As Chief Executive Officer of RedHelm, Michael Stratos brings more than 30 years of experience in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity leadership. He founded Ideal Integrations in 2003 and co-founded Blue Bastion, guiding both organizations to national recognition as trusted technology and security providers. After making strategic acquisitions to grow Ideal Integrations, Michael leads the collective organization, which rebranded as RedHelm in 2025. Honored with the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Technology, Sales, and Service, Michael has built his career on integrity, communication, and hands-on engagement across all levels of the business. His collaborative approach ensures RedHelm remains at the forefront of managed services, cybersecurity, and client innovation

Bobby Riggs serves as Chief Financial Officer of RedHelm, bringing over two decades of experience with private equity-backed, high-growth technology service companies. Known for his analytical and collaborative approach, Bobby translates complex business strategies into financial clarity, driving profitability, compliance, and long-term growth. His background spans finance operations, M&A, and corporate governance, with a strong track record of building scalable financial systems. Based in Northern Virginia, Bobby enjoys surfing, hiking, and performing acoustic music in his spare time.

As Chief Technology Officer of RedHelm, Christopher Fox leads the company’s innovation strategy and technical direction. With over 23 years of experience across managed service providers and enterprise IT environments, he specializes in designing resilient systems that advance connectivity, cloud accessibility, and disaster recovery. Christopher’s leadership bridges technical excellence and practical business impact, ensuring RedHelm’s solutions remain both innovative and reliable.

Melissa Stratos oversees Sales and Business Development at RedHelm, where she applies more than 15 years of technology sales leadership experience to building strong client and channel relationships. Her success stems from a deep understanding of how to align strategic partnerships with measurable business outcomes. Melissa also leads RedHelm’s community engagement initiatives, driving the company’s support for local and national charitable organizations.

Megan Walker, Executive Vice President of Integration and Innovation at RedHelm, plays a critical role in shaping the organization’s future direction. She leads the development and execution of long-term strategic initiatives that drive growth, foster innovation, and create lasting competitive advantage. With extensive experience in accounting and managed services growth, Megan has guided multiple organizations through major structural transitions, IPOs, and recapitalizations. A Certified Public Accountant with a PhD in Accounting, she combines precision, foresight, and strategic leadership to advance RedHelm’s evolution while ensuring cross-functional alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.

As Vice President of Human Resources at RedHelm, Kelsey Gould drives programs that enhance employee engagement, culture, and performance. She brings extensive HR experience from diverse industries, including technology, sports, entertainment, and retail, supporting teams of over 1,000 employees. A member of SHRM and the NHRA, Kelsey is passionate about continuous learning and creating inclusive, growth-oriented workplaces.

With over 27 years of experience in IT infrastructure, engineering, and operations, Kurt Camealy leads Technology Operations at RedHelm. Since joining the company in 2004, he has played a key role in developing scalable and secure IT strategies that empower clients to thrive. Kurt’s collaborative leadership connects RedHelm’s technical, engineering, and business development teams to ensure every solution delivers measurable results.

Luke McOmie leads RedHelm’s Offensive Security team, leveraging more than 25 years of experience in red teaming, ethical hacking, and security program development. A nationally recognized expert and speaker, Luke has designed and led security programs for startups, Fortune 100 companies, and federal agencies. His passion for advancing cybersecurity education and research reflects RedHelm’s commitment to proactive and responsible innovation.

Corey Bussard oversees Security Operations at RedHelm, bringing more than 15 years of cybersecurity and infrastructure expertise. A founding leader of Blue Bastion, Corey advanced through multiple leadership roles in network and security operations before becoming Vice President of Security. Known for his forward-looking mindset, he is dedicated to strengthening RedHelm’s detection, response, and defense capabilities while mentoring the next generation of security professionals.