YOUR TEAM HELPING CYBERSECURITY BRANDS SCALE

We're passionate cybersecurity and deep tech experts who've worked across every facet of marketing, coming together after discovering video's unique power to build trust and grow brands. We transform technical knowledge into authentic stories that resonate, creating connections no generic content ever could.

The Faces Behind CyberWhyze

Leadership Team

Alano Vasquez

Founder & CEO

A marketing veteran who's done it all—brand, web, events, email marketing, Google Ads—and discovered how expert-led video uniquely bridges the Trust Gap. Alano leads our strategic vision and client relationships.

Michelle Vasquez

Head of Whyze Operations

With a career spanning over 10 years in human resources, operations, and strategic communications, Michelle is the steady hand behind Whyze Marketing’s day-to-day excellence. She blends administrative expertise with creative energy—managing everything from HR and benefits to brand representation, team culture, and internal communications. Her work reflects the soul of the brand—thoughtful, people-first, and always moving forward.

Nicholas Branda

Director of Demand Generation

A media buyer and growth strategist who treats the internet like a lab. With 10+ years in demand gen, he’s obsessed with reaching the right audience efficiently, ethically and at scale. Because features can be copied and ideas stolen, he’s focused on cybersecurity to ensure the best ideas succeed through strategy, not theft.

Wes Bode

Head of Customer Success

A customer success leader passionate about building strong client relationships and delivering exceptional service. They thrive on helping teams scale and ensuring every client feels supported and empowered. Outside of work, they produce music, create video content, and lead a local run club. Driven by results and fueled by connection, they bring energy and care to everything they do.

Erica Ackerman

Senior Art Director

A leader and designer with experience in agencies and startups from content marketing to healthcare tech. She’s led UI/UX design teams, built brands, enjoys design operations, breakfast burritos, and believes in the fundamental importance of cybersecurity.

Eric R.

Senior Video Marketing Strategist

A seasoned video marketing strategist that pairs strategic storytelling with sharp distribution to help cybersecurity brands convert attention into pipeline. With a deep grasp of how trust is built online, he's focused on turning complex products into clear, compelling narratives that drive results.

Trisha Brimmer

Creative Director

A creative director who began as a multimedia designer, evolved into an entrepreneur, and now leads with deep experience in video, branding, and UX/UI design. Passionate about turning ideas into visual stories that are both beautiful and strategic, they guide a talented team of creatives with intention, curiosity, and a clear vision. Together, they craft bold, thoughtful brand experiences that truly connect and perform.

Sammie Anderson

Art Director

Experienced creative leader with a strong track record in media production, storytelling, and content strategy. Experienced in videography, motion graphics, and building training courses for online businesses. Sammie blends technical skill with creative vision to craft impactful content that connects and converts.

Mayra Plata

Project Coordinator

Driven by a passion for team leadership and the power of video marketing, Mayra believes in using strategic storytelling to make the world more connected, approachable, and accessible. Her mission is to lead with creativity and purpose, turning bold ideas into global impact.

Our Extended Team

Behind every successful trust-building campaign is our extended team of strategists, producers, editors, and distribution specialists who ensure flawless execution from concept to results across cybersecurity, enterprise technology, and AI.

our origin

We're a rare blend of strategists, creatives, and videographers united by a discovery: authentic expert voices consistently outperform generic corporate content in building trust.

Our team brings experience from every facet of cybersecurity and deep tech marketing, coming together around video's unique power to transform complex knowledge into compelling stories. We're not just creating content, we're building genuine connections that drive both brand authority and measurable pipeline results.

From Trust Experiments to Trust Architects

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Trust-Building Experiments

We began by offering free video production at trade shows, showcasing how expert-led content could effectively build trust with skeptical buyers.

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Evolving Partnerships

We became trusted partners for companies in cybersecurity, enterprise tech, and AI, including startups like Halcyon and enterprises like Cisco, Webroot, and Lenovo.

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Focus On Trusted Voices

We continue to focus on helping internal experts become the trusted voices that buyers turn to for guidance during their decision-making process.

BUILDING TRUST AT SCALE

We bridge the gap between how buyers research (70% of their journey seeking trusted guidance) and how companies market (73% of their budget on bottom-funnel tactics). Unlike generic agencies, we specialize in turning internal experts into trusted voices that engage buyers in the crucial research phase.

deep industry expertise

We tackle the trust challenges in cybersecurity, enterprise technology, and AI with specialized approaches. Unlike general video marketing firms, we understand the credibility needs of security leaders, enterprise buyers, and AI prospects focused on accuracy and ethics.

Complexity Reduction

We simplify video marketing for technical companies, managing everything from strategy to production and distribution. Unlike other solutions that demand client involvement, we let busy experts focus on sharing their knowledge while we handle the entire process, making sophisticated video marketing easy for technical organizations.

Not Your Typical Agency

Not Your Typical Agency

A Specialized Team for a Unique Challenge

You wouldn't find our team together at any other company. We've assembled a rare combination of talent specifically designed to bridge the Trust Gap:

Industry Strategists with deep vertical expertise in cybersecurity, enterprise technology, and AI.
Creative Directors who understand how to make technical content engaging without sacrificing substance.
Distribution Specialists who know where technical decision-makers conduct research.
Production Experts who make technical experts comfortable and compelling on camera.
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Our Ambitious Mission

Bringing cybersecurity and tech companies into the future of how people prefer to connect and consume content to create a more human and authentic experience through video content that grows brands.
Help ambitious companies grow through trust
Transform experts into credible, on-camera creators
Empower mission-driven brands to lead with integrity
Build real connections that rise above paid marketing noise

The Principles
That Guide Us

Do Good
We believe in providing value before asking for anything in return, creating content that genuinely helps audiences solve problems.
Lead With Wisdom
In a world obsessed with tactical shortcuts, we focus on strategic wisdom that creates sustainable advantages.
Embrace Creativity
We believe creativity will always triumph over technical expertise alone, especially in a crowded market.
Build People Up
We're committed to helping both our clients and their audiences reach their potential through education and inspiration.
Be Radically Honest
We don't sugarcoat. We tell it like it is, hold our clients accountable, and focus on what actually drives results.

Trust-Building Expertise Across Industries

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

We understand the trust challenges in security, where countless vendors compete and every choice carries risk. We help experts prove their credibility while preserving operational security.

Enterprise Technology & Infrastructure

We turn complex technical capabilities into compelling narratives that build credibility with both technical and business decision-makers in multi-stakeholder buying groups.

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Our AI expertise turns abstract concepts into engaging content that builds trust through technical credibility and ethical transparency—key in a market full of hype and skepticism.

START BUILDING TRUST THROUGH VIDEO TODAY

Let's turn your experts into the trusted industry voices your market remembers.