Kory Daniels is Chief Security & Trust Officer at LevelBlue, where he leads across security, compliance, cyber defense, enterprise risk, resilience, and customer trust. His responsibilities also span areas such as AI governance, regulatory compliance, M&A transformation, and customer experience, giving him a broad view of how cybersecurity connects with business strategy and operational resilience. With more than two decades of experience in cybersecurity and technology services, Kory has held senior leadership roles at Trustwave and IBM, working across cyber defense, security operations, GRC, OT and IT security, and transformation programs for industries including manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, and retail. He also serves in advisory and board roles and is involved in initiatives focused on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity leadership, and industry resilience.