Kevin Kelly

CEO | Cycurion

L. Kevin Kelly is CEO of Cycurion, a tech-enabled cyber security solutions provider based in McLean, VA, that is preparing to become a public company via merger with Western Acquisition Ventures Corp. Kelly brings nearly 30 years of corporate experience, most recently as Chief Executive Officer of Halo Privacy, a cyber security organization that focuses on digital security solutions for high-profile individuals and Fortune 500 companies. He began his pivotal role in leadership as CEO of Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. (Nasdaq: HSII) where he established the company as a global consulting firm operating in 60 countries. After his tenure at Heidrick & Struggles, Kelly held several leadership and advisor roles, including as CEO and President of Asia Pulp & Paper, one of the world’s largest paper companies, and Executive Advisor at BTS, a global professional services firm. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from George Mason University and a Master of Business Administration from Duke Fuqua School of Business where he served on its Board of Advisors.