Who is Robert?

​Robert Welsford is an accomplished Information Technology professional with over 25 years of experience, specializing in Cybersecurity for the past 7 years. He holds industry-recognized certifications including CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) and CIRSC (Certified in Risk and Information Security Controls), reflecting his expertise in securing complex systems and managing information risk.

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Before his IT career, Robert served 10 years in the Canadian Armed Forces Reserves with the Ontario Regiment, leaving in 2002 at the rank of Master Corporal. His leadership, discipline, and commitment to excellence have carried over into both his professional and athletic pursuits.

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An avid endurance athlete, Robert began competing in triathlons in 2008 and has since completed dozens of local races and 18 Ironman events, including the prestigious Ironman World Championship. His dedication to pushing limits—whether in the boardroom, on the battlefield, or across the finish line—defines his professional and personal ethos.