Steve Evans

About Steve Evans

I am outstanding and exceptional!\"That’s my answer when you ask how I’m doing, and it’s not just an icebreaker—it’s a philosophy. Every day, I set a personal bar: • Did I deliver outstanding results for the people I helped? • What exceptional impact did I make in my work? • Was I an outstanding father, husband, and leader?This mindset drives everything I do- My Journey -I started my career as a network engineer and manager for a mid-sized school district with 60 sites, ensuring connectivity and application performance for users. We were short-staffed, which taught me two key lessons:• Technology is only as valuable as the problems it solves.• Success comes from making complex environments seamless for the people relying on them.I then transition from being a customer to a solutions provider—helping organizations navigate complexity, drive efficiency, and adopt cutting-edge innovations.• I started as the sole engineer at a small VAR, helping grow the team from 3 people to 12 with ~$15M in revenue.• Following acquisition by Teneo, I embraced the opportunity to make a global impact.At Teneo, we help businesses simplify networking and security while reducing risk. Every day, I work with CIOs, CTOs, and IT leaders to:• Align technology with business objectives• Explore AI-driven productivity strategies• Identify ways to simplify operations and accelerate results- Why AI is Changing Everything -The way we work is evolving—fast. AI is not replacing jobs, but transforming how work gets done.Organizations that harness AI gain a competitive edge, while those who resist it fall behind. I help businesses unlock AI-driven productivity by integrating AI where it makes sense—practically, efficiently, and profitably- Why Engage With Me -With a background spanning engineering, technical leadership, and AI-powered business transformation, I excel at:• Communicating complex technical topics to any audience—from engineers to the C-suite• Helping organizations harness AI to drive efficiency and competitive advantage• Inspiring teams to adopt technologies that deliver real business outcomes- My goal is simple: Make technology work for you-Whether it\'s optimizing networks, enhancing security, or leveraging AI to amplify productivity, I\'m here to collaborate, innovate, and deliver outstanding results.Let’s connect and explore how AI can transform your organization. Wouldn’t that be exceptional?

Experience

1. Field CTO

   Teneo

   Oct 2024 — Present · US

   By staying ahead of emerging technologies and trends, I blend technical expertise with business strategy to drive value for our customers, advising on the best security solutions and architectures to meet their unique needs. I partner with sales teams, leading technical discussions during pre-sales engagements, and often become a trusted advisor, guiding clients on best practices, solution designs, and roadmaps. I connect the dots between customer needs and our product team to ensure we\'re delivering the right technologies and services. I also represent Teneo at conferences, webinars, and events, sharing insights and thought leadership on industry trends, while positioning Teneo as a leader in IT solutions.

Education

• Virginia Commonwealth University

  Computer Science

Skills

• Wan Optimisation
• Lan-Wan
• Wide Area Network (Wan)
• Wan
• Networking
• Cisco Technologies
• Wireless Networking
• Network Security
• System Administration
• Vpn
• Virtualization
• Integration
• Security
• Cisco Ios
• Storage
• Firewalls
• Cloud Computing
• Voip
• Data Center
• Virtual Private Network (Vpn)
• Network Architecture
• Network Design
• Ips
• Packeteer
• Riverbed