KNOWBE4, INC.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA

KnowBe4, Inc., established by cybersecurity expert Sjoerd Sjouwerman on January 20, 2016, is a Florida-based company dedicated to cloud-based security awareness training and phishing simulation services. Based in Clearwater, FL, at their office at 33 N. Garden Avenue, KnowBe4 has been making significant strides in helping organizations bolster employee awareness and meet regulatory compliance through their tailored cyber training programs. As of the first quarter of 2018, KnowBe4 boasted a customer base exceeding 17,000 organizations worldwide. Under Sjoerd's leadership and with support from key team members such as CFO Robert Reich and Vice President Nicholas Prickel, the company focuses on preemptively thwarting cyber threats by educating users to recognize phishing attempts and other social engineering tactics. KnowBe4 stands out for its secure operations; it is PCI compliant right from inception and strictly adheres to the EU Protection of Personal Data Directive. Their sophisticated, firewall-free, cloud-based system uses standard protocols for email and web services in their phishing simulations, ensuring that clients' systems remain unaffected by potential vulnerabilities. One of KnowBe4's standout offerings is the Phish Alert add-in tool, which enhances organizational defenses by allowing users to forward suspicious content directly to security teams. This has earned them acclaim for effectively tackling social engineering threats and boosting resilience against cyber attacks. Moreover, KnowBe4 extends their expertise beyond training and simulations through newsletters and e-books on important cybersecurity topics like the 'JokerStash' breach affecting Hudson's Bay Company. Their comprehensive resources reflect a strong commitment to keeping their audience informed about evolving risks in cyber defense.