Tag: ZBeta
ZBeta appoints Jim McCormack as learning and development manager
December 19, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—ZBeta, a comprehensive physical security consulting services provider, has announced the addition of Jim McCormack as learning and development manager.
In this role, he will focus on building the company’s commitment to learning, technical excellence, and collaboration.
McCormack will shape and oversee ZBeta’s learning and development initiatives, spanning onboarding, career growth, and knowledge sharing. His focus will be on creating programs that scale - helping...
ZBeta names Conal O’Doherty and Jesse “JJ” Knutson as principals
December 8, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—ZBeta, a provider of comprehensive physical security consulting services, has announced that senior executives Conal O’Doherty and Jesse “JJ” Knutson have been named principals of the firm.
In their respective roles as chief growth officer and chief operating officer, O’Doherty and Knutson have been instrumental in shaping ZBeta’s identity by elevating the brand, enriching the client experience, advancing corporate strategy, strengthening operational...
ZBeta promotes Juli Riles to vice president of finance
October 30, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—ZBeta, a provider of comprehensive physical security consulting services, has announced the promotion of Juli Riles to vice president of finance.
Riles is a seasoned and well-respected finance executive with experience leading financial operations in both the competitive construction and technology industries.
Over the course of her career at ZBeta, she has been instrumental in strengthening the company’s financial foundation and helping guide it through a period of...
ZBeta announces Chris Martini as principal consultant
October 21, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—Physical security design and managed services firm ZBeta has announced the appointment of Chris Martini as principal consultant.
In this role, Martini will guide strategic initiatives, strengthen client partnerships, and help advance ZBeta's mission of delivering transformative solutions.
Martini is a board-certified security leader with more than 30 years of experience designing and leading enterprise risk, physical security, and resilience programs for large, complex...
Specifically Speaking: Michael Lavway on reimagining the role of security
June 25, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
LARKSPUR, Calif.—Michael Lavway sees security as “the great equalizer” - “every organization wants to protect its people, assets and reputation.” But as the industry evolves, he sees security as not only a “protective function” but also a “business enabler.”
“That’s why our mission is to deliver solutions and strategies that allow security leaders to thrive now and in the future,” says Lavway, principal consultant within...
ZBeta appoints Hash Salehi as director of technology and innovation
May 20, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—ZBeta, a provider of comprehensive physical security consulting services, announced that Hash Salehi has been selected as its new director of technology and innovation.
With more than two decades of experience across sales engineering, product development, and global strategy, Salehi steps into a pivotal leadership role guiding the growth and direction of ZBeta LabZ. His ability to bridge technical expertise with strategic vision positions him to shape how LabZ delivers high-impact...
ZBeta names Mike Lavway as principal consultant
May 5, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—ZBeta, a provider of comprehensive physical security consulting services, has appointed Mike Lavway as its new principal consultant.
With more than 15 years of expertise in enterprise security risk management, physical security technologies, and emerging solutions, Lavway will be key in advancing ZBeta’s client strategies and innovation efforts.
As principal consultant, Lavway will drive the strategy and execution of consulting services and guide the development of...
Specifically Speaking: Zack Brunette talks adapting to threats and evolving technologies
March 26, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
LARSKPUR, Calif.—Zack Brunette, founder and CEO of ZBeta, calls data centers a “rapidly evolving space and growing portfolio of business for us,” making it pivotal for the firm to keep up with emerging technologies to secure these mission-critical facilities of clients.
“It’s been interesting to watch how the security challenges in this sector have evolved alongside technology,” he explained. “The stakes are high - data centers are the backbone...
ZBeta appoints Machi as client partner
February 19, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO —ZBeta, a provider of comprehensive physical security consulting services, has appointed Vince Machi as client partner.
In this capacity, ZBeta said he will oversee a team of program and project managers, fostering their expertise while engaging in close collaboration with clients. As the second client partner assigned to ZBeta’s growing portfolio of data center clients, Machi will conceptualize and implement comprehensive security programs.
A veteran with more than...
ZBeta appoints Jaret Alexander as vice president of design services
January 6, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—ZBeta, a provider of comprehensive physical security consulting services, announced that Jaret Alexander has been appointed vice president of design services.
In this role, Alexander leads ZBeta's technical and operational teams, driving strategic growth and operational excellence. He ensures teams are equipped to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions while fostering leadership development, optimizing processes, and working to position the organization for long-term...