Episode 75 - David Redekop - Founder & CEO of ADAMnetworks™

Cyber Inspiration

In this episode of Cyber Inspiration, we sit down with David Redekop, the Founder and CEO of ADAMnetworks™, to explore his journey into the world of cybersecurity and the inspiration behind starting his company. Here's a breakdown of the key topics covered:

Introduction and Background

• David introduces himself and gives an overview of ADAMnetworks™, a company specializing in Zero Trust Connectivity and egress control, aimed at disrupting the attack chain between the endpoint and the internet.

Early Career and Inspiration

• David shares his background as a network architect and his early career in the Israeli Navy, drawing parallels between compartmentalization in naval vessels and cybersecurity.

The Aha Moment

• The inspiration for ADAMnetworks™ stemmed from a personal experience where David and his wife faced challenges in safely introducing the internet to their children. This experience highlighted the need for better internet security and led to the founding of ADAMnetworks™.

Developing the Technology

• David discusses the decision to develop a proprietary DNS filtering solution, despite industry advice against it. He emphasizes the importance of building from first principles and ensuring the technology could run on various architectures.

Bootstrapping and Early Challenges

• The company was initially bootstrapped, with support from David's IT company, Nerds On Sight. David explains how the team navigated the challenges of developing a new product without external funding.

Hiring and Company Culture

• David talks about the importance of hiring individuals who share the company's philosophy and values, particularly around decentralization and freedom. He shares how they found the right talent, including a key developer who joined through a Bible study group.

Selling the Product and Storytelling

• Transitioning from a technical focus to sales was a challenge. David highlights the role of storytelling in selling complex technology and how his friend, a filmmaker, helped craft compelling narratives to explain the benefits and consequences of their technology.

Business Growth and Customer Feedback

• David reflects on the company's vision, which remains focused on protecting people rather than companies or countries. He shares an "aha moment" when customers expressed satisfaction with the seamless, frictionless experience provided by ADAMnetworks™' whitelist approach.

Work-Life Balance

• David touches on the challenges of maintaining a work-life balance, especially when growing a company, and how his large family has influenced his perspective and approach to business.

Join us for an insightful conversation with David Redekop, where we delve into the intersection of technology, philosophy, and family life, and how these elements shaped the journey of ADAMnetworks™.