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Phalanx Selected as Top 20 Startup to Pitch at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023

Phalanx is proud to announce its selection as one of the top 20 startups to pitch at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023, the premier event for technology innovators and disruptors.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 received a record number of applications from startups worldwide, making the selection process highly competitive. Phalanx emerged as a standout company with its cutting-edge lightweight data loss prevention (DLP) and document mapping solution.

Phalanx’s innovative technology automatically secures and tracks sensitive documents in existing workspaces, providing organizations with robust data security in today’s dynamic digital landscape. By offering a seamless and efficient solution, Phalanx is at the forefront of safeguarding critical information.

TechCrunch Disrupt is renowned for showcasing groundbreaking startups that address global challenges. Phalanx’s selection as one of the top 20 companies to pitch reaffirms its commitment to addressing the pressing issue of data security.

The event, taking place from September 19 to 21 in San Francisco, will feature Phalanx on the Disrupt Stage, where the company will have the opportunity to present its vision for the future of data security to a global audience.

Phalanx is honored to be among the remarkable cohort of startups chosen for this prestigious event. From sustainable agriculture to space communications, the companies selected are driving positive change in various industries.

Stay tuned for Phalanx’s pitch session at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 and follow us on our journey as we continue to innovate and secure the digital world.

About Phalanx:

Phalanx is a lightweight Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and document mapping solution that secures document access by combining automation, identity, and encryption. We transform existing workspaces, such as Office 365, Google Workspace, or local devices, into secure systems to provide CISOs cyber risk intelligence of their sensitive documents and automated security to mitigate the risk.

For more information, please visit www.phalanx.io.

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Phalanx Selected as one of the Best Data Integration Startups in Virginia by Startup Pill

Phalanx strives to provide cyber-secure file collaboration around existing employee workflows to save time, increase cybersecurity, and increase productivity. We’re thrilled to see we’ve been showcased by Startup Pill as one of the top Data Integration companies and startups.  

A huge thank you, and congratulations

We’d like to take this opportunity to give a huge thank you to Startup Pill for the recognition and congratulate the other brilliant companies who were also featured.

A little about Startup Pill

The Startup Pill is a friendly and international space where startup founders, investors and consultants can share resources, progress and tips.

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Want to learn more about how Phalanx can secure your file transfers and storage? Book a demo today, or request a trial and we’d love to chat.

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Phalanx Selected as one of 12 Washington D.C. Startups To Watch In 2021 by Beeso Studio

Phalanx strives to provide easy-to-use security where it matters most – your data.  We’re thrilled to see we’ve been showcased by Beeso Studio as one of the top Big Data companies and startups.  

A huge thank you, and congratulations

We’d like to take this opportunity to give a huge thank you to Beeso Studio for the recognition and congratulate the other brilliant companies who were also featured.

A little about Beeso Studio

Beeso Studio is a startup studio that partners with startups to accelerate their launch and ensure their long term success.

Beeso Studio helps startups focus on revenue and achieve growth as quickly as possible.

They help startups with Raising Funds, Software Development, Sales, Marketing, Operations and everything in between – to make startups successful!

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Want to learn more about how Phalanx can protect your organization from breaches, insider threats, and accidental spillage? Book a demo today, or request a trial and we’d love to chat.

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Phalanx Selected as Finalist in TFX Capital’s 6th Annual Veteran Startup Showcase

Phalanx provides security & visibility to data that resides outside databases (unstructured data) with Zero Trust Data Access (ZTDA). Human error paired with a lack of easy visibility to who is accessing what files across an organization exposes them to significant cyber risk and data loss. Phalanx combines automation, encryption, and identity for a seamless data access experience designed for users without sacrificing productivity.

We’re thrilled to see we’ve been selected as a Finalist in TFX Capital’s 6th Annual Veteran Startup Showcase.

A huge thank you, and good luck!

We’d like to take this opportunity to give a huge thank you to TFX Capital and the judges for the opportunity to pitch Phalanx and congratulate the other brilliant companies against who we’ll be competing.

A little about TFX Capital

Our purpose is to accelerate the success of accomplished former military and national security leaders in order to deliver investor returns, develop teams, and grow a value-added network.

We believe in improving the world around us through investing in service driven, high-performing and commercially tested military and national security veteran entrepreneurs. We invest in these founders based on character and grit, and we provide value to them because we know them – we’re service driven veteran founders ourselves.

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Want to learn more about how Phalanx can protect your organization from breaches, insider threats, and accidental spillage? Book a demo today, or request a trial and we’d love to chat.

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Phalanx Selected as Finalist to Compete in Veterans Business Battle 2023

Phalanx Selected as Finalist to Compete in Veterans Business Battle 2023

Phalanx, a leading Next-Generation Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technology startup. has been selected as a finalist to compete in the ninth annual Veterans Business Battle at Rice University. The event, which will take place in April, invites 16 veteran-owned startups to pitch their business ideas to a panel of investors for a chance at prize money and investment opportunities.

Phalanx offers a unique solution for organizations seeking to manage access control of their documents across their workforce. The platform combines automation, encryption, and identity to ensure a seamless data access experience for users without sacrificing productivity, all while following Zero Trust data access principles to ensure only authorized users have access to sensitive files.

“We are thrilled to be selected as a finalist for the Veterans Business Battle,” said Ian Garrett, co-founder of Phalanx. “Our team is passionate about creating a more secure and efficient way for organizations to manage their data access, and we believe our platform can make a real difference for businesses of all sizes.”

In addition to the pitching competition, the Veterans Business Battle will also feature a day of learning on Saturday, including a keynote speech and panel discussions with former competitors and business finance experts offering practical advice for founders. The event is open to the public, and attendees will have the opportunity to learn from some of the most innovative and successful veteran entrepreneurs in the country.

“We are excited to bring the Veterans Business Battle back in person this year and offer an educational experience about entrepreneurship to the public,” said the event organizers in a statement. “We believe that by supporting veteran-owned businesses, we can help create a more vibrant and resilient economy for everyone.”

Phalanx is honored to be a part of this exciting event and looks forward to presenting its innovative platform to the panel of investors.

Learn About Data Loss Prevention and More With Phalanx

To learn more about how Phalanx can help you reduce the risk of data breaches, contact us for a demo today.

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Phalanx Selected as Finalist in NOVA Chamber of Commerce’s Distinguished Service Awards for the category: Veteran Owned Business of the Year, Emerging!

Phalanx provides security & visibility to data that resides outside databases (unstructured data) with Zero Trust Data Access (ZTDA). Human error paired with a lack of easy visibility to who is accessing what files across an organization exposes them to significant cyber risk and data loss. Phalanx combines automation, encryption, and identity for a seamless data access experience designed for users without sacrificing productivity.

We’re thrilled to see we’ve been selected as a Finalist in NOVA Chamber of Commerce’s Distinguished Service Awards for the category: Veteran Owned Business of the Year, Emerging!

A huge thank you, and good luck!

We’d like to take this opportunity to give a huge thank you to NOVA Chamber of Commerce and the judges for the opportunity to pitch Phalanx and congratulate the other brilliant companies against who we’ll be competing.

A little about NOVA Chamber of Commerce

For 97 years, the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce has been the Voice of Business within our Region. Through our direct work on economic development, workforce issues, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we daily demonstrate why we’re the largest and most influential Chamber in the greater Washington D.C. Metropolitan Region.

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Want to learn more about how Phalanx can protect your organization from breaches, insider threats, and accidental spillage? Book a demo today, or request a trial and we’d love to chat.

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Phalanx Featured in Startup To Follow

Phalanx Gets Featured in Startup To Follow

Phalanx, was recently featured in Startup To Follow in an article titled “Phalanx Conquers Human Error for a Cyber-Secure Future” for our innovative solution to human error that provides visibility in data access. In a world where data breaches are on the rise and remote work is becoming the norm Phalanx MUZE (Monitoring Unstructured Data with Zero Trust Encryption) is more important than ever.

How Does Phalanx Help?

Phalanx’s solution combines automation, encryption, and identity to create a seamless data access experience that doesn’t sacrifice productivity. Unlike other competitors in the space, Phalanx is designed to overlay on existing environments, ensuring there is no gap in protection.

Phalanx’s solution, MUZE, consists of an endpoint and web application. The endpoint application and its integrations (Outlook/Gmail, OneDrive/SharePoint/Google Drive, MS Teams) work in the background to automatically encrypt data at the file level and enable secure, trackable sharing across each of those environments. This automated file-level security allows users to work securely without hindering productivity, doesn’t require users to learn new behaviors, and doesn’t require them to make security decisions.

The meta-data gathered from the endpoint application and integrations is then sent to the web application where security leaders and operators can view risk and understand all aspects of how their unstructured data is accessed and shared across the organization, regardless of location.

In the words of Phalanx CEO and Co-founder Ian Garrett, “Human-related issues are the leading cause of data breaches because perfect security would require people to focus on never making a mistake, which isn’t a reality. We founded Phalanx with a mission to enable businesses to operate in a quick, efficient way without sacrificing security, and without putting a burden on their employees. Our customers are astonished at how intuitive and simple we’ve made the platform, and we strive to continue evolving it to adapt to everyday workflows.”

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Want to learn more about how Phalanx can provide security & visibility to your data? Book a demo today, or request a trial and we’d love to chat.

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Phalanx Founders Recognized in the Rising Stars Category of the Lunch Pail 100

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We’re thrilled to announce that Phalanx’s very own founders, Ian Garrett and Austin Garrett, have been honored as Rising Stars in the prestigious Lunch Pail 100 list for 2024! This recognition celebrates Virginia Tech alumni who have demonstrated remarkable growth, innovation, and leadership within their companies.

Innovation Meets Security: Phalanx’s Impact

At Phalanx, our mission has always been to simplify and strengthen cybersecurity for businesses, especially those with limited resources. By transforming everyday workspaces into secure environments, Phalanx has rapidly become a trusted solution for businesses looking to protect their data without complicating their workflow. Our approach to cybersecurity—leveraging automated file protection and seamless integration with existing tools—has proven essential for many businesses navigating today’s complex digital landscape.

The recognition of Ian and Austin as Rising Stars is a testament to their visionary leadership and commitment to making top-tier cybersecurity accessible for all businesses. From their deep expertise in cybersecurity, honed through years of experience in both military and industry settings, to their relentless drive to innovate, they have positioned Phalanx as a leader in the cybersecurity space.

Why This Matters for Our Customers

This award is not just a win for Ian, Austin, and the Phalanx team—it’s a win for our customers. It highlights the effectiveness of Phalanx’s solutions in providing robust, easy-to-implement security that protects businesses from both accidental and intentional data breaches. Our clients, from small businesses to larger enterprises, trust Phalanx to safeguard their sensitive information, knowing that they are supported by leaders who are recognized for their excellence and innovation.

As we celebrate this achievement, we remain committed to our mission: protecting businesses from the rising threats of cyberattacks, ensuring that they can operate with confidence and peace of mind.

Join Us in Celebrating

We invite you to join us in congratulating Ian and Austin on this well-deserved recognition. Their dedication to cybersecurity is driving Phalanx forward, helping businesses across the country stay secure in an increasingly digital world.

To learn more about the Lunch Pail 100 and the incredible companies and leaders recognized this year, visit the official Lunch Pail Ventures website.

Here’s to continuing our journey of innovation, growth, and excellence—together!

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Phalanx Identified as a Cutting Edge Tech Companies Disrupting its Industry in USA Today

Phalanx provides cyber-secure file transfers & storage around existing employee workflows to save time, increase cybersecurity, and increase productivity. We’re very excited to see we’ve been showcased in USA Today as a cutting edge tech company disrupting the cybersecurity industry.

“People think good security comes at the cost of productivity. Since human-related issues are the leading cause of data breaches, we founded Phalanx to allow organizations to have both high cybersecurity and high productivity. Our customers are ecstatic about how simple we’ve made their secure file transfer and storage processes without needing additional infrastructure or burdening their employees,” said Ian Garrett, CEO & co-founder.

We’re looking forward to moving forward in our mission to provide the easiest experience to end-users while also enabling security leaders visibility and assurance with a traditionally very difficult data type to deal with.

Want to learn more about how Phalanx can secure your file transfers and storage? Book a demo today, or request a trial and we’d love to chat.

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Phalanx is Selected as a DCA Live Red Hot Cyber Company 2023

Co-founder & CMO Carl Kenney (left) and Co-founder & CEO Ian Garrett (right)

Phalanx is proud to announce its selection as a recipient in the prestigious RedHot Cyber 2023 event held at Northeastern University in Arlington.

The event, a cornerstone for the cybersecurity community in the Washington, D.C. region, brought together top entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders to discuss the future of cybersecurity and acknowledge the significant contributions of regional companies.

Phalanx co-founder Ian Garrett, who represented the company, expressed his enthusiasm about the opportunities for networking and collaboration presented at the event. “RedHot Cyber 2023 was not just a meeting of minds but a convergence of visionary ideas and groundbreaking solutions in the cybersecurity landscape,” said Garrett.

The event highlighted the importance of innovative approaches in tackling security challenges faced by government, national security, and consumers. As one of the honored companies, Phalanx showcased its commitment to developing cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies that safeguard digital assets and infrastructure.

“We are excited to contribute to the vibrant cybersecurity ecosystem in the DC area,” added Garrett. “Events like RedHot Cyber are essential in fostering a community of collaboration, driving forward our collective goal of a more secure digital world.”

Phalanx extends its gratitude to DCA Live and the host committee for organizing an impactful event and looks forward to continued involvement in initiatives that propel the cybersecurity industry forward.

About Phalanx:

Phalanx is a lightweight Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and document mapping solution that secures document access by combining automation, identity, and encryption. We transform existing workspaces, such as Office 365, Google Workspace, or local devices, into secure systems to provide CISOs cyber risk intelligence of their sensitive documents and automated security to mitigate the risk.

For more information, please visit www.phalanx.io.

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