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Ian Schmertzler

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Co-CEO at Dispel
📍 Austin, Texas, United States

Ian Schmertzler is the Co-CEO and Founder of Dispel, where he specializes in securing operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems. An Industrial Engineer by training, he holds a BA from Yale University and an MSc from the Georgia Institute of Technology, focusing on designing systems that operate efficiently at scale.

Beyond his work in cybersecurity, Ian has a background in competitive sports and the arts. He was a coxswain for the Yale lightweight crew team and also has experience playing the cello. He is actively involved in professional organizations related to national defense.

Unique fact: As a university student, he coxed a crew that reached the finals of the prestigious Henley Royal Regatta in the United Kingdom.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Co-CEO
Location
Austin, Texas, United States
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Priorities

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OT Cybersecurity
His work and public speaking focus on securing operational technology for critical infrastructure, emphasizing uptime, availability, and safety for industrial customers.
Moving Target Defense
He is a vocal advocate for Moving Target Defense, a proactive cybersecurity strategy that his company Dispel specializes in to protect networks and remote access.
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Career

Work history

7-2024
Co-CEO
Dispel
4-2017 - 7-2024
President & CFO
Dispel
1-2015 - 4-2017
CFO
Dispel
11-2010 - 9-2014
Associate
BlackRock | Financial Markets Advisory Group
Intern
Yale Investments Office
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Education
2015 - 2016
Masters
Georgia Institute of Technology
2014 - 2014
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