SafeBase is excited to share that our very own CEO and co-founder, Al Yang, has been recognized as one of 33 startup founders to watch in 2025 by the prestigious Forbes Technology Council! This honor is a testament to Al's visionary leadership, his relentless drive to reshape the future of security reviews, and his ability to innovate in an ever-changing tech landscape.

A True Pioneer

Al's entrepreneurial spirit and forward-thinking mindset have made him a standout figure in the tech and cybersecurity industries. What sets him apart is his unique ability to combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of customer needs — especially when it comes to building customer trust. 

In the realm of security and compliance, Al and the SafeBase team have rapidly scaled a best in class solution for the proactive and secure sharing of security and trust postures from their Trust Center. Building a company culture centered around trust, transparency, and customer-first innovation has set SafeBase apart from the competition. His commitment to these principles is what truly drives SafeBase’s mission and makes him an inspiration to both his team and the broader industry.

What This Means for SafeBase

We continue to push the envelope on making security reviews frictionless and customer trust practices ubiquitous, and this recognition reinforces our commitment to our customers in setting the bar. 

We’re not just building a product; we’re building a future where security is a foundational pillar in every organization’s operations, security programs are strategic business drivers, and transparency is at the heart of every customer relationship.

What's Next?

Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, our product team continues to exponentially release new innovations in AI, workflow optimization, and Trust Center capabilities.  Al’s leadership and strategic vision has positioned SafeBase as the leading Trust Center Platform, supporting startups to enterprise customers with the most complex security use cases. SafeBase is committed to pushing the boundaries of innovations and is thrilled to have received this prestigious award. A heartfelt thank you to the Forbes Technology Council. 

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