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Key points from the article:
- Alberto Yépez from Forgepoint Capital discusses the current economic challenges affecting innovation and the future of the cybersecurity market.
- Yépez shares insights on security investments, mergers, and acquisitions, and how companies are navigating uncertainty.
In a recent interview from the BSW Vault, Alberto Yépez, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Forgepoint Capital, delves into the impact of current economic challenges on innovation and the cybersecurity market. Yépez discusses the outlook for security investments, mergers, and acquisitions in the next 12-18 months, highlighting how responsible companies are adapting and turning uncertainty into strategic opportunities while facing layoffs and budget cuts.
As a seasoned investor and serial entrepreneur, Yépez has a successful track record of leading global businesses to successful exits. Under his leadership, Forgepoint Capital boasts the largest portfolio of cybersecurity companies, with 37 active investments, and a diverse team supported by an Advisory Council of industry experts and partners.
Throughout the interview, Yépez references recent successful exits that Forgepoint has supported, including acquisitions by Forescout, SentinelOne, LexisNexis Risk Solutions, and Cloudflare. He emphasizes the importance of staying the course and embracing uncertainty in navigating the cybersecurity landscape.
Guest: Alberto Yépez – Co-Founder and Managing Director at Forgepoint Capital
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