CyberWire Daily Peter Baumann: Adding value to data. [CEO] [Career Notes]
Mar 9, 2025
Peter Baumann, CEO of ActiveNav, shares his journey from childhood experiments with electronics to spearheading data discovery solutions. He discusses how his background in electrical engineering and business shaped his entrepreneurial spirit. Baumann emphasizes the importance of managing unstructured digital data and fostering a culture of safety within teams. He also provides insights into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and the pivotal role of data protection for organizations. A must-listen for those interested in data management!
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Early Passion for Electrical Engineering
- Peter Baumann's early interest in wiring led him to build lighting circuits and booby traps.
- This sparked a passion for electrical engineering, initially aiming for a career in theatre lighting.
Shifting Career Paths
- Despite studying electrical engineering, Baumann realized it wasn't his true calling.
- He returned to college to pursue business and finance, setting him on a new career path.
Entrepreneurial Spirit and Data Value
- Baumann recognized his entrepreneurial spirit, leading him to various ventures.
- His early work involved adding value to data by providing financial information on CD-ROMs.