— Chris Burns, CEO & CSO of Techie Gurus LLC, was recognized with the Business Leadership Excellence Award at the 2026 Edition of the CXO 2.0 Conference and was recently featured in New York’s Times Square. This feature builds on his recent recognition at the CXO 2.0 Conference, held from April 7–9, 2026, at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, USA. The three-day business leadership conference convened experts and business leaders who explored forward-looking strategies in leadership, cybersecurity, and organizational resilience.
Chris’s feature in this globally recognized location underscores an important milestone for leaders helping organizations navigate the complexities of modern cybersecurity landscapes. His work reflects how aligning technical expertise with business strategy can enable companies to operate securely while scaling with confidence.
Chris Burns, CISSP, is the CEO and Co-founder of Techie Gurus, a cybersecurity-focused managed services provider he launched in 2008 with his wife Angie. With 20+ years in IT and cybersecurity, 40+ certifications, and experience spanning SMBs to Fortune 100, Chris helps CEOs and leadership teams secure the business—not just the network—and scale with confidence.
An InfraGard member, published author, and host of an IT, cybersecurity, and AI podcast, he has been featured on the cover of MSP Magazine. Chris was recently honored at the inaugural Leader in Managed IT Awards, where Techie Gurus received the Midwest Award for operational excellence and client impact.
His Times Square recognition reflects the increasing importance of cybersecurity leaders who bring strategic insight and practical expertise to protecting modern enterprises. Chris’s contributions highlight how proactive security frameworks and leadership alignment can support organizations in strengthening resilience while enabling sustainable growth.
“I got into this work because I know what it feels like to be vulnerable and have nobody in your corner. Every business we protect, every plan we build from scratch, comes from that same place. I never want to see someone lose what they’ve built because nobody was paying attention. Seeing my name on Times Square is for my team, because they’re the ones delivering on that mission every single day.”
As he continues to evolve his work in cybersecurity, Chris’s future initiatives focus on enabling organizations to build stronger security postures while navigating an increasingly complex digital landscape. This aligns with the mission of the CXO 2.0 Conference, which highlights leadership that promotes adaptability and sustained business resilience.
About CXO 2.0 Conference
The CXO 2.0 Conference is a global event that brings together executives, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to examine emerging trends in leadership and business strategy. With upcoming editions in Singapore, Dubai, and Las Vegas, the three-day business leadership conference features keynotes, panel discussions, fireside chats, and expert-led sessions that explore innovation, digital transformation, and organizational growth. It creates opportunities for collaboration, strategic dialogue, and the exchange of insights among professionals navigating today’s rapidly evolving business environment. To learn more, please visit www.cxo2conf.com.
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