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Ian Bednowitz

General Manager at LifeLock

Ian Bednowitz currently serves as the General Manager of Identity and Privacy at LifeLock, where he oversees efforts to protect consumers from identity theft and fraud. As a known expert in the identity protection industry, he recently joined a task force that testified before the U.S. Congress on the systemic threat of fraud and its devastating impact on American consumers.

Ian’s earlier career includes consumer strategy at Bain & Company and leadership positions at eBay, where he helped shape secure experiences for millions of buyers and sellers. Outside of work, he enjoys high-adrenaline activities like hiking, snowboarding, and scuba diving.

Ian graduated from Cornell University and Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.

Areas of interest and expertise

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