ELLIJAY, GA, March 18, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Amy K. Penn 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.

Ms. Penn has established herself as a distinguished expert in risk management, demonstrating a remarkable trajectory across the technology and security sectors. Since 2023, she has served as senior vice president at Instnt, where her leadership and strategic vision have been instrumental in advancing the company's mission. In this capacity, she continues to leverage her extensive experience to drive innovation and operational excellence.

Prior to joining Instnt, Ms. Penn held the position of director of sales for the Southeast United States at QlikTech International AB from 2020 to 2023. During her tenure, she was responsible for expanding the company's market presence and cultivating key client relationships throughout the region. Her efforts contributed significantly to the organization's growth and reputation in data analytics solutions.

For the preceding two years, Ms. Penn served as the strategic sales director for the Eastern United States at Forter. In this role, she played a pivotal part in developing and executing sales strategies that addressed complex fraud prevention challenges for enterprise clients. Her expertise in risk management was particularly valuable in helping organizations safeguard their digital transactions.

Between 2016 and 2018, Ms. Penn was the vice president of sales at Socure after a one-year tenure as vice president of sales at Trulioo. Earlier in her career, she achieved several notable milestones that continue to define her legacy in technology and risk management. At Tandem Computers, she contributed to nonstop hardware technology advancements and played a key role in the acquisition of Atalla Corporation, a pioneer in encryption technology. Her work positioned her at the forefront of selling encryption solutions before they became widely adopted.

Subsequently, as the first salesperson at VeriSign, Ms. Penn developed the company's go-to-market strategy and generated $10 million in revenue during her inaugural year—an achievement that helped establish VeriSign as a leader in digital encryption certificates. She later joined ChoicePoint, now part of LexisNexis, where she was integral to launching an identity verification platform that marked another significant milestone in her professional journey.

Ms. Penn's academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Science in business administration with a minor in computer science from Xavier University in Cincinnati. As one of only four women in her computer science program, she recalls working with punch cards and considers herself fortunate to have been present during technology's formative years.

Throughout her career, Ms. Penn has credited her achievements to the unwavering support of her family—particularly her husband—as well as a robust network of friends and mentors. She emphasizes the importance of cultivating meaningful connections and recognizes that access to information is critical for personal and professional growth.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Ms. Penn has demonstrated a strong commitment to civic engagement and community service. From 2013 to 2017, she served as a board member for Wheelchair Lacrosse USA, contributing to the organization's mission of expanding athletic opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Additionally, she volunteers at a local rescue farm, reflecting her dedication to animal welfare and community involvement.

Born in Akron, Ms. Penn enjoys a vibrant personal life centered around family and outdoor pursuits. She is the mother of four children and recently welcomed a grandson. She also enjoys gardening, playing golf and pickleball, hiking with her partner, spending time with their two dogs and fishing in her free time.

Ms. Penn's contributions have been recognized through several awards, including an honor from Network Solutions LLC in 2025 and the Identity and IDV Award from ChoicePoint. In the upcoming years, she is committed to leading her company through an initial public offering while maintaining its competitive edge within the industry. She also envisions establishing a business that gives back to the community—a garden-to-table restaurant integrated with a plant nursery.

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