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Brenda Gooshaw Samson has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries. Their most recent position was as the Director of Cyber Security Governance and Culture at Flowers Foods & Subsidiaries starting in August 2022. Prior to this, they worked at COFENSE from 2014 to 2019, first as a Client Engagement Manager and later as the Director of Professional Services Operations. Brenda also has experience in the education sector, having worked at Ellington Public Schools as a Substitute Manager, Assistant Athletic Director, and Academic Enhancement Data Manager from 2007 to 2014. Earlier in their career, they held positions at American International College as the Director of the Annual Fund, and at The College of Saint Rose as the Office Manager for Development and Alumni Relations. Brenda's career started in 1987 at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate as a Marketing Coordinator. Overall, Brenda has a strong background in cybersecurity, professional services operations, education management, development, and marketing.

Brenda Gooshaw Samson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from The College of Saint Rose. In 2022, they obtained certifications as a Sans Security Awareness Professional from the SANS Institute and as a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) from ISACA.