Dee Kimata

Dee Kimata is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in leadership and management roles across multiple sectors. Currently serving as the Cybersecurity Thought Leadership Director and Cybersecurity Services Director at Schneider Electric since December 2020, Dee oversees a global portfolio of cybersecurity solutions tailored for various industrial segments. Prior to this, Dee co-founded Portend Cybersecurity, focusing on developing an OT cybersecurity risk management platform. Dee's career includes significant positions at ABB as Global Product Manager for Cybersecurity, and at KPMG as a consultant in Cybersecurity Services, where contributions led to substantial business growth and enhanced client security measures. With a robust technical foundation, Dee participated in GE's leadership programs and has gained diverse expertise through various roles within GE and other organizations. Dee holds an MBA from Rice Business and a Finance degree from Creighton University.