Danny Jenkins is the CEO and Co-Founder of ThreatLocker, a cybersecurity company specializing in Zero Trust endpoint protection solutions. With over two decades of experience in building and securing corporate networks, including red and blue team operations, Jenkins is a recognized authority in the cybersecurity industry. He is dedicated to advancing cybersecurity awareness and frequently speaks on topics such as ransomware and the Zero Trust approach. Jenkins began his cybersecurity career in 1997 as an ethical hacker. His early career experiences reinforced the importance of proactive, robust cybersecurity measures.
How to Start a Company When You Don’t Want to: A Journey from Founder to CTO to CEO – Danny Jenkins – FS #9
In this episode of Founder Stories, Danny Jenkins, CEO & Co-Founder at ThreatLocker, shares his journey from Founder to CTO to CEO. He discusses why he founded ThreatLocker, although he didn’t really want to, his unique approach to hiring, and whether cybersecurity expertise is required or valuable. Danny also delves into the importance (or not) and timing of advisors, including inviting non-customers as advisors. The conversation concludes with Danny’s insights in the Founders Five segment, offering valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. This segment is sponsored by ThreatLocker. Visit https://founderstories.tv/threatlocker to learn more about them! 00:00 The Genesis of ThreatLocker. ...
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In this episode of Founder Stories, Danny Jenkins, CEO & Co-Founder at ThreatLocker, shares his journey from Founder to CTO to CEO. He discusses why he founded ThreatLocker, although he didn't really want to, his unique approach to hiring, and whether cybersecurity expertise is required or valuable. Danny also delves into the importance (or not) and timing of advisors, including inviting non-customers as advisors. The conversation concludes with Danny's insights in the Founders Five segment, offering valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.This segment is sponsored by ThreatLocker. Visit https://founderstories.tv/threatlocker to learn more about them!00:00 The Genesis of ThreatLocker05:25 Building the Team: Early Days12:00 The Role of Advisors and Customer Feedback16:41 Words of Wisdom for Aspiring Founders19:58 The Founders Five: Quickfire Questions
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