Building an early-stage security vendor is not easy. We’ve spoken with hundreds of security founders over the years, and the most common challenges are finding product market fit, defining product messaging, hiring top performers and building ARR.
We’re hugely excited to announce the Aspiron Search Advisory Board is now live. We’re committed to not only finding the best staff for our security clients, but offering a well-rounded advisory solution to help our early and growth stage clients avoid the common pitfalls that start-ups face.
The Aspiron Search Advisory Board offers a direct solution to these challenges. By partnering with us, you gain access to industry-leading experts who can guide you on the best steps for optimal business growth.
Our Advisors
Mike Privette
Mike has been a friend of Aspiron for years. He was our very first guest on CyberBytes: The Podcast, part of the first cohort of the CyberBytes FirstStep Initiative, and overall has been a true sounding board and guide for us. We’re extremely proud to welcome Mike as our first public Advisor.
As a seasoned CISO, Cybersecurity investor and advisor, Mike Privette boasts a wealth of industry knowledge, bridging the gaps of understanding between founders, investors, and practitioners. His multi-faceted approach to the space creates a unique viewpoint, driven largely by his weekly newsletter, Return on Security which covers the economics of the cybersecurity industry, investments, M&A activity, and market trends.
“Joining Aspiron’s advisory board is a thrilling opportunity to apply my deep industry insights and security leadership experience. I’m excited to collaborate on shaping the future of cybersecurity recruiting and connecting top talent with groundbreaking opportunities.”
Mike has a multitude of different media outlets, including his popular newsletter ‘Return on Security’. Return on Security is a useful tool for market research, with a weekly review of cybersecurity funding and industry news, and has become widely recognised within the cybersecurity space – a testament to the expertise and industry knowledge Mike possesses.
With nearly 20 years of industry experience, Mike is well-versed in effective market positioning and differentiation. His extensive background in leading and developing cybersecurity programs for regional and global banks, as well as insurance companies in the Financial Services sector, has given him a broad understanding of various cybersecurity environments.
The Value Added to Your Business:
- Mike’s extensive experience in investing brings the competitive edge to early and growth stage vendors, meaning he knows exactly what buyers want and can assess what is an approachable model and what is not.
- Mike’s experience as a CISO provides critical insights into your product’s market fit, with the invaluable mix of insider knowledge and outsider perspective, ultimately helping to navigate the space and propel your business forward, helping to build a strategy that works.
- As an influential voice in the industry, Mike leverages his access to top cybersecurity leaders, utilizing his extensive network to connect you with experts who can drive your business to success.
Over the coming months, the Aspiron Advisory Board will be announcing new members as we roll out this solution to our clients.