Phil Venables Joins Plaid as Security Advisor

At Plaid, we are committed to setting the gold standard for security and trust in financial services. We’ve always prioritized safeguarding the sensitive data that millions of people and thousands of businesses entrust to us daily, and continue to invest in our security posture as our network expands. Today, I’m thrilled to announce that Phil Venables, one of the most respected leaders in cybersecurity, is joining Plaid as a formal advisor.

Phil’s unparalleled expertise and leadership in information security, risk management, and cloud technologies will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen our security foundation and scale our capabilities to serve our expanding global ecosystem. With decades of experience, including impactful work at venerated organizations, Phil has consistently demonstrated a visionary approach to solving complex security challenges. His insights will provide invaluable guidance to our security team and company.

A Word from Phil

“Plaid’s security team has some really compelling ideas on how to build a more secure financial system. As technology creates new and different challenges and consumers manage more of their financial lives online, Plaid’s role will be increasingly important in safeguarding the digital financial system. I’m excited to work alongside the Plaid team to continue advancing security practices that protect consumers and businesses alike.” – Phil Venables

Creating a More Secure Financial Future 

Financial services is one of the most highly regulated and targeted sectors in the world. As Plaid powers an ever-growing network of financial tools and services, our responsibility to uphold the highest standards of security becomes even more paramount. Phil’s role as an advisor will help ensure we remain ahead of the curve, not only by safeguarding against emerging threats but also by continuing to build security directly into the DNA of our systems, processes, and culture as we grow.