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

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Gene Sun

Corporate VP and CISO, FedEx

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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

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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 & Wakefield

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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
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Sunil Frida

Chief Marketing Officer

Mike Rich
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Mike Rich

CRO, Pres. of Global Sales

Adam Gellar
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Adam Gellar

Chief Product Officer