlstedt has also been in Practice Leader roles within security services and Risk Management for companies such as PwC, Deloitte and Accenture to mention a few.
Currently, the Managing Director at PECB Nordic Group Ltd, Mr. Carlstedt represents PECB in Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, and Iceland. Additionally, he is also the CEO of Parabellum CyberSecurity Group; a company specializing in advanced Information Security and Risk Management services.
Muneer A. Baig
Founder & CEO of SYSUSA Inc.
Information Security Committee
Muneer Baig, founder & CEO of SYSUSA Inc., is an industry-recognized dynamic technology executive and visionary with over two decades of experience in developing, implementing and managing Information Technology and Information Security programs.
Mr. Baig, with an in-depth knowledge of technology and business operations, serves as a trusted and strategic advisor to senior leadership across industries focused on developing and implementing strategic Information Technology and Cybersecurity initiatives.
Prior to venturing into SYSUSA, Mr. Baig enjoyed his tenure at Microsoft where he played a key role as part of a team responsible for the development and execution of a global information security assessment program.
As part of the SYSUSA’s leadership team, Mr. Baig advises on IT Strategy, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Governance, and Regulatory Compliance. Mr. Baig and his team of experts enable the transformation of organizations into high performing, secure and resilient enterprises and create a cyber-threat aware workforce.
Mr. Baig currently serves as a member of:
- American Public Transportation Association Cyber Security Working Group
- Prince William County Schools Career and Technology Education Board
- NORC Cyber Training & Education Roadmap Steering Committee
- George Mason University SciTech Advisory Board of Directors
- Commonwealth Cyber Initiative Northern Virginia Node
Genevieve M. Grabman
Attorney
ISO 31000 Committee
Genevieve M. Grabman is an attorney and expert on strategic planning, governance, and risk management. Based in Washington, DC, she has advised public, private, non-profit, and United Nations organizations and helped draft and pass organizational policies and procedures, national laws and regulations, and international treaties. Ms. Grabman is PECB-certified as a risk manager and lead risk manager. She is certified as a change manager through Performance Horizons. In addition, she holds a master’s degree in health policy and management from Johns Hopkins University and earned a Juris Doctor from the Georgetown University Law Center.
Henri Haenni
Founder & Managing Director of Abilene Advisors
Information Security Committee
Henri Haenni is the Founder & General Manager at Abilene Advisors – experts in the areas of Governance, Risk Management and Compliance. He has a Masters degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and an MBA from the Lausanne University Business School.
He advises large governmental organizations and multinational companies in Business Continuity, Information Security and Risk Management. He assists organizations in the implementation of ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management systems; ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management systems and ISO 9001 Quality Management systems, in Switzerland, Europe, the Middle East and South East Asia.
He is an instructor at the Certificate of the Business Continuity Institute and offers workshops in French, English and Spanish. He also teaches PECB ISO 22301, ISO/IEC 20000, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer courses as well as ISO/IEC 27005 Risk Manager courses.
Henri teaches as well in the Sorbonne University of Paris (Governance and Business Continuity).
He chairs various Information Security and Business Continuity workgroups and associations.
Graeme Parker
Managing Director at Parker Solutions Group
Information Security & GDPR Committee
As a Cyber Security and Risk Management professional, Mr. Graeme Parker is equipped with highly valuable technical business skills obtained in high profile private and public sector organizations.
With a proven experience in successfully implementing Information Risk Management Frameworks, as well as developing Effective Management Systems for Risk and Governance, his focus remains in shaping deliverable Cyber and Information Security strategies. Leading several projects to drive organizations through the successful implementation of ISO/IEC 27001, PCI-DSS and various compliance frameworks, Mr. Parker applies his knowledge and experience across many areas of security, including developing security architectures, business processes and procedures, training programs, risk frameworks, audit programs and business continuity plans.
Adding to his consulting competencies, Mr. Parker is also a certified trainer delivering courses to clients across the globe on topics such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 22301, Privacy and Data Protection, CISA, CISSP, CISM and Risk Management. Presently the Managing Director of PECB UK & Ireland and Parker Solutions Group, Mr. Parker is a former member of Capita Business Services, Fujitsu Services, the UK National Health Service, and the Yorkshire Bank.
Haydée Quiñones
President and CEO of Certified Risk Management Group, LLC.
ISO 31000 Committee
Haydée is the President and CEO of Certified Risk Management Group, LLC. She has international and interdisciplinary subject-matter expertise in business continuity, risk management, governance and resilience management systems, records management, quality management, emergency response programs, health and safety, and liability risk management.
With the support of excellent professionals, each competent in their field, Haydée leads teams that have the responsibility of providing diverse management consulting and emergency response services.
Haydée’s experience also encompasses conducting research projects and analyzing emerging risks, presenting their results, and generating recommendations for organizational policies, governance, and resiliency.
Haydée holds a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus. She has a professional engineering license from the College of Engineers and Land Surveyors of Puerto Rico (CIAPR) and is a member of the Commission for risk management, emergencies, and disaster response of the CIAPR.
There are several causes that are dear to Haydée, among which is the protection of the planet and the environment. She is a volunteer on the Climate Change Council of Puerto Rico’s Working Group 3 —Effects on Society and Economy. Specifically, in disaster management and climate change risk assessments on critical infrastructure.
Considering that Haydée’s beloved Puerto Rico has gone through continuous catastrophic disasters in the past years, she provides trainings in emergency planning and response to communities, as she believes that it is in the heart of a community where the initial response takes place. The more educated and prepared, the better off is the community in surviving and overcoming the challenges they face.
Haydée is certified as ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager, ISO 22301 Master, ISO 9001 Lead Implementer, and ISO 55001 Lead Auditor.
Yves Lepage
Senior Director - Information Security and Cyber Defense (CISO) at Revenu Québec
Yves Lepage is a highly experienced professional in the field of Information Technology and Cybersecurity, with an impressive track record spanning over 33 years. Throughout his career, Yves has worked across a wide range of industries, including banking, airline, shipping, telecommunications, and education, where he has served in various roles of increasing responsibility. These roles have included management positions, as well as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) roles, where he was responsible for the implementation and management of cybersecurity programs.
In addition to his extensive work experience, Yves is also an accomplished author of technical books, which have been well-received by industry experts and professionals alike. Furthermore, Yves is a member of the ISO “subcommittee 27,” the body that develops ISO cybersecurity standards, which demonstrates his deep expertise and commitment to information security, cybersecurity, and privacy protection.
Beyond his technical expertise, Yves is also a renowned speaker and experienced entrepreneur, recognized for his leadership and innovation in the field of information technology. He is enthusiastic and passionate about sharing his knowledge and can adapt to different types of audiences, from management to technical, which makes him a sought-after speaker at various industry events.
Overall, Yves Lepage is a true expert in the field of Information Technology and Cybersecurity, with a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion that he brings to every role and project he undertakes.
Fatos Ismali
Senior Data & AI Solutions Architect at Microsoft UK
Fatos works as a Senior Data & AI Solutions Architect at Microsoft, UK. He is passionate about using state-of-the-art techniques and technologies to deliver solutions to business and societal problems using ML and AI. Fatos leads the Conversational AI and Cognitive Services task force within Microsoft, UK, and focuses on helping large enterprises adopt AI and ML at scale. He advises C-level executives, Heads of Analytics, Data Science, ML Leads, Chief Data Officers, and Data and AI Architects and Developers on achieving AI maturity, constructing cross-functional Data Science teams, and building AI capability in Microsoft’s Azure Cloud. He works with some of the largest organizations in the world within the Financial Services, Insurance, Public Sector, Media and Telecommunications, and Manufacturing industries, to name a few.
In March 2020, Fatos won Microsoft’s Champions Award for his impactful work at the NHS by building the data analytics platform for the NHSX COVID-19 Test and Trace program, crucial in providing an analytics view on the spread and development of COVID-19 across the UK. Fatos has a particular passion for Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Machine Learning Operationalization (MLOps). His work on MLOps at a major manufacturing organization in the UK contributed to the customer winning the DevOps Industry Award in 2021 for their end-to-end MLOps architecture.
Outside of Microsoft, Fatos runs the Data Science Initiative meetup community in London, with over 3,600 Data Scientists, facilitating an environment for Data Scientists to gather, collaborate and share knowledge through talks, workshops, and hackathons. He is an international speaker and often presents on topics such as MLOps, NLP, Cognitive AI, and ML. Fatos holds a BSc in Computer Science and a Master’s degree in Data Warehouses and Business Intelligence.