John Gift Mba

John Gift MBA, CISSP, CISM, CEH, CIH holds significant leadership roles in information security and technology, currently serving as a Board Member for the National Technology Security Coalition and a Governing Body Member for Evanta, a Gartner Company. As an Executive Member of the ITSMF and World 50, along with membership in The Executive Leadership Council, John contributes to high-level strategic discussions in the cybersecurity domain. With a robust background as Chief Information Security Officer for Smurfit Westrock, John's leadership facilitated the creation of an award-winning cybersecurity program recognized by the CSO 50 Award. Other notable positions include founding and directing EagleIT Consulting and serving as Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer at Carters Inc. Academic credentials include advanced degrees and programs completed at prestigious institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University and Iowa State University.