Our customers are cybersecurity superstars, the game-changers who make the digital world safer. They are unstoppable, driven to innovate, strategize, implement, and inspire. They envision positive outcomes and make them reality with their Zscaler deployments—and it’s our privilege to be part of that journey.

Award Categories

Zenny categories

Zscaler’s Zenny Awards recognize the incredible achievements of twelve Zscaler customers:

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The Innovator

You embrace novel, creative ways to adapt to the shifting digital landscape. Always looking to expand beyond the core Zscaler platform, you’re an early adopter of leading-edge technologies redefining standards in the industry, like Zero Trust Device Segmentation and the Data Fabric for Security.

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The Strategist

You use Zscaler to fortify your organization's security posture and make doing business easier and safer. You’ve strategically leveraged Zscaler solutions to achieve outstanding business outcomes and align cybersecurity initiatives with your company's long-term goals.

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The Transformer

You are the architect and the change agent. Your brain is constantly on fire with new use cases and ways to integrate Zscaler into your environment. You’ve brought about incredible digital transformation and operational efficiency by making the most of the Zscaler platform.

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The Collaborator

As the consummate team player, you know amazing things can happen when everyone is in sync. You understand and value the power of long-lasting partnerships. You have excelled in fostering collaboration with Zscaler, contributing to mutual success and growth.

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The Visionary

You’re a big-picture thinker and a leader. You hold a clear vision for the future and design roadmaps built on pioneering technologies to further your organization’s goals. This award celebrates leaders who have been early adopters of Zscaler's latest innovations, paving the way for others in their industry.

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Advocate of the Year

You’re a passionate storyteller who loves to share your Zscaler experience with others, inspiring them to embrace digital transformation with zero trust. As a vocal Zscaler champion, you’ve taken part in case studies, videos, Zenith Live keynotes, and more to share your successes.

ZENNY AWARD WINNERS

Meet the 2026 Zenny Recipients

Jairo Orea
Jairo Orea
Global CISO, Royal Caribbean
John Israel
John Israel
Global CISO, KPMG
gene-sun
Gene Sun
Corporate VP and CISO, FedEx
Eric Brinkman
Eric Brinkman
VP, Cyber Security Architecture, Honeywell
Nick O'Connor
Nick O'Connor
CTO, Trinity Health
Ricardo Lafosse
Ricardo Lafosse
CISO, Kraft Heinz
Demond Waters
Demond Waters
CISO, NYC Department of Education
Anthony Dixon
Anthony Dixon
Exec. Dr. for Infrastructure Security & Data Protection, NYC Department of Education
Bob Stasio
Bob Stasio
Deputy CISO and CISO for Animal Health, Merck
Ed Trautman
Ed Trautman
Executive Director, Cybersecurity Engineering, Merck
Stephanie Franklin-Thomas
Stephanie Franklin-Thomas
Global VP & CISO, Medtronic
Glen Taylor
Glen Taylor
VP Digital Technology Infrastructure and Operations, ServiceNow
Jim Motes
Jim Motes
CISO, Ryan LLC
Erik Hart
Erik Hart
CISO, Cushman & Wakefiel
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Jason Koler
Deputy CISO, Eaton

Recognition

2026 Zenny winners receive:
An all-expenses-paid trip to Zenith Live 2026 in Las Vegas
A Zscaler social media shout-out and unique digital badge
An elegant VIP awards ceremony and reception with the Zscaler executive team
A personalized lucite plaque to proudly display in your office
2025 Zenny winners receive

2026 Timeline

Important dates

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February 15

Nominations open

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April 1

Nominations close

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May 1

Winners announced

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June 8

Formal awards ceremony and reception at Zenith Live ’26

Meet the Judges

Meet our panel of judges

Sunil Frida
Sunil Frida
Chief Marketing Officer
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Mike Rich
Mike Rich
CRO, Pres. of Global Sales
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Adam Gellar
Adam Gellar
Chief Product Officer
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