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Karen Letain

Karen Letain

Chief Commercial Officer and Cybersecurity Strategy Leader

Joined July 2025

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Summary

Karen Letain is a seasoned executive and go-to-market strategist with a strong background in cybersecurity, product management, and business development. She has held leadership roles at major technology companies like Proofpoint and McAfee, and has a proven track record of scaling successful business units and driving strategic initiatives. linkedin+1
She possesses deep expertise in security awareness products and human risk management, advocating for a human-centric security approach to cybersecurity. Her insights extend to understanding and countering AI-generated threats and human semantic risk in email security. linkedin+2
Beyond corporate leadership, Karen has entrepreneurial experience, having founded and sold her own company, OutsideIN Inc. This entrepreneurial spirit complements her strategic leadership roles. linkedin
She is recognized as a role model for women in STEM, business, and technology, with a history of collaboration with organizations like Invest Ottawa. linkedin

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