Karen Sprenger is the COO and chief ransomware negotiator at LMG Security. She is a noted cybersecurity industry expert, speaker, trainer, and course developer, in addition to managing LMG Security's operations. Karen has over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity and information technology. She is a GIAC Certified Forensics Examiner (GCFE) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and holds a bachelor's degree in music performance. She speaks at many events, including the Wall Street Journal Cyber Pro, the Internal Legal Tech Association, and the Volunteer Leadership Council.