Stephen Marchewitz

About Stephen Marchewitz

I am an accomplished revenue growth executive with over 20 years of experience in the IT and cybersecurity industries, specializing in secure digital transformation, AI governance, and Post-Quantum Encryption. I lead sales management, marketing vision, client success, and channel expansion, and have partnered with hundreds of organizations to align risk in their business-enabling efforts.Qryptonic is the leading Quantum Security organization in the world, providing post quantum cryptography (PQC) risk assessments, discovery, penetration testing and remediation. Qryptonic is the only vendor neutral security assessment provider using actual quantum computers to attack and defend the most critical systems for companies and government entities alike. My work with Growthential focuses on helping clients navigate the complex landscape of AI security. Growthential provides AI-forward strategies to safeguard businesses from evolving cyber threats, ensuring their data, reputation, and compliance are secure. Our mission at Intrepid Intel is to deliver value-driven solutions using cutting-edge technology, AI, and automation to enhance digital security for our clients. We offer a comprehensive suite of services, including virtual CISO (vCISO) services, penetration testing, compliance assessments, and AI security solutions.I am passionate about leveraging new technologies to create more value for clients at a lower cost. AFA Revenue Generation, my proven framework, makes Omnichannel Intent-Based Revenue Generation work, enabling companies to compete and win against larger organizations.My experience and education have equipped me to develop and execute go-to-market strategies, scale businesses, drive growth, and build competitive strategies. I hold an undergraduate degree in statistics and communication from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Case Western Reserve University, which has prepared me to meet the challenges of the IT and cybersecurity industry. I\'m passionate about building businesses, sparking innovation, and delivering results!

Experience

1. Consulting Engineer

   CDW

   Oct 2025 — Present

   In today\'s digital economy, growth and risk are often treated as competing priorities. Many organizations compromise security for speed or let security requirements slow down their innovation efforts, leading to lost opportunities and increased exposure. This is true not only for traditional companies, but also for education, state & local government, and other non-profits that need to prepare for the immediate future. I help bridge this gap by integrating core business functions and information security into a unified engine for secure digital growth and enhanced organizational resilience.My work focuses on AI, and my passion is protecting K-12 education and our local governments, which are critically underserved areas of our society.

Education

• University of Michigan

  BA, Communications, Statistics

• Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University

  MBA, Management Information and Decision Systems, Finance