Michael Welch

Michael Welch is a leader in cybersecurity and technology with over 20 years of experience in risk management, compliance, and critical infrastructure. He previously served as the global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for OSI Group, a privately-owned food processing holding company that services some of the world’s best-known brands throughout 17 countries. In addition, he has worked with Burns & McDonnell, Duke Energy Corp. and Florida Power & Light, among other companies. He is an accomplished CISO, senior manager, and security consultant, leading teams of InfoSec engineers, architects, and analysts to deliver complex cybersecurity transformations. With MorganFranklin, Welch focuses on industrial control systems, identifying and mitigating security threats to critical infrastructure and ensuring compliance with industry standards. He extends his passion around staying up to date with the latest advancements and effectively communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, supporting MorganFranklin's commitment to delivering secure and reliable systems for clients across various industries.