Guardrail Technologies names Marlin as CEO, makes other executive changes
Guardrail Technologies, a Park City-based platform built to safeguard businesses from the risks of artificial intelligence, has named Todd Marlin as the firm’s new CEO and as a member of its board.
Marlin comes to Guardrail from EY, where he was its global forensic technology and innovation leader. He has a two-decade career as a forensic technology leader where he has witnessed firsthand how unchecked technological advancements can expose organizations to significant risks, the company said.
“This perspective led him to the helm of Guardrail Technologies, where he is singularly motivated to empower people and businesses to harness the power of AI without sacrificing privacy, security or control,” Guardrail said in announcing his appointment. “With the addition of Marlin, a top expert in cybersecurity, data privacy and AI risks, Guardrail Technologies can continue to expand its industry-leading protective suite.”
“AI has the power to transform companies, but it also accelerates the risks tied to poorly controlled data and unchecked systems,” Marlin said. “I’ve seen how the erosion of control over information can dismantle trust, disrupt operations and compromise even the strongest enterprises — sometimes putting them out of business.”
Richard Sussman, the lead investor in Guardrail Technologies, has been named executive chairman. As the co-founder of venture funds, Sussman has invested in over 225 startups, collectively valued at more than $11 billion. His latest endeavor, the Filter Fund, is Guardrail Technologies’ flagship investor.
“Guardrail Technologies embodies my belief that we must create an ethical guardrail around AI if it is to benefit society and business alike,” said Sussman. “It’s the crown jewel of my portfolio.”
Guardrail Technologies also announced other additions to its leadership team, including Jeff Torello, who joins as chief technology officer, and Hannah Miet as chief marketing officer.