Trey Tacon

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Director of Engineering, Security at Render

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Overview

Trey is the Director of Engineering for Security at Render and the founder of NovaCove, a company aimed at making effective cybersecurity accessible for small businesses. A graduate of The Johns Hopkins University, he has a history of building and scaling security functions and technology strategies. People often describe him as an exceptional, empathetic, and impactful technical leader and mentor.

Outside of his deep involvement in technology and security, Trey identifies as a father and a gardener. These personal interests suggest a grounded individual who values nurturing and growth, both in his family life and personal hobbies. He is also noted as a donor to the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum.

He founded NovaCove because he was tired of seeing traditional cybersecurity companies failing to meet modern challenges and wanted to create solutions that "actually work in the real world. "

Personality Overview

Charismatic

Informal

Values Relationships

They are charming and have the ability to align others behind their decisions.  If they come to believe in your value proposition, they will be your champion. They are more likely to be open to unproven but exciting technologies.

Topics They Care About

Democratizing Security
His career focus and the mission of his startup, NovaCove, is to make high-quality security accessible and affordable for small and medium-sized businesses, not just large enterprises.
Startup Security
He writes extensively about the unique security challenges startups face, sharing stories and practical advice to help them avoid common pitfalls, such as hostile MSPs and compliance misunderstandings.
Engineering Mentorship
He created a mentorship program for high-potential engineers at TeamSnap and is consistently praised in recommendations as an impactful mentor who cares deeply about personal and professional growth.

Media Appearances

Trey has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2025
Director of Engineering, Security at Render
1-2025
Founder at NovaCove
12-2023 - 12-2024
VP Eng, Chief Architect at TeamSnap
3-2023 - 12-2023
Senior Principal Architect at TeamSnap
6-2021 - 4-2023
Senior Director Of Engineering at TeamSnap

Education

2012 - 2013
Master of Science in Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University
2008 - 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from The Johns Hopkins University

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Insights For Selling To Trey

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Talk about yourself and some of your achievements at the start of the conversation
  • Address your competition clearly and confidently
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage

DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness
  • Don’t force involvement of other stakeholders unless it is critical
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Trey is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Trey

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Trey move?

  • If you earn their trust and they develop faith in the product, they can make decisions quickly.
  • Can Trey take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Trey

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