“Winning multiple ‘best places to work’ awards is helping us land outstanding cybersecurity and business talent,” said Christian Hyatt, CEO and Co-founder, risk3sixty. “Competition for experienced IT staff, especially those with cybersecurity expertise, has never been tougher.”
One of the newest talent acquisitions, Andy Montoya, is taking over as Head of Marketing. He will create and execute marketing strategy and operations in support of the company’s business objectives. In addition, Montoya’s operation will assist sales in achieving its revenue goals. A seasoned growth-oriented marketer with extensive experience in the technology sector, and cybersecurity specifically, Montoya cited risk3sixty’s aggressive growth and award-winning culture as reasons why he joined the company.
“Having an award-winning culture, as determined by our employees, continues to pay off for us as we’ve attracted outstanding new recruits including Andy Montoya who brings diverse technical marketing skills, strong strategic thinking and fresh leadership vision to our team,” added Hyatt.
About risk3sixty risk3sixty, an Atlanta-based cybersecurity technology and consulting firm, works with mid-level and enterprise firms to help leadership build and manage security, privacy and compliance programs that strengthen public and stakeholder trust while enabling business goals. These efforts are propelled by the company’s cybersecurity playbook, experienced team, expert leadership and powerful GRC platform, Phalanx. The firm has a proven track record of helping accomplish these missions for high-value clients that want a safer way to scale their business. Additionally, risk3sixty consistently takes top honors in prestigious “Best Places to Work” competitions conducted by Consulting Magazine and Atlanta Business Chronicle. The company has also received the HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the U.S. Department of Labor for its leadership in recruiting, hiring and retaining employees who have served in the military. To learn more, visit https://risk3sixty.com.
“Trusted B2B partners provide guidance and expertise that leaders rely on at various steps of their organization’s journey. Partners with demonstrated ability to deliver quality support are at the core of the business and help bring big ideas to life,” says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. Business Media.
“Being recognized in Inc.’s Power Partner Awards is a testament to the relentless pursuit of excellence that defines the ethos of BrightMind Consulting Group. We are driven by the success of our clients and are committed to being the catalyst that propels them into their next phase of growth,” says Jevon Wooden, CEO of BrightMind Consulting Group. “Providing a steady, insightful hand is invaluable in the dynamic and often turbulent business landscape. Our recognition in this prestigious award underscores our impact in nurturing businesses, fostering leadership, and empowering organizations to navigate and thrive amid challenges.”
Over the years, BrightMind Consulting Group has been instrumental in significantly impacting the growth trajectories of a diverse range of businesses. In one instance, BrightMind Consulting Group partnered with a Houston-based electrician and generator installation and maintenance company facing client acquisition and retention challenges. Through meticulous analysis and the implementation of a refined client acquisition strategy, the client’s cost per acquisition was reduced by a staggering 90%, while simultaneously enhancing the lifetime value of a client by 50%. This transformation fortified their market position and created a sustainable model for continuous growth and client satisfaction.
In another exemplary collaboration, BrightMind Consulting Group engaged with a digital marketing agency based in Spain that sought to elevate its operational efficiency. BrightMind Consulting Group’s bespoke solutions, grounded in thorough analysis and innovative strategies, enabled the agency to catapult its operational efficiency by an impressive 200%. The ripple effect of this enhancement was seen in various facets of the agency’s operations, igniting a cycle of continuous improvement and heightened performance that poises them for long-term success.
BrightMind Consulting Group’s footprint extends beyond consultancy, into community outreach, knowledge-sharing, and thought leadership initiatives that aim to foster a rich ecosystem of knowledge, innovation, and growth. “The recognition by Inc.’s Power Partner Awards resonates profoundly with our ethos of delivering tangible results and nurturing a culture of excellence, propelling us further in our mission to be the linchpin of success for emerging and established businesses alike,” says Wooden.
The November 2023 Issue of Inc. magazine is available online at https://www.inc.com/magazineand will be on newsstands beginning October 31, 2023.
About BrightMind Consulting Group
BrightMind Consulting Group, a veteran and minority-owned coaching and consulting firm nestled in the heart of Houston, Texas, stands as a beacon of business growth, strategy expertise, and leadership coaching, dedicated to catapulting enterprises and leaders into new realms of success and operational excellence. With a profound understanding of leadership dynamics, business strategy, marketing, and technology, we craft tailor-made solutions that navigate the intricate tapestry of business challenges and market dynamics. Our approach—a fusion of sharp analysis, innovative strategy, and practical solutions, coupled with insightful leadership coaching—translates into tangible results that significantly impact the bottom line.
Whether fine-tuning operational frameworks, streamlining client acquisition strategies, bolstering market standings, or honing leadership acumen, we seamlessly integrate with the organizations we collaborate with, ensuring a shared vision of success. Our accolades, including recognition in Inc.’s Power Partner Awards, echo our standing as a trusted ally in the business community, fostering success for a spectrum of clients, from budding startups to seasoned enterprises. BrightMind Consulting Group is more than a consultancy; we partner in transforming ambition into tangible success, embodying a relentless pursuit of excellence and value-driven service in the business landscape.
Sensible Money works closely with clients to develop financial strategies that consider their current assets, personal values, financial goals, and market conditions, evolving those plans as needed to optimize their portfolios. The firm has achieved a compound annual growth rate in excess of 20% since its founding in 2011.
Among the firm’s near-term initiatives are increasing operational efficiency, developing scalable practices, staffing to meet growing demand, and making tech stack enhancements.
“I’m excited to join a firm with such great chemistry and a demonstrated commitment to client success,” said Schoenecker. “Having built successful businesses of my own and played a key role in scaling others, I’m confident that my expertise is exactly what Sensible Money needs at this critical juncture. We’re not after growth for its own sake but to ensure we can continue offering the stellar service we’re known for. I’m looking forward to the challenges of optimizing various aspects of the business to meet the needs of people who make the critical decision to entrust us with their financial future.”
About Sensible Money
Sensible Money provides tailored strategies and guidance to clients looking for the best ways to grow their resources so they can enjoy financial freedom in retirement. Founded in 2011 by CFP®, RMA®, and Kolbe Certified™ financial expert Dana Anspach and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, the firm has a team of highly trained and experienced financial planners and support staff that serve a long and growing list of satisfied clients.
Three state-of-the-art Crimson WU31 3DLP® laser projectors now take the center stage for a mesmerizing son et lumière on the walls of this 500-year-old monument, replacing the legacy S+20 Roadster projectors that served for over a decade. The projectors were installed and commissioned by Christie’s longstanding partner, Modern Stage Service, which played a pivotal role in the same project 12 years ago, serving as master systems integrator.
“We’re thrilled to witness our valued end user’s enduring loyalty to the Christie brand for over a decade as it transitions from lamp to laser, bringing forth even more spectacular visual experiences for audiences,” said Varinder Wadhwa, director of Modern Stage Service. “The Crimson Series is the ideal choice for this outdoor nighttime extravaganza with its remarkable brightness, a long-lasting laser light source, and enhanced color performance. This projection systems upgrade heralds a new era of immersive visual storytelling, seamlessly blending history, culture, and technology.”
The Crimson WU31 projectors have been strategically positioned in enclosures at a height of approximately 2 meters (2.5 feet), located nearly 200 meters (656 feet) away from the frontage of the Old Fort. Even at this considerable distance, the images, spanning 50 meters (164 feet) in width and 20 meters (65 feet) in height, appear strikingly vivid and lifelike. Each projector, with 31,500 lumens of brightness, effectively overcomes the challenges associated with projecting onto the Old Fort’s uneven and jagged surfaces. With the aid of advanced edge blending and calibration tools such as Christie Twist ™, seamless alignment ensures that audiences are treated to an impressive spectacle.
The content of the show will also be revamped to present a new, 25-minute performance infused with captivating imagery that promises a more concise and engaging narrative of Delhi’s history. Among the new features is multilingual delivery, which provides audiences with a choice of at least seven languages. Special headphones will be available for up to 400 attendees per show to create a personalized experience.
Rishubh Nayar, sales director for India, Enterprise, Christie, commented, “We’re delighted that our Crimson Series projectors are rejuvenating the son et lumière at the Old Fort. This milestone, marking our 150th permanent projection mapping project and revisiting the site of our first outdoor mapping show in India, adds even more significance and sentiment to the occasion. We are truly grateful for the unwavering trust of our valued end user and their seamless transition to laser illumination, a transformation expertly orchestrated by Modern Stage Service, ensuring the delivery of breathtaking and vibrant imagery.”
Engineered to withstand the rigors of demanding, high-usage applications, the Christie Crimson Series projectors are built tough and feature an IP5X-sealed, solid-state laser light source providing years of reliable, low-cost, and virtually maintenance-free operation. Along with the ultra-fast processing of‥Christie TruLife™‥electronics‥and the built-in warp and blend capabilities of‥Christie Twist, they offer installation flexibility and amazing visual experiences.
With the addition of ATEX Performance Certification, facilities can ensure unmatched safety, reliability, and compliance for their workers operating in environments with potentially explosive atmospheres.
In Germany, the Ventis Pro5 will now be listed as an approved device by the BGRCI. This means that Ventis Pro5 will be part of a list of detectors recommended for use by German industry. ATEX performance certification is an accreditation that only a few instruments globally achieve. When a gas detector is subjected to the extensive testing requirements of ATEX Performance and passes, it is a statement that the instrument has been designed to withstand being used in the most difficult and hazardous environments – while still ensuring accurate measurements are made.
“Now that Industrial Scientific has secured ATEX Performance Certification, we can deliver this world-class connected solution to even more customers, enabling them to protect their workers from some of the world’s most hazardous environments,” says Gavin Boorman, managing director and general manager, Industrial Scientific EMEA. “This additional certification brings us one step closer to achieving Our Mission of ending death on the job by 2050, and we could not be more excited to offer this additional capability to our customers.”
About Industrial Scientific Corporation Industrial Scientific is on a mission to end death on the job through portable gas detection, hardware as a service, and advanced analytics that help prevent exposure to hazards and deliver unmatched clarity into safety and operational performance. For nearly 40 years, Industrial Scientific has helped customers around the world automate critical safety workflows to ensure that their people go home safely each night. For more information, visit http://www.indsci.com.
PayBito Chief and Blockchain pioneer, Raj Chowdhury states, “As a part of the crypto industry, we are dedicated to offering our users a broad range of choices, and this addition demonstrates that commitment. Our ultimate objective is to establish PayBito as the leading platform for all crypto traders, and we are confident that these new additions will help us achieve this goal.”
PayBito is a renowned and globally acclaimed crypto exchange platform for its state-of-the-art infrastructure, and underpinned blockchain technology. The advanced trading tools, and high-end security features, with multi-factor authentication, help PayBito offer a seamless trading experience to its investors. Other than its advanced features, the platform ensures regular updates of its features to provide the best services. PayBito’s security features ensure a thorough inspection of any altcoins before adding them to its platform. The coin is required to pass through several stages of verification and match the eligibility standards including regulatory requirements. The policies help the exchange to offer a positive trading experience and ensure transparency and trust to keep the traders safe from scammers, and cybercriminals.
PayBito is a renowned crypto exchange platform and has received several awards for collaboration and contribution to the crypto industry. The exchange has an extensive list of top cryptocurrencies around the world. The platform is well known for providing its top-notch white-label crypto exchange solution to top financial institutions across 26 countries. PayBito recently launched the world’s first crypto broker platform opening doors for institutional investors, individual brokers, entrepreneurs, and anyone willing to venture into the crypto space.
NEO the platform for GAS tokens was founded in 2104, by Erik Zhang, and Da Hongfei. The token acts as a payment option for carrying transactions on the NEO blockchain network. According to indicators, the GAS token is neutral. It recorded 53% green days and a price volatility of 3.52% over the last month.
CFX, the native token of Conflux, has a multitude of uses. It can be used for paying transaction fees, storing value, earning staking rewards, and receiving miner incentives. Furthermore, CFX owners have the chance to engage in the network’s management and impact its growth and development.
STX is the main digital currency of the Stacks blockchain network. It is responsible for powering its smart contract functionality for Bitcoin and providing incentives to miners on the open Stacks network. Furthermore, possessing STX permits users to earn Bitcoin via a process called “Stacking”. With the avant-garde infrastructure and updated top-notch features, PayBito is the best crypto trading platform for investors. With the increasing number of crypto traders and investors worldwide, PayBito remains committed to becoming a ‘One-stop solution’ for crypto enthusiasts.
About PayBito:
PayBito is a leading cryptocurrency asset trading platform operating globally. The platform is designed and managed by a team with rich experience in Banking security systems, Cryptocurrency trading, and Blockchain technology. It is available in the web version as well as in iOS and Android stores. PayBito services include a white-label cryptocurrency exchange, white-label payment gateway, exchange affiliate, and coin listing. PayBito offers some of the best rates and top-notch security in the crypto world.
Wallstreet Suite is an enterprise-level treasury management system. The new solution is designed to handle complex treasury needs, while providing global visibility to cash, liquidity, and exposures. Wallstreet Suite’s modular, service-oriented architecture enables finance teams to achieve more through automation and exception management, making it possible to scale operations and bring greater visibility to the finance organization.
Migros sought to improve automation and data visibility within their treasury processes. The business will benefit from Wallstreet Suite’s new user experience that equips users to monitor trades, bank statements, settlements, and statuses in real time with visual alerts. Migros also looked to advance their technology and reduce their total cost of ownership by migrating their operations to the ION Cloud. Running Wallstreet Suite in the Cloud will simplify Migros’ operations, reduce their costs, and increase their agility while improving the overall security and integration of the solution.
“We upgraded to the new Wallstreet Suite to automate our business processes, improve data management, support our advanced reporting, and increase visibility to free up our treasurers’ time. We will use Wallstreet Suite to centralize workflows, automate key processes like bank reporting and settlement, and provide easy component upgrades. This is an exciting step in our partnership with ION, further applying our mutual commitment to using advanced, automated technologies,” said Beda Ledergerber, Head of Treasury at Migros.
“We are very excited to bring Migros to the new Wallstreet Suite solution and at the same time migrate them to our ION Cloud,” said Richard Grossi, CEO of ION Corporates. “Migros’ adoption is a new milestone in our long-standing relationship spanning over 25 years, and a testament to the benefits of the long-term client partnerships ION seeks. With the new solution, Migros realizes immediate benefits around centralization, visibility, control, and efficiency, while getting ready for further deployment activity by onboarding new businesses to a common treasury model.”
“By migrating to the ION Cloud, Migros has chosen the ideal environment to benefit from high system performance for Wallstreet Suite enabling scalability and business agility, yet reducing total cost of ownership,” said Loic Leonard, Head of Product (Wallstreet Suite) at ION Treasury. “We are delighted to see Migros leverage the innovations we have brought to the new Wallstreet Suite in bank account management, real-time bank reporting and cash positioning, trade confirmation matching, treasury analytics, and reporting and to leverage each within the ION Cloud.”
About ION ION provides mission-critical trading and workflow automation software, high-value analytics and insights, and strategic consulting to financial institutions, central banks, governments, and corporates. Our solutions and services simplify complex processes, boost efficiency, and enable better decision-making. We build long-term partnerships with our clients, helping transform their businesses for sustained success through continuous innovation. For more information, visit https://iongroup.com/.
About ION Treasury ION Treasury delivers unique treasury and risk management solutions to organizations of all sizes, offering both on-premises and cloud options. Our award-winning solutions help manage liquidity and mitigate operational, financial, and reputational risk. Together with a global community of over 1,100 clients, we are shaping the future of treasury and risk management technology. For more information, visit https://iongroup.com/treasury/.
About Wallstreet Suite Wallstreet Suite is an enterprise-level treasury management system and payment hub solution. The new solution is designed to handle complex treasury needs, including high volumes of payments and sophisticated risk management, while providing global visibility to cash, liquidity, and exposures. Wallstreet Suite’s modular, service-oriented architecture enables finance teams to achieve more through automation and exception management, making it possible to scale operations and bring greater visibility to the finance organization. For more information, visit https://iongroup.com/products/treasury/wallstreet-suite/.
About Migros Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, Migros is Switzerland’s largest retail company, supermarket chain, and private employer.
With the integration of Perry Weather into Playbooks for Golf, golf courses subscribing to Perry Weather services can now seamlessly incorporate historical weather data and rainfall reports into their course records. Furthermore, they can utilize location-specific data crucial for evaluating growing degree days (GDD) and evapotranspiration readings.
“We have been looking for a weather partner for a while now, and the Perry Weather integration is exactly what we needed,” said Playbooks for Golf co-founder Matt Leverich. “It allows users to save time filling out logs with historical weather insertion. Plus, they can attain more accurate data to use for our automated GDD, humidity, and rainfall tracking. Perry Weather has been great to work with and we are excited to offer this option to our clients moving forward.”
“We are excited to continue our mission to provide the golf industry with leading weather data insights through our partnership with Playbooks for Golf,” said Colin Perry, CEO and founder of Perry Weather. “We look forward to the benefits golf course superintendents utilizing Perry Weather and Playbooks for Golf will see in their day to day operations.”
“Perry Weather and its web-based platform make it more practical today than any other weather monitoring systems I’ve used in the past and Playbooks for Golf keeps us compliant with all reporting agencies and also provides a record of applications at our fingertips,” said Royal Oaks Country Club Golf Superintendent KD Davis. “Integrating Perry Weather and Playbooks is a win-win. Often, applications are made or adjusted with weather forecasts in mind. Having them together makes decision making that much quicker.”
The collaboration with Playbooks for Golf represents Perry Weather’s latest innovation in the golf industry, reinforcing its position as the go-to weather platform trusted by hundreds of golf courses and country clubs across the nation.
ABOUT PERRY WEATHER
Perry Weather is a modern weather safety and operations platform used by golf courses and country clubs nationwide. In July, Perry Weather became the official weather platform of the PGA of America. From lightning safety to heat stress and air quality monitoring, Perry Weather’s software, outdoor warning systems, and weather stations help golf courses keep players and members safe while contributing weather data insights for better course maintenance and management. For more information about Perry Weather, visit www.perryweather.com.
ABOUT PLAYBOOKS FOR GOLF
Playbooks for Golf is a premier provider of golf course management software. Their comprehensive platform empowers golf course superintendents and managers with the tools and insights needed to optimize golf course operations and deliver an exceptional golf experience. For more information about Playbooks for Golf, visit www.goplaybooks.com.
As digital change continues to dominate the agenda of the global C-Suite, organizations across all industries and geographies must make deeper investments to create true impact. This year’s SuperNova winners represent individuals, teams and organizations who overcame significant hurdles amidst the rise of generative AI, inflation, and a looming recession. They have demonstrated excellence in responding to disruptive forces, implementing novel initiatives, and delivering proven results with the technical prowess needed for reinventing modern organizations.
“Every SuperNova Award finalist demonstrated a mastery for inspiring transformation in culture, process, and technology,” noted R “Ray” Wang, chairman and founder of Constellation Research. “What set the winners apart were their ability to show quantifiable and sustainable transformation that met both short term and long-term goals.”
2023 SuperNova Award Winners
AI & Augmented Humanity Futures Recovery Healthcare
Data to Decisions Cisco Systems
Digital Safety, Governance & Privacy Service NSW
ESG & Sustainability Baker Hughes
Future of Work: Employee Experience EDF Renewables North America
Future of Work: Human Capital Management Deutsche Post DHL Group (DPDHL)
Marketing & Sales Effectiveness TSB
Next-Generation Customer Experience Combilift
Tech Optimization & Modernization Chevron Federal Credit Union
Constellation Research is a technology research and advisory firm based in Silicon Valley. We deliver strategic guidance to companies seeking to transform their businesses through the early adoption of disruptive technology. Our analysts draw on their experiences as practitioners to deliver pragmatic advice to CXOs leading digital transformation within their organizations. Clients include board of directors, C-suite executives, line-of-business leaders, and IT visionaries who are not afraid to challenge the status quo. Our mission is to conduct research on emerging technologies, identify and validate trends, and empower our clients to succeed in the digital economy. Constellation Research also hosts DisrupTV, a show hosted by our founder R “Ray” Wang, which features disruptive leaders and reaches 40k+ viewers each week.
James Greene will support Riscosity’s production efforts as the company continues to expand its best-in-class data security platform.
“It’s exciting to be the CTO and Co-founder of an innovative and cutting edge security company. We have an exemplary team to ride this rocketship and lead the company into a new era of network, API, and application security that protects against the latest attack vectors that companies face today. Buckle up, because the team has already built a top shelf security platform and we’re just getting started!”, said Greene.
Dr. Singh will chair Riscosity’s advisory council and provide guidance on Riscosity’s product direction and investments. An accomplished security leader, he is most recently the CISO at Alkami Technology, a premier digital banking solutions provider for banks and credit unions.
“Software Supply chain issues have exploded on the horizon in recent years, MOVEit being the most recent example of it. NIST SP 800-161r1 has been created to provide guidance on how to secure data and software supply chains. Government and defense departments are making it a condition for doing business. But the issues are not limited to them only. Every organization that acquires and uses technology products and services has exposure to data and supply chain security vulnerabilities. That’s why I am truly excited to be the chair of the Advisory Board of Riscosity. As a first mover and innovator in this space, they are well positioned to secure software supply chains and manage regulatory pressures that organizations are facing”, said Dr. Singh.
The Riscosity team will be meeting with customers and industry experts at the OWASP AppSec conference on October 30, 2023 in DC, as well as at the Cyber Security Summit November 17, 2023 in New York. Find a time to meet the team and learn more about implementing security for data in transit. Book time today!
About Riscosity
Riscosity is the pioneer in data security – revolutionizing the ability of enterprises to gain visibility into and mitigate their data supply chain risk. Riscosity enables organizations to quickly develop, confidently deploy, and securely manage software that leverages third-party components and data sub-processors without compromise. Headquartered in Austin, and with employees distributed throughout the United States, Riscosity supports leading security and compliance teams from top global brands. For more information, visit our partner page.
