Avery Pennarun

Avery Pennarun is the co-founder and CEO of Tailscale, a Toronto-based virtual private network technology company. With a background in software engineering from Google, Pennarun has played a pivotal role in Tailscale's rapid growth, especially among AI companies, as the firm recently raised $230 million, reaching a valuation of $2 billion. Under his leadership, Tailscale has emerged as a preferred choice for businesses seeking efficient and secure networking solutions, capitalizing on the demand for direct, cost-effective connections in an increasingly digital workforce.