Dr. Timothy C. Summers leads with purpose as the Founder and CEO of Summers & Company, LLC. His firm, rooted deeply in innovation consulting, has pioneered critical digital solutions that power industry leaders and burgeoning enterprises, generating substantial economic impact.
As a seasoned hacker, educator, and strategic consultant, Dr. Summers has dedicated his career to mastering the intersections of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, web3 & decentralized technologies, risk strategy, and human psychology within complex socio-technical environments. His expertise guided one of the oldest strategic management firms globally, where he served as an Executive Advisor.
A sought-after speaker, Dr. Summers shares his insight on cybersecurity across global stages, such as TED, influencing top-tier companies and academic circles. He is renowned for his deep understanding of hacker psychology, providing a unique perspective on digital threats and protections.
Currently, he holds dual roles as the CEO of his company and a proud Board Member for Leonardo/ISAST. Dr. Summers Co-Founder and the former Executive Director of Digital Transformation and Innovation of the ASU Next Lab. While the Executive Director of Digital Trust Initiatives at Arizona State University, he founded and spearheaded innovative projects to launch a digital learning record and brought that vision to fruition with Pocket, a universal digital wallet for learning credentials. His InnovationWorks Lab earned media spotlight for its investigative work into digital profiling.
Dr. Summers’ professional journey is marked by influential tenures at the University of Maryland, Booz Allen Hamilton, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the CERT Coordination Center at Carnegie Mellon University. In these roles, he has been instrumental in driving digital advancements and embedding robust cybersecurity measures across various sectors.
Dr. Summers commits to leading transformative teams and nurturing future talents, fostering environments where innovation thrives. His strategic vision not only propels technological frontiers but also secures a safer, more connected world.
