viLogics, a cybersecurity firm specializing in business-class solutions and based in Florida, has announced the acceptance of its Founder and CEO, Shawn Long, into the Pioneers and Legends community. This Naples-based executive network focuses on fostering leadership, innovation, and the exchange of business insights among current and former CEOs, CXOs, board members, founders, investors, and advisors in Southwest Florida. The organization is dedicated to connecting leaders and encouraging the sharing of knowledge and experiences through guest speakers and roundtable discussions.
Shawn Long’s induction into Pioneers and Legends signifies viLogics’ increasing involvement with the executive and technology leadership community in Southwest Florida. This move aligns with the company’s mission to treat cyber risk as a business issue rather than merely a technical concern. “Pioneers and Legends brings together the kind of leaders who understand that technology, innovation, and business strategy now move together,” Long stated. He emphasized the importance of including cybersecurity in executive discussions due to its impact on operations, resilience, and long-term growth.
Founded in 2008, viLogics offers a suite of services designed to manage cyber risk, including Managed Security Services, Managed GRC, Strategic Consulting, and Integrated IT and Cybersecurity. Operating across North America, the firm maintains facilities in Florida and Pennsylvania, with a data center in Pennsylvania that offers colocation availability. By participating in executive communities like Pioneers and Legends, viLogics aims to assist leadership teams in making informed cybersecurity decisions, linking cyber risk to essential business areas such as governance, financial exposure, and reputation.
Shawn Long brings a wealth of leadership experience from founding and leading viLogics, and has a background in healthcare leadership as well. His expertise is particularly relevant for sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics, which are under pressure to modernize their cybersecurity measures and protect vital systems. Long noted the strength of Southwest Florida’s growing community of executives and investors who are serious about technology’s future. He sees viLogics’ participation in this community as crucial to helping leaders across Florida and North America better understand cyber risks and make strategic decisions to safeguard their businesses.
viLogics continues to champion a business-first approach to cybersecurity, integrating it into broader business strategies to help clients reduce complexity and improve resilience. The company encourages executives seeking to understand their organization’s exposure to cyber risks and aiming to enhance their cybersecurity posture to reach out and start a conversation. More information about viLogics’ services can be found on their website or by contacting them directly.