“We are thrilled to have Michael on board, lending his exceptional insights and knowledge to guide our rapid growth in the financial industry. Said Tina D’Agostin, “With Michael's proven track record of navigating the intricacies of security challenges faced by financial institutions, we are poised to embark on a transformative journey that will redefine how the industry approaches access management. With Michael's invaluable guidance, we strive to forge a more secure future, where technology and financial services unite seamlessly to protect and empower businesses and individuals alike."

In his current role as Chief Security Officer for Fannie Mae, Michael Clancy oversees and leads day-to-day physical security operations across multiple high-rise and campus settings. His responsibilities encompass the management of investigations, staff and contractor screenings, executive protection, and disaster preparedness. With extensive experience in handling security operations for one of the leading sources of residential mortgage credit in the U.S. secondary market, Mr. Clancy's insights will be invaluable in driving Alcatraz AI's vision for enhanced access control solutions.

Before joining Fannie Mae, Michael Clancy served as the Former Senior Group Manager, Corporate Compliance, and Ethics at Target. In this role, he led Global Investigations and Information Security Investigations, successfully managing fraud, workplace violence, and due diligence cases to foster a risk-conscious decision-making culture within the organisation. Adding to his impressive portfolio, Clancy has achieved a distinguished career as a Retired Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Senior Executive (SES). His tenure with the FBI spans across financial services, retail, and government sectors, where he demonstrated exceptional expertise in conducting complex investigations, implementing robust security platforms, and pioneering risk management strategies.

"With industry-leading facial authentication and AI, Alcatraz is reshaping access control, addressing complex security issues in highly secure environments," said Clancy. Alcatraz AI's solutions are designed to meet the security demands of the market, offering the most advanced facial biometric system available. I eagerly anticipate leveraging my expertise and collaborating closely with the team to shape the future of access control solutions."