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Get to know the 5 individuals who won our Global Excellence in Trust award, as part of the Vanta 25 to Trust awards program. This group of practitioners successfully led their organizations through the complexities of international frameworks like DORA, the EU AI Act, or ISO certifications. This award highlights leaders who demonstrate adaptability, vision, and outstanding leadership on the global stage, driving trust and security across diverse markets. Our winners are... - Jon Westholm, who expanded Tibber’s security program, rolling out compliance across six frameworks and managing risk for 100+ vendors. His leadership ensures continuous compliance, aligning security with business growth and strengthening trust across global markets. - Lazar Lazarov from BVNK, a global trust leader, educating security teams on frameworks like DORA and the EU AI Act. His work in compliance strategy and education fosters trust worldwide, helping organizations navigate evolving international security regulations. - Lucien PINTO, who scaled SWEEP’s Trust Center, maintaining 100% control completion in Vanta and monitoring 285 controls. His leadership in transparency and compliance has bolstered customer trust and enabled global revenue growth through security excellence. - Mandy Matthew, who built Duolingo’s security framework from scratch, achieving ISO 27001, GDPR, and SOC 2 compliance while navigating AI regulations. Her leadership positioned trust as a global advantage, unlocking new markets and enabling rapid, secure expansion. - Zafrul Sattar from Multiverse, who is driving ISO 27001 and SOC 2 compliance, mapping NIST controls for US clients, and streamlining third-party VRM in Vanta. With a structured gap analysis and a focus on integrations, they are executing an ambitious roadmap to scale global security standards. Congratulations to all of our winners. For more information about each category and honoree, visit: https://lnkd.in/gXgeqRhw

⭐ Just released ⭐  Today we introduced new features that streamline collaboration with your extended team, including:   - Team-based ownership and granular user access to empower cross-functional collaboration inside of Vanta. - Vanta Exchange to aid direct buyer-vendor collaboration for faster, efficient vendor security reviews. - Enhanced auditor collaboration with access to test source data, shared directly in Vanta or through the Auditor API. - Expanded Questionnaire Automation support for web portals, DOCX, and PDF formats. These features empower security and GRC teams to work smarter, not harder, across their entire network of stakeholders. Because maintaining continuous compliance and trust isn't a one-person job—it’s a team sport. 💪⚽ Check out our blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gvzMP6Bb

Register for our webinar with Graham Cluley to chat about the evolution of cybercrime and how you can protect your business. Link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/g69KVh46

Christina Cacioppo weighs in on the future of AI regulation 👇

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🔔 Last call 🔔 Register today for our virtual launch event on Wednesday, March 19 to get the scoop on: - New product capabilities to help you collaborate with your extended team of employees, vendors, auditors, and customers - Expert insights about how to create a shared culture of responsibility around trust and security Register here: https://lnkd.in/gNb-DmRa

Curious to learn more about Vanta VRM? Join us on March 26 for a special webinar showcasing Vanta’s latest VRM enhancements—featuring stories and first-hand experience from Vanta VRM users: Doug Innocenti, CISO at MoonPay and Stasi C., Director of Global Risk & Regulatory Compliance at MoonPay. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g7UnUuS5

Transparency is essential for trust. That's why our Vanta 25 to Trust awards program featured a Transparency in Trust category recognizing 5 individuals who drive transparency and trust-building within their organizations by creating standout Trust Centers that exemplify accessibility and innovation. This award recognizes leaders who set the gold standard for public accountability and communication, inspiring confidence in their organization’s security and compliance practices. Our 2025 winners include: - David C., who helped launch and scale Intercom’s Trust Center, making security information more accessible. His efforts improved transparency, reduced internal workload, and strengthened customer trust. - Emily Clar, CISSP, who helped launch and drive adoption of Paylocity and Blue Marble’s Trust Centers, ensuring seamless updates and improving security documentation. Her work enhanced accessibility and strengthened customer confidence. - Gail Skinner, who launched and expanded Aptean’s Trust Center, improving security access for customers and teams. Her work enhanced deal efficiency, reduced bottlenecks, and set a new standard for compliance transparency. - Kevin Le, who launched and optimized Miro’s Trust Center, streamlining security automation and compliance workflows. His leadership improved transparency, efficiency, and security accessibility. - Matt Hodge, who launched Typeform’s Trust Center and automated compliance, reducing response times and improving transparency. His leadership made security insights more accessible across teams. Congratulations to this group of practitioners raising the bar for trust and transparency. View all of our 25 to Trust winners here: https://lnkd.in/gXgeqRhw

Join us in NYC for breakfast, networking, and an insightful panel presentation with our friends at Cognisys and Prescient Security. 📍PUBLIC Hotel NYC 📅 March 25 at 9am ET This exclusive, FREE breakfast event is designed for fast-growing companies looking to streamline security, accelerate compliance, and build trust from day one. Our panel of experts will focus on how companies can scale securely without slowing growth. Don't miss this opportunity to network, meet the experts, and learn how to go from zero to compliant–in a snap! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gT_ngEZn

The 5 professionals who received the Innovation in Trust award, as part of our Vanta 25 to Trust Awards program, include GRC and security practitioners who transformed their programs through creative problem-solving and bold initiatives. These leaders redefined processes and achieved impactful outcomes with fresh, forward-thinking solutions that inspire change within their teams and the broader community. The 2025 winners are: - Akhila Chitiprolu, who drives security innovation at Sierra, streamlining governance, risk, and compliance through automation. Her forward-thinking approach has improved efficiency, strengthened third-party risk management, and enhanced security visibility. - Christopher Sheridan, who built Sitation's GRC program from the ground up, aligning compliance with business needs. His rapid Vanta implementation introduced automated policies, risk assessments, and streamlined audits, positioning the company for security excellence. - Rajat Ravinder Varuni from SuccessKPI, who revolutionized government security, shaping Vote.gov and Login.gov with cutting-edge compliance automation and encryption strategies. His work sets new standards for digital identity protection and regulatory transformation. - Ron Wood from ForeFlight, a security innovator who challenges industry norms through research and bold technical solutions. His work has redefined best practices and trust strategies. - Rozealieth S., who transformed security at MERGE by leveraging Vanta to cut audit prep time and boost efficiency. Her leadership in shifting company culture and advancing risk mitigation has redefined compliance, while her advocacy has helped shape Vanta’s evolution. Congratulations on this award. Your work is truly inspiring to our community! For more information about our 25 to Trust winners, visit: https://lnkd.in/gXgeqRhw