Biography:

Mike D’Arezzo is a veteran cybersecurity executive with over 25 years of experience driving information technology safety, technical risk management, and regulatory compliance programs across diverse corporate sectors. In his current role as the Executive Director of Information Security and GRC for Wellstar Health System—the largest not-for-profit healthcare provider in Georgia—he orchestrates the enterprise-wide security governance, data privacy strategies, and compliance frameworks required to protect critical clinical operations and sensitive patient data.

Throughout his career, D’Arezzo has specialized in developing highly transparent, resilient security infrastructures utilizing advanced risk assessments, penetration testing matrices, and automated vulnerability management. Prior to his leadership appointment at Wellstar, he established a track record of operational excellence and regulatory strategy by advising and directing security initiatives for prominent global corporations, including General Electric, Oracle (MICROS), ePlus Technology, and AMF Bowling. His core expertise centers on aligning technical security solutions with macroscopic corporate standards, data privacy laws, and strict healthcare compliance mandates.