The Leaders in AI-Native SecOps

Joe Marquette is a Co-Founder and Board Member of AgileBlue, leading the company's growth into a trusted provider of AI-powered SecOps platforms. With over two decades of technology leadership, he also serves as President of Accellis Technology Group and previously held executive roles at Fashionmall.com and LakeWest Group. Joe takes early-stage tech and security ideas, turns them into durable companies, and ensures the teams running them have room to outgrow him. He's passionate about building high-trust teams, coaching next-gen leaders, and tackling real-world tech and security challenges.

Tony Pietrocola is a seasoned technology leader and entrepreneur with a track record of building and scaling SaaS companies across cybersecurity, cloud, and AI. As Co-Founder and President of AgileBlue, he's passionate about building a transformative AI-native Security Operations platform company. Tony has co-founded and sold two cloud SaaS startups and now serves as a board member of AgileBlue and the Greater Cleveland Partnership. His focus remains clear: helping organizations stay ahead of and reduce their risk of global cyber threats by using AI to defeat AI.

Stephen Smith brings a hands-on background in security engineering and IT operations to his role as Chief Technology Officer at AgileBlue. With deep roots and a proven track record as a Senior Security Engineer in his past roles at MSPs, he understands the real-world challenges IT teams face every day. At AgileBlue, Stephen leads the evolution of our AI-powered SecOps platform-shaping smart, scalable solutions that move faster than today's threats. He combines technical depth with a relentless focus on delivering practical, proactive cybersecurity for the mid-market.

Lee Buttke brings over 20 years of cybersecurity expertise and executive leadership as a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). He holds a master's degree in Cybersecurity and has a proven record of building and executing strategies that strengthen Security Operations Center-as-a-Service (SOCaaS) while advancing security, risk, and compliance programs. Lee also offers specialized experience in highly regulated industries-including aviation, healthcare, and financial services-helping organizations navigate complex cybersecurity challenges with confidence.

Tim Moody brings a diverse professional background to AgileBlue, where he plays a key role in shaping the company's operations and growth. Starting his career as a sports writer, Tim honed his ability to communicate with clarity and precision before transitioning into the technology sector. As one of the early members of the AgileBlue team, he has been instrumental in building and scaling the organization's operational framework, ensuring that every part of the business - from service delivery to customer success - runs with excellence.

With over 20 years of experience as a developer, solutions architect, and software engineer, Robert Sondles leads engineering at AgileBlue with a focus on building resilient, high-performance cybersecurity systems. As Chief Engineering Officer, he guides the architecture and development of our AI-powered SecOps platform-ensuring it's scalable, secure, and built to stay ahead of evolving threats. Robert brings deep technical expertise and a builder's mindset to every challenge, helping AgileBlue deliver proactive protection that's as intelligent as it is reliable.

Peter Burg leads AgileBlue's global sales strategy, driving revenue growth and building strong channel and alliance partnerships. With more than 15 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity sales, he has a proven track record of scaling teams, enabling partners, and delivering client-focused solutions. At AgileBlue, Peter is focused on helping organizations strengthen their security posture while empowering partners to grow alongside the company's mission.

Gillian Sweny brings over 13 years of strategic marketing expertise to AgileBlue, where she leads with a sharp eye for innovation and a deep commitment to growth. After a decade in fast-paced agency environments-where she shaped impactful campaigns across various industries-Gillian now drives AgileBlue's brand strategy and go-to-market initiatives. At her core, Gillian believes that strong marketing isn't just about messaging-it's about creating trust, clarity, and momentum.

Matthew Kinning brings over a decade of accounting and finance expertise, with more than eight years focused in the SaaS industry. He has a proven record of streamlining financial operations and driving efficiency. At AgileBlue, Matthew leads all aspects of accounting and finance, guiding the company's growth and profitability. Previously, he managed revenue accounting for a mid-sized international software firm. Matthew holds a Master of Science in Accounting from the University of Colorado and a Bachelor of Science in Business from Miami University.