TAMPA, FL, February 06, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Vic R. Punwani has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Punwani is a distinguished cybersecurity professional and the director of business development at Cyphlens LLC in Tampa, Florida. Over the past two decades, he has demonstrated exceptional expertise and leadership in various roles within the financial and technology sectors and continues to do so at his firm.

Cyphlens LLC is a technology company that offers a new cybersecurity tool to protect information and secure transactions. Cyphlens focuses on turning mobile phones into powerful decryption devices by loading a private, secret key and using the cameras to read encrypted images. Since joining the organization in 2023, Mr. Punwani has been responsible for recording pipeline activities, creating sales materials, assisting team members, delivering exceptional client experiences and cultivating key industry partnerships.

Mr. Punwani's journey to this position began with his initial foray into commercial banking lending, sales and investment over 20 years ago. After working for Valley National Bank as a management associate and credit analyst in 2004 and 2005, respectively, he joined Lord Abbett and Company LLC in 2005 as a sales and marketing analyst. These roles allowed him to gain valuable experience in business management and relationship building. Mr. Punwani joined J.P. Morgan in 2007 as a private equity client sales support specialist. He progressed through several roles during his tenure, including corporate client banking sales associate. Since 2017, he has served as a senior corporate treasury consulting associate in Tampa while simultaneously upholding his responsibilities at Cyphlens LLC.

Among other noteworthy roles, Mr. Punwani's entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found The Humble Butternut, a modern Indian cuisine restaurant in Florida, where he served as the chief financial officer and chief operating officer from 2020 to 2023.

Mr. Punwani's academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in finance with a minor in psychology from Rutgers University in New Jersey in 2004. This educational foundation has been instrumental in his ability to navigate complex financial landscapes and develop innovative solutions in cybersecurity.

Beyond his professional achievements, Mr. Punwani is actively involved in civic organizations, such as the AIDS Foundation, the Research Institute for Brain Tumors and various cancer organizations. He is also active in a mentorship program for children, demonstrating his commitment to giving back to the community.

Mr. Punwani attributes his success to his exceptional mentors and colleagues, his hard work, his deep understanding of the products and his assertiveness. Looking ahead, he remains deeply committed to expanding his knowledge in cybersecurity and providing exceptional service to his customers. Mr. Punwani's dedication to employee happiness and building solid relationships underscores his approach to his professional endeavors.

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