To empower professional services teams by automating manual processes with intelligent automation, enabling teams to focus on high-value work while increasing efficiency and accuracy.
Co-founder & CEO
Simon O’Keefe is the CEO & Co-founder of Alcova, bringing his extensive experience in data security and business growth to the helm of the company. His career includes key roles in scaling early-stage companies, such as driving growth at Riskified (NYSE: RSKD) in New York and at Visible Alpha, a buy-side data analytics startup that was later acquired by S&P. Prior to his work in the tech industry, Simon spent six years as an Investment Advisor with JBWere, where he honed his expertise in finance and investment strategies. His leadership spans across fintech, data security, and investment advisory, making him a versatile and forward-thinking executive.
Co-founder & CTO
Ivan Vanderbyl is the CTO and Co-Founder of Alcova, with over 18 years of experience in software development. A founding engineer at DigitalOcean (NYSE: DOCN) in New York, Ivan has played a key role in building scalable cloud infrastructure. Throughout his career, he has founded six companies, achieving two successful exits and leading two active ventures. A recognized leader in the open-source community, Ivan is a strong advocate for secure software practices, consistently driving innovation and security in the tech space. His deep technical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit make him a pivotal figure in shaping the future of secure software development.