Mission Logs

OPERATIONAL HISTORY

A classified archive of successful campaigns, crisis resolutions, and market dominance operations executed for the world's leading technology organizations.

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RealDefen.se

Strategic Communications Partner

March 2025 - Present

Mission Objective

Driving brand visibility and thought leadership for this privacy-first cybersecurity leader through a mix of high-impact earned media and strategic corporate announcements.

Key Outcomes

Secured 'Top Workplace 2025' recognition by TopWorkplaces.com.
Launched 'RemoveMe' data privacy tool with widespread industry coverage.
Positioned CEO Gary Guseinov as a thought leader on Dark Reading and Techstination.
Announced $10 Million Developer Fund to boost cybersecurity innovation.
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Cosmic Wire

Co-Founder, Chief Communications Officer

Marina del Rey, CA

Mission Objective

Platform-agnostic Web3 entertainment technology company offering brands, celebrities, artists, and IP collectors the ability to enhance, promote, license, and sell their work.

Key Outcomes

Creation of company messaging, press kit, press releases, and media databases.
Established media wire and monitoring relationships and news media relationships.
Cosmic Wire Named 'One of the 50 Smartest Companies of 2022'.
Launched Ivana Tattoo Art Metaverse and other high-profile projects.
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Afilias

Director of Corporate Communications

Dublin, Ireland / Philadelphia, PA

Mission Objective

Managed global communications for the world's second-largest domain registry, overseeing the launch of 20+ new TLDs and the historic .AU transition.

Key Outcomes

Set a Guinness World Record for the largest zero-downtime TLD migration (.AU).
Managed the acquisition by Donuts Inc. and the launch of .GLOBAL, .PRO, and .MOBI.
Oversaw the 'DeviceAssure' security product launch to combat counterfeit mobile devices.
Directed global PR strategy across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions.
Quote

"Alan worked with me for 5 years as my corporate communications director at Afilias, handling everything from industry monitoring to releases to special press events. His deep experience and calm professionalism helped us avoid several potential difficulties. His experience in the security space was especially helpful, and his contact list is seemingly inexhaustible. Importantly, Alan would take on every job, no matter how small or large; we had a one person PR team and Alan took care of everything. He is even a great photographer! Alan is a dedicated professional who is great to work with and committed to "doing it right." I highly recommend him."

Roland LaPlanteSVP & CMO, Afilias
LinkedIn
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Acronis

Director of North American PR

Burlington, MA

Mission Objective

Re-launched solutions to key media and secured positive coverage to rebuild relations and drive consumer interest.

Key Outcomes

Secured coverage with Wall Street Journal Radio, PC Mag, and PC World.
Successfully re-launched 2015 solutions at CES Showstoppers and Mobile World Congress.
Drove immediate results through an increase in key media reviews.
Quote

"I have been impressed that Alan gets results beyond what I'd have imagined possible. He has an excellent contact list of friends in media and industry."

David CourseyRadio Host & Tech Journalist
LinkedIn
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Trend Micro

Senior Global Public Relations Manager

Cupertino, CA

Mission Objective

Managed global PR for major product launches and crisis communications, significantly expanding market presence and media footprint.

Key Outcomes

Spearheaded a new press outreach strategy landing top-tier coverage in Fox Business, Washington Post, and The New Yorker.
Generated nearly two million media impressions across multiple outlets.
Managed PR for Black Hat 2012 and Defcon 2012, coordinating media and speakers.
Initiated communications with BlackBerry at CTIA 2012 that led to a strategic partnership.
Quote

"While at Trend Micro, he spearheaded a new press outreach strategy that far exceeded expectations by landing numerous top-tier outlets like Fox Business, Washington Post, and The New Yorker which resulted in a total of nearly two million media impressions across multiple outlets."

Christopher BuddGlobal Threat Communications Manager
LinkedIn
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Microsoft

Senior Public Relations Manager

Trustworthy Computing (TWC)

Mission Objective

Managed communication strategies for Trustworthy Computing, Security Development Lifecycle (SDL), and Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC).

Key Outcomes

Launched communications for Security Development Lifecycle (SDL), building industry-wide adoption.
Managed PR for RSA, Black Hat, and CanSecWest conferences.
Produced Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) team videos.
Averted a major PR crisis by coordinating a 30-day security update across all partners for a new product line.
Quote

"Alan and his team launched several communications initiatives that enabled us to build the reputation and adoption of the SDL across the industry... Alan was a great partner and a real communications professional."

Steve LipnerExecutive Director at SAFECode.org
LinkedIn
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CyberDefender

SVP, Corporate Communications

Los Angeles, CA

Mission Objective

Developed and executed comprehensive public relations plans to penetrate targeted markets and drive growth for this anti-malware solutions developer.

Key Outcomes

Given poor acceptance by media and users of the initial product, created a media strategy that changed the company from a product company to a technical support company with solid reviews and happy customers.
Created the 'Quattro' partnership for full customer support services.
Executed the viral 'Mooninite' sign raffle at RSA, called the 'best advertisement at the conference' by bloggers.
Secured extensive broadcast coverage on FOX, Telemundo, and KCOP.
Quote

"From raffling off the cartoon sign that freaked out Boston to effectively representing major vendors like Acronis, Trend Micro, and Microsoft, I can’t picture a security conference without Alan Wallace. Alan brought then-unknown Panda Software to my attention; the company has since become a major player. When Alan calls with a tip or a question, I pay attention."

Neil RubenkingLead Security Analyst, PCMag
LinkedIn
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Panda Security

Vice President Corporate Communications

Glendale, CA

Mission Objective

Supervised US Public Relations activities, dramatically improving brand awareness and driving substantial growth in product reviews and web traffic.

Key Outcomes

Increased earned media coverage from 1,250 to 25,000 stories annually.
Elevated brand ranking from #12 to #4 (Ziff Davis).
Contributed to a $30 million increase in global revenue.
Secured '5-Stars' awards and top reviews in major tech publications.
Quote

"Panda had no presence or mindshare in the US before Alan's excellent work bringing it to the attention of the US trade press."

Larry SeltzerTechnology Journalist
LinkedIn
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Live365

VP of Marketing / SVP of Corporate Communications

Foster City, CA

Mission Objective

During tenure, became rated #1 by Arbitron as the largest Internet streaming network with more than 10 million monthly listener hours.

Key Outcomes

Achieved #1 Internet Radio Network ranking (Arbitron).
Averaged 100+ articles per month including TV, radio, and print.
Reduced marketing expenses by $20,000 per month while increasing awareness.
Primary company spokesperson for CNN, Forbes, Time, and more.
Quote

"Alan is one of the best (if not the best) marketing and public relations executives in any technology company."

John JeffreyGeneral Counsel
LinkedIn
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iAgency

CEO and Co-Founder

1995 - 2000

Mission Objective

Led communications for one of the first digital agencies, securing recognition as a Top 50 Internet Industry Executive.

Key Outcomes

Named to 'Top 50 Internet Industry Executives' list.
Won Tenagra Award for Excellence in Marketing (1996).
Established agency as a pioneer in digital marketing and web development.

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