Kelly Santalucia
About Kelly Santalucia
Kelly Santalucia serves as the Director of Events and Corporate Support at the OWASP Foundation, a position she has held since 2021. With extensive experience in corporate support and membership development, she has contributed significantly to connecting cybersecurity companies with opportunities.
Work at OWASP Foundation
Kelly Santalucia has been serving as the Director of Events and Corporate Support at the OWASP Foundation since 2021. In this role, she focuses on organizing events and fostering corporate partnerships. Prior to her current position, she held various roles at OWASP, including Director of Corporate Support from 2019 to 2021, and Senior Manager of Sponsorship & Membership from 2018 to 2021. Her extensive tenure at OWASP spans nearly a decade, contributing significantly to the organization's growth and outreach.
Education and Expertise
Kelly Santalucia studied Business at the County College of Morris from 2004 to 2006. Her educational background complements her professional expertise in negotiation and leadership. These skills are pivotal in her role at OWASP, where she connects cybersecurity companies with opportunities. Her commitment to community and professional social services further enhances her capabilities in corporate support.
Background
Before joining OWASP Foundation, Kelly Santalucia worked at PROACTIVE RISK INC. as Director of Operations for a brief period in 2010. Her career at OWASP began in 2012, where she initially took on the role of Membership & Business Liaison. Over the years, she transitioned through various positions, gaining a strong background in client relations and membership development within the computer software industry.
Achievements
Throughout her career at OWASP Foundation, Kelly Santalucia has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing corporate support and membership engagement. Her leadership roles have allowed her to develop strategies that connect cybersecurity companies with resources and opportunities. Her contributions have played a significant role in the organization's outreach and community engagement efforts.