BIO:
Jeffrey Wheatman is a globally recognized cybersecurity strategist and the SVP Cyber Risk Strategist at Black Kite. Regarded as a foremost expert in guiding Fortune 500 companies and public sector clients, Jeffrey specializes in translating complex technical vulnerabilities into actionable business intelligence. His work focuses on the critical intersection of cyber risk management and board-level communication, ensuring that security programs drive measurable ROI and organizational resilience.
Prior to joining Black Kite, Jeffrey spent 15 years as a Vice President in Gartner’s Research and Advisory Group. During his tenure, he authored over 150 research notes read by more than 6,000 global clients, providing the strategic blueprint for modern security programs. A cornerstone of the industry, Jeffrey also served for four years as the Chair of the North America Security and Risk Management Summit, Gartner’s second-largest annual conference.
Drawing on his experience as a Practice Manager and Principal Consultant at firms like Gotham Technology Group, Jeffrey brings a high-level C-suite perspective to Third-Party Risk (TPRM). He is a master at navigating stakeholder engagement and bridging the connection between technology and enterprise risk. Today, Jeffrey is a sought-after speaker and author, dedicated to helping CISOs secure a "seat at the table" through effective risk storytelling.