Gary Haycock-West

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CEO, Blue Cube Security

Tell us something most people won't know about you

I used to be a male model…

What has been your highlight of 2018 so far?

Phenomenal growth and new revenue streams.

Who would play you in the film of your life?

Ray Winstone.

Which tech firm (other than your own!) do you most admire?

I admire Amazon, but in particular AWS (Amazon Web Services) due to its forward thinking. It is one of the few tech companies that has demonstrated an ability to create profitable new business streams that are completely different from its core business and always putting its people first.

What is your guiltiest pleasure?

Pie and mash (East End style).

What is the most irritating tech buzzphrase of 2018?

‘Compliance' - for instance GDPR.

What would be your first act if you were made Prime Minister?

A flat rate tax for all.

What's the biggest untapped opportunity facing the channel?

Not telling…

What is your most treasured possession?

My memories.

What do your family think you do all day?

Sit on my arse all day.

Who has been your mentor in business?

As an entrepreneur, I would say I have had many mentors through my years of setting up and growing my businesses but ultimately, I have grown through hard work and learning the hard way.

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