Eduardo Cervantes
About Eduardo Cervantes
Eduardo Cervantes is the Co-Founder and Chairman of Corsa Security, with a background in investment banking and over 17 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry. He has held various leadership roles in multiple technology companies and possesses strong expertise in scaling organizations and M&A growth.
Work at Corsa Security
Eduardo Cervantes serves as the Co-Founder and Chairman of Corsa Security, a role he has held since 2019. Under his leadership, Corsa Security has developed a reputation for its turnkey virtualization platform in network security. Cervantes focuses on the vision and strategy of the company, leveraging his extensive experience in the cybersecurity industry to drive growth and innovation.
Previous Experience in M&A and Technology
Cervantes has a significant background in mergers and acquisitions, having worked at Goldman Sachs from 1988 to 1993 in various M&A positions. He later held leadership roles at several technology companies, including ClearPath Technologies, iTradeNetwork, and Panda Security. His experience spans operational and entrepreneurial roles, contributing to his expertise in scaling mid-size organizations into industry leaders.
Education and Expertise
Eduardo Cervantes holds an MBA from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied Marketing and Investment Theory. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a Master of Science in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of North East Mexico. His strong educational foundation supports his expertise in cybersecurity, cloud, and SaaS technologies.
Achievements in Cybersecurity and Technology
With over 17 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry, Cervantes has focused on scaling mid-size companies to successful exits through organic growth and mergers and acquisitions. He actively invests in emerging cyber startups and serves as an independent board director and mentor for various technology and cybersecurity organizations. Additionally, he participates as an event judge for technology and cybersecurity events.
Language Proficiency and Communication Skills
Eduardo Cervantes is fluent in both English and Spanish, which enhances his ability to communicate effectively in diverse environments. His language skills complement his extensive experience in international markets, particularly during his tenure in Spain and the United States.