Craig Newell

Craig Newell has over 20 years of work experience in the field of information security. Craig is currently serving as the Vice President of Enterprise Information Security at GDI Integrated Facility Services. Prior to this, they held the position of Director of Cyber Security at LCBO, where they were responsible for modernizing information security, risk, and governance capabilities. Craig also worked as an Information Security Contractor/Director at 2353936 ONTARIO LTD., establishing an information security and risk management practice. Craig has also held managerial roles at Direct Energy and Capgemini Canada, where they led teams and implemented enterprise-wide solutions to reduce risk. Earlier in their career, they worked as a self-employed contractor, providing information security consulting services. Throughout their career, Craig has demonstrated their expertise in areas such as investigations, vulnerability management, and risk assessments.

Craig Newell's education history includes multiple degrees and certifications. In 1992, they attended Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, where they studied print journalism and graduated in 1994. Later, they pursued further education and obtained a Culinary Arts Certificate from George Brown College between 2021 and 2024. Craig also enrolled in Trent University from 2021 to 2032, where they earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree.

In addition to their degrees, Craig has obtained various certifications. In 2005, they became a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) through ISACA. Craig further enhanced their security expertise by obtaining the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification from ISACA in 2007. In 2010, Craig achieved certification in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) also from ISACA. More recently, in 2020, they completed the Ivey Leadership Program offered by The Ivey Academy at the Ivey Business School. Craig's most recent certification, obtained in 2021, is the Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) from ISACA.

It should be noted that while Craig's education history and certifications provide a comprehensive overview of their academic and professional qualifications, no information is provided regarding any additional degrees or certifications beyond what is stated above.