Chris Burns Gains Global Spotlight In New York’s Times Square
Chris Burns, CXO 2.0 Conference Honoree, Gains Global Visibility In Times Square For Cybersecurity Leadership
Las Vegas, USA - June 2, 2026 — Chris Burns, CEO & CSO of Techie Gurus LLC, was honored with the Business Leadership Excellence Award at the CXO 2.0 Conference and was recently featured in New York’s Times Square. His recognition highlights his leadership in cybersecurity, operational efficiency, and the advancement of cyber resilience for SMB and SME organizations. The three-day leadership conference took place from April 7–9, 2026, at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, USA, bringing together executives, innovators, and business decision-makers to discuss leadership, strategy, and sustainable organizational growth.
Chris Burns has focused his leadership on democratizing cybersecurity and compliance for the SMB and SME market. As CEO & CSO of Techie Gurus LLC, he has guided the organization through a strategic transition centered on improving operational efficiency, reducing cyber risk, and strengthening cybersecurity delivery for clients and communities alike.
Through his leadership, Techie Gurus implemented standardized technology stacks and operational playbooks that delivered measurable performance improvements. These efforts resulted in a 75% FTR rate, reduced the median response time from 4 minutes to 3 minutes, reduced MTTR from 2.0 hours to 1.5 hours, and increased CSAT scores from 95% to 96%. Audit-finding closure times also improved from 21 to 15 business days, reflecting approximately 29% faster resolution and enhanced operational effectiveness.
Chris’ approach to cybersecurity leadership has also generated significant risk reduction and business impact. Material incidents declined by 25%, from 12 to 9, contributing to approximately $105,000 in avoided losses. Operational improvements across his customer base reduced downtime from 2 hours to 1 hour per quarter, creating an estimated annual value of $30,800 at $7,700 per hour. In addition, Techie Gurus thwarted more than $1 million in email-based cyber attacks during the first half of 2025 alone.
His innovation centers on a uniquely delivered operating model that integrates managed IT services, managed security, and IT and cybersecurity strategy into a quarterly, outcome-driven program. Rather than relying on standalone tools, Chris developed a model focused on reducing incidents, accelerating resolution times, lowering costs, and improving client satisfaction. His work now helps protect more than $1 billion in assets across the community, directly supporting thousands of families who depend on cyber-resilient businesses.
Chris’ expertise has earned recognition across media, professional networks, and the cybersecurity industry. He has appeared as an on-air cybersecurity expert for WDIV Local 4 (NBC) and WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC) in Metro Detroit. His work has been featured in MSP Success Magazine and highlighted through a Lumu Technologies customer story focused on Techie Gurus’ cybersecurity approach.
He also co-hosts the weekly LinkedIn podcast Cyber Unfiltered, where he examines cybersecurity developments and translates them into practical insights for business leaders. In addition, Chris has contributed as a guest on industry podcasts and serves as a trusted resource across peer groups and customer advisory boards. His professional credentials include CISSP (ISC)² certification alongside 39 additional IT and cybersecurity certifications.
This recognition reflects Chris’ commitment to strengthening cybersecurity accessibility, improving operational resilience, and helping businesses navigate evolving digital threats through strategic, outcome-focused leadership.
About CXO 2.0 Conference
The CXO 2.0 Conference is a three-day leadership event designed for executives, business leaders, and innovators seeking to explore modern leadership strategies and business transformation. Through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and executive networking opportunities, the conference addresses leadership excellence, operational growth, and emerging business trends. With upcoming editions in Singapore, Dubai, and Las Vegas, the three-day event serves as a platform for professional recognition, executive collaboration, and meaningful knowledge exchange. For more information, visit www.cxo2conf.com.