Michelle Zatlyn

Michelle Zatlyn is the co-founder, president, and chief operating officer of the cybersecurity company Cloudflare. The firm has been recognized on CNBC's Disruptor 50 List, named the Most Innovative Internet Technology Company for two years by the Wall Street Journal, and classified as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum. Zatlyn also serves on Cloudflare's board of directors, as well as that of Atlassian, an Australian software company.

Before co-founding Cloudflare, Zatlyn held positions at Google, Toshiba, and the startup company I Love Rewards (later known as Achievers). She received a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from McGill University, with a minor in Management, graduating with distinction. Later, she obtained an MBA from Harvard Business School, where she was awarded the Dubliner Prize for Entrepreneurship.

Zatlyn is not only a member of the Young Global Leaders of the World Economic Forum but also a member of the Cybersecurity team at the Aspen Institute. Her contributions to the tech industry have been recognized by Forbes magazine through their "40 Under 40" and "50 Self-Made Women" lists. San Francisco Business Times also featured her as a 40 under 40 leader, and Inc. magazine listed her among the Top 15 Women to Watch in Tech. ELLE magazine included her in their feature of the Women Who Rule Silicon Valley.

Throughout her career, Zatlyn has been actively involved in public speaking engagements, including an interview at TechCrunch Disrupt 2020. Her expert insights and leadership in cybersecurity make her a sought-after speaker in the field.