Evolution Equity Partners, a leading venture capital firm focused on cybersecurity investment, is proud to announce that George Kurtz, founder and CEO of CrowdStrike, has been named CEO of the Year. This prestigious recognition honors his visionary leadership, groundbreaking innovation, unwavering resilience, and transformative impact on the cybersecurity industry.

Since founding CrowdStrike in 2011, Kurtz has led the company through a remarkable evolution – from an ambitious startup to a global cybersecurity powerhouse. His leadership is defined by strategic foresight, relentless innovation, and an uncompromising commitment to defending organizations worldwide against the most advanced digital threats. 

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Kurtz’s ability to lead through complexity and adversity has been pivotal in shaping CrowdStrike’s trajectory. From responding to global cyberattacks to navigating volatile market conditions and a rapidly evolving threat landscape, he has consistently demonstrated clarity, agility, and purpose.

Under his leadership, CrowdStrike has:

  • Pioneered cloud and AI-native cybersecurity solutions, including the industry-defining Falcon platform.
  • Demonstrated exceptional financial performance, with continued growth at scale while maintaining strong customer retention.
  • Completed a groundbreaking IPO, followed by continued global expansion and strategic acquisitions.
  • Maintained a sharp focus on innovation, ensuring CrowdStrike remains at the forefront of Al-driven security and threat intelligence.

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“George is not just a visionary – he’s a builder, a problem-solver, and a relentless advocate for cybersecurity excellence,” said Richard Seewald, Founder and Managing Partner at Evolution Equity Partners. “This award reflects his extraordinary ability to meet challenges head-on and turn them into catalysts for growth and industry advancement. We are thrilled to present him with this award.”

The CEO of the Year award was presented to George Kurtz during The Presidents Forum at RSA Conference Week, in recognition of his enduring contributions to the cybersecurity field and his role in empowering organizations to defend against tomorrow’s threats today.

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Source: prnewswire

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