Academic Credentials
  • M.S., Information Science, University of Pittsburgh, 2000
  • B.S., Computer Science, University of Pittsburgh, 1999
Academic Appointments
  • Duquesne University (2024) Applied Threat Systems undergraduate course
  • Carnegie Mellon University (2014 - 2024) Cybersecurity Policy & Governance graduate course
  • Metrics & Measurement executive education course
Professional Affiliations
  • Board of Directors (Brentwood Bank)
  • Board Member (The Forte Group)
  • 2020-2023 InfoSec World Advisory Board Co-Chair
  • 2017 Advanced Fellowship in Cyber Studies CSIS
  • 2017 Chair IEEE Secure Development Conference
  • 2016-2017 Leadership Pittsburgh XXXIII

Summer Fowler brings over two decades of experience aligning cybersecurity, IT, and enterprise risk management with core business objectives. As a C-suite executive at leading autonomous vehicle and robotics companies, she has architected and executed multi-year strategies that not only protect digital assets but also drive innovation and operational efficiency. Her leadership has consistently delivered measurable results, including multimillion-dollar cost savings, streamlined risk management frameworks, and the successful integration of AI governance into enterprise operations.

Throughout her career, Summer has built and led high-performing teams across cybersecurity, IT, DevOps, and corporate responsibility functions. At organizations like Torc Robotics, Motional, and Argo AI, she has designed and scaled cybersecurity programs from the ground up, implemented advanced threat detection systems, and established enterprise-wide policies aligned with global standards such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and GDPR. Her ability to foster cross-functional collaboration and align technical initiatives with executive priorities has made her a trusted advisor to boards and executive teams alike.

Beyond her executive roles, Ms. Fowler is a nationally recognized voice in cybersecurity, having delivered keynote addresses at major industry conferences, testified before Congress, and taught at Carnegie Mellon University for over a decade. Her thought leadership spans topics from AI risk to diversity in tech, and she has been honored as one of the Top 25 Women in Cybersecurity. Clients benefit not only from her technical acumen but also from her ability to communicate complex risk landscapes in clear, actionable terms that empower informed decision-making.