Ryan Wood

Ryan Wood is the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at VGM Group, where he leads cybersecurity, governance, risk, compliance, and data protection initiatives across a portfolio of healthcare, insurance, and technology-focused businesses. He also chairs the organization's AI governance efforts, helping guide the secure and responsible adoption of emerging technologies in data-rich and highly regulated environments. 

With more than 20 years of experience in information security, privacy, risk management, and regulatory compliance, Ryan focuses on practical approaches that help organizations protect sensitive information while enabling innovation and business growth. His work spans healthcare, insurance, cloud technologies, AI governance, and enterprise risk management, with a focus on balancing security requirements, privacy obligations, and operational realities.