S2E9: Ron Gula

In this episode of Resilient Cyber, Chris Hughes and Dr. Nikki Robinson chat with Ron Gula, founder of Gula Tech Adventures and former CEO of Tenable Network Security, about his experience in founding cybersecurity companies, investing in the space, and serving on boards. 💡

🔑 Key Highlights:

• Ron’s journey from founding Tenable to becoming a prominent cybersecurity investor

• His thoughts on the current cybersecurity landscape and the public's understanding of cyber threats

• The importance of security engineering and creating resilient systems by design

• What Ron looks for when investing in cybersecurity companies and emerging technologies

• The challenges of scaling cybersecurity solutions for small and large businesses

• Advice for entrepreneurs seeking board members and how to strategically build a board

• How the Gula Tech Foundation is working to increase diversity and close the cybersecurity skills gap

Ron also discusses his philanthropic work, including competitive grants aimed at increasing African-American engagement in cybersecurity and his thoughts on how the industry can attract more diverse talent.