Executive Team

Our team is led by some of the industry’s brightest experts; innovative pioneers who developed the idea of the cryptographic tunnel that enables the virtual private network. From the visionaries who founded the company, to our talented engineers and dedicated support staff, Blue Ridge Networks relies on the skill of highly trained, creative, and motivated people to deliver the most secure communications on the planet.

John Higginbotham, Executive Chairman
John Higginbotham
Executive Chairman


Michael Fumai - President and Chief Executive Officer
Michael Fumai
President and Chief Executive Officer

Jerry Edgerton, President, Federal Sales
Jerry Edgerton
President, Federal Sales

Ken Hardwick - Chief Scientist
Ken Hardwick
Chief Scientist

Tom Gilbert - Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President of Engineering
Tom Gilbert
Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President of Engineering

Paul Jacoby - Vice President
Paul Jacoby
Vice President, Sales

Susan Buchheit - Director, Special Projects
Susan Buchheit
Director, Special Projects