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Starting a Company: The Founder Journey

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Jeff Schumann 
Co-Founder and CEO of Aware

Jeff Schuman began his career in cyber intelligence collaborating with the Central Intelligence Agency to intercept dark web terrorist communications. His technical knowledge propelled him to lead enterprise collaboration for a Fortune 50 company.

Jeff’s most notable achievement is co-founding Aware, a high-growth cybersecurity and people analytics firm, backed by Goldman Sachs. The company, under Jeff’s guidance, has become a trusted partner to global giants such as Starbucks, T-Mobile, Walmart, National Geographic and Delta Airlines. Jeff’s unique trajectory, blending deep technical expertise with strategic leadership, establishes him as a formidable ally in safeguarding some of the world’s most reputable brands.