As a proven leader in Optiv's Cyber Defense and Applied Security, John provides thought leadership and business development services. With roots in soft development, John has specialized in building holistic Application Security Program models and strategies. He's been active in educating Web3 developers, both at the code as well as the architectural levels. He has had a passion and been active in the Metaverse for two and a half decades and continues to analyze opportunities and risks within its growth.