President, Karen Lyda
CKCM, Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of Karen Lyda as its new President, effective December 26, 2023. Karen brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to this role, positioning her to lead CKCM, Inc. into a new era of innovation and growth as Elizabeth moves on into a bigger future.
Karen Lyda is a driven individual with a remarkable blend of academic achievements and practical experience. Karen has strong organizational and time management skills, she holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Liberty University and is currently pursuing her master's in digital content, expected in May 2024. Her educational background, coupled with her hands-on experience in various roles, makes her an ideal leader for our dynamic environment.
As President of CKCM, Inc., Karen aims to leverage her passion for digital content and business acumen to drive the company's strategic objectives. Her approach combines innovative problem-solving, effective communication, and a commitment to excellence. Karen is excited to embrace new opportunities for growth and lead the team towards achieving new milestones.
Vice President, Ed Mikus
Ed Mikus is a retired U. S. Army professional, and brings more than 27 years of Information Technology and Cybersecurity experience to CKCM, including multiple roles in Information Assurance and Cyber Forensics. Ed has a Master of Science degree in Cybersecurity from the University of Maryland, is a Mirantis Certified Open Stack Administrator, and has four SANS/GAIC certifications, as well as a Security Plus credential. Prior to CKCM, Ed worked as a project manager for both offensive and defensive cyber weapon systems for the U. S. Air Force.
Director of Business, Andre Phelps
Director of Consulting, Briana Wynn