David Askey – CEO of TechNow
David Askey has worked in the field of IT security for over 30 years. Dave received a Computer Science degree at UW-Madison while working for the Computer Science and Mathematics departments. Inspired by net-work technologies that led to the Internet, Mr. Askey was guided by some of the greatest minds at UW. Mr. Askey has instructed developers of ASIMS, which some regard as the earlist IDS. As the industry matured to require Red Teams, Blue Teams and Computer Crime investigators, Mr. Askey stood up TechNow to meet those educational demands. Having taught over 130 courses, Dave’s career has expanded into many technology realms. His instruction ranges at the highest levels of security and technologies.
Patrick Cota – President of Scope 10
Patrick Cota has been involved in marketing and advertising for more than 28 years with over 18 years in Corporate America. In 2008, Mr. Cota left Corporate America to start Scope 10, a nationally recognized web development and marketing agency. A high energy leader with a documented record of success in multiple channels of marketing, he possesses a remarkable ability to bring people together; inspire creativity and motivate them to not only excel in their professional careers but also in their personal lives. An agent for positive change, Mr. Cota provides authentic leadership and communication skills.