Meet Our Leadership & Expert Teams
At Peak Cyber Institute, our strength lies in our diverse and expert team. Meet the dedicated professionals driving innovation in AI automation and cybersecurity.
Emin Caliskan
Founder & CEO
Emin Caliskan is a globally recognised leader in AI and cybersecurity, and the founder and director of Peak Cyber Institute.
Before serving as the CEO of Peak Cyber Institute, he was a member of the NATO Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence in Estonia.
Throughout his career, he has worked with leaders in the finance and insurance sectors in many organizations and has supported government departments as well as international private sector firms.
He has delivered hundreds of AI and cybersecurity training and consultancy sessions, engaging with over 2,000 UK government officials.
Additionally, he founded a cybersecurity consultancy in London with branches in New York and Dubai, serving more than 100,000 users worldwide.
Throughout his career, he has worked with leaders in the finance and insurance sectors in many organizations and has supported government departments as well as international private sector firms.
He has delivered hundreds of AI and cybersecurity training and consultancy sessions, engaging with over 2,000 UK government officials.
Additionally, he founded a cybersecurity consultancy in London with branches in New York and Dubai, serving more than 100,000 users worldwide.
Emin holds the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), GIAC GXPN (Advanced Penetration Tester and Exploit Researcher), GIAC GSNA (Systems and Network Auditor), and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certifications.
He studied towards his PhD in Cyber Security from Tallinn University of Technology in Estonia, specialising in cyber exercise development and e-learning platforms. He also holds an MSc in Information and Technology Law and a Bsc in Computer Engineering and Industrial Engineering from Istanbul, Turkey.
You can connect with Emin on LinkedIn below.
You can connect with Emin on LinkedIn below.
Business Development & Leadership
Joe Tinaglia
Director of Business Development - US
Joe drives strategic partnerships and client engagement in the US, expanding our reach and ensuring our solutions meet market demands.
Ertugrul Gazi Alperen
Director of Business Development - EMEA
Ertugrul focuses on cultivating new opportunities and fostering relationships in the UK & EMEA region, aligning client needs with our innovative AI and security offerings.
Kaya Duman
Senior Program Manager
Kaya ensures seamless project execution, overseeing all phases of our AI and cybersecurity implementations to deliver successful outcomes.
Matthew Gardner
Client Relationship Manager
Matthew expertly coordinates resources and timelines, driving efficient delivery and stakeholder satisfaction across all initiatives.
AI & Security Consulting Team
Tasim Carku
Head of AI & Security
Tasim leads our AI security initiatives, safeguarding intelligent systems from emerging threats with proactive defense strategies and robust protocols.
Jay Akinola Daisi
AI Solutions Architect
Jay specializes in architecting scalable AI solutions, leveraging his expertise in leadership communication and business enablement to transform complex challenges into strategic advantages for our clients.
Hasan Mahmud
AI & Security Compliance
Hasan is crucial in developing and implementing advanced security measures, protecting AI models and data infrastructures from malicious attacks.
Ferdinand Appiah
AI & Security Advisory
Ferdinand specializes in identifying and mitigating sophisticated cyber threats, providing critical intelligence to enhance our defensive capabilities.
AI & Security Implementation Team
Mohammed Mateen
AI Solutions Architect
Mohammed designs and implements cutting-edge AI frameworks, ensuring seamless integration and robust performance for advanced AI applications.
Will Alboasi
Cybersecurity Specialist
Will designs secure architectures for AI deployments, ensuring compliance and resilience against evolving cyber risks.
Edwin Okere
AI Compliance Specialist
Edwin leads our rapid response to security incidents, minimizing impact and ensuring swift recovery from cyber breaches.
Shivam Kumar
AI Compliance Specialist
Shivam focuses on proactive vulnerability assessments, identifying and rectifying security weaknesses before they can be exploited.
Reporting & Operation Management
Belma Caliskan
Data Analyst
Belma Caliskan is an accomplished AI Data Analyst with extensive experience across diverse sectors including medical, education, and consultancy. She excels at transforming complex data into meaningful, AI-enabled reporting solutions, empowering companies with strategic insights.
Sal Pero
Operations Manager
Sal optimizes our internal processes and infrastructure, ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of all Peak Cyber Institute's activities.
Connect With Us
Contact Information
Phone: +1 888 915 9815
UK: +44 20 3821 5071
Email: info@peakcyberinstitute.com
Locations
New York: 450 Lexington Ave, NY 10017
London: 86-90 Paul Street, EC2A 4NE
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