Board of Advisors
Chairman—Eric Cole
One of the foremost information security practitioners in the U.S., Eric Cole is a faculty member of the SANS Institute. Cole holds a Ph.D (a.b.d.) in computer security from George Mason University. He is also an adjunct professor at Georgetown University, where he teaches security and network design-related courses. Cole has his CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer), CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) and ISS Internet Scanner and Real Secure certifications. Cole has authored a best-selling book on network security, "Hackers Beware."

Scot Toney
Scot Toney has gained over the past 18 years valuable business development experience working with organizations from start-ups to large public corporations. In his various roles as CEO, executive, and business owner, Mr. Toney has successfully led numerous merger, acquisition, financing, and divestiture activities in the IT sector. As principal of Toney and Associates, Inc. of Charlotte, N.C., he has focused his efforts in providing leadership and advisory services to over 20 closely held businesses ranging in annual revenues from $8 to $42 million.

Stalwart continues to benefit from its valued association with Mr. Toney who contributes a wealth of IT services expertise to its Advisory Board. Mr. Toney holds a BS in Industrial Management from Georgia Institute of Technology.

stoney@toneyandassociates.com