K. Melton
Curriculum Vitae

A digital citizenship expert, celebrated cybersecurity leader, and talented multimedia artist dedicated to teaching cognitive resilience.

KEY SKILLS

  • Expert in leading teams through complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions.

  • Proven ability to enhance company culture and promote inclusivity.

  • Skilled in cybersecurity strategies, awareness campaigns, and educational games.

  • Simplifies complex concepts with visual storytelling and strategic insights.

  • Experienced in developing talent through personalized guidance and support.

RECOGNITION

  • Innovator of the Year (KnowBe4) — 2022

  • KCCVS Governor’s Citation — 2011

THE GOOD STUFF

  • Cognitive Security Institute, Volunteer (2024-2025)

  • LGBTQIA+ ERG, President (2023-2024)

  • Black Knowsters Network ERG, Newsletter Committee (2020-2021)

  • Alive Hospice, Volunteer (2017-2019)

  • Threshold Choir, Acapella Singer (2015-2019)

EDUCATION

  • Centre College — 2010

B.A. Fine Art with Sociology & Religion (cum laude)

  • Digital Marketing Master (2theTop)— 2015

  • Security Awareness & Culture Professional (SACP) (H-Layer) — 2021

“Logic clearly dictates that the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few [or the one].”
— Mr. Spock

Noteworthy Projects

  • Do We Belong Here

    Featured in the 2024 documentary Do We Belong Here: The Triumphs & Struggles of Cybersecurity's Women.

  • The Art & Science of Metawar

    Book layout and design, illustration, visualization of highly technical concepts for a general audience.

  • Hacker Jeopardy

    Brand and event management, illustration, game art, merch design, 'swagger,' general shenanigans

  • Analogue Network Security

    Book layout and design, illustration, visualization of highly technical concepts for a general audience.

  • InfoWarCon

    Brand revitalization, conference management, event marketing, web development.

The No Password Required Podcast

The No Password Required Podcast covers cybersecurity and a lot of other stuff by connecting with the industry's most interesting professionals. K-Melt & their co-host Jack Clabby focus on guests’ personalities, careers, and sometimes even learn about their comfort foods, interesting hobbies, and the dog breed that would make the best cybersecurity professional. Each guest has shared stories that made us laugh, think, and learn - typically in that order.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • KnowBe4

    • Accelerated creative direction, executive strategy, and innovative vision.

    • Built and implemented highly complex project management systems, leading to increased efficiency, scoping accuracy, and workload balance.

    • Maintained status as the flagship publisher for KnowBe4’s premier content subscription, delivering highly-rated, accessible training materials globally.

  • KnowBe4

    • Built a high-output team of exceptional creatives and developers with 100% retention.

    • Established Innovation Labs as a product innovation team focused on experimental and proof-of-concept projects.

    • Developed several groundbreaking educational gaming projects, including VR, AR, Unity, 360° video, and spatial audio.

  • Security Awareness Company (SAC)

    • Directed the development and execution of high-level digital strategy.

    • Led SAC to become recognized as industry visionaries, contributing to the company’s multimillion-dollar acquisition by KnowBe4.

  • Security Awareness Company (SAC)

    • Conceptualized and designed e-learning content across various formats.

    • Enhanced SAC’s brand, voice, and product reach through innovative design and web development.

  • Executive Leadership

  • Public Speaking

  • Culture & Creativity Incubation

  • Cognitive Resilience

  • Neurodiversity & DEI Advocacy

  • Serious Game Design (multi-platform, accessible, global)

  • Product Innovation

  • Training Program Development & Management

  • High-Performance Teams