Who We Are

Amad Fida, CEO

Amad brings over 15 years of experience in security software to Brinqa where he drives the vision and overall business strategy. Previously, he was co-founder and Vice President of Engineering at Vaau a visionary company in Compliance and Role Management. While at Vaau; Amad architected, developed, and delivered the first version of their flagship product; and was responsible for setting the strategic technology and product direction until their acquisition by Sun Microsystems in 2008. At Sun, Amad led the Identity Compliance and Role Management business in delivering the #1 Role Management product as rated by industry leading analysts. In addition to his passion for building solutions that maximize business efficiencies, Amad enjoys producing and directing amateur films.

Amad is based in Los Angeles, California

Hilda Perez, President & Founder

Hilda has spent the last 25 years creating world-class enterprise applications targeting fortune 2000 companies. Her strength is in bridging the gap between business solutions and technology and building talented, efficient teams. Hilda’s experience includes building a team and product that became the leader and top revenue generating product in it’s market. Most recently, her role with Sun Microsystems leading the Identity & Access Management business worldwide included all areas of engineering and off-shore sustaining. Her leadership and commitment to quality has allowed for a successful career with startups like Waveset Technologies, which was acquired by Sun, as well as established companies like Motorola, Tivoli/IBM and Sun Microsystems.

Hilda is based in Austin, Texas.

Kevin Gallagher, Vice President, Global Sales

Kevin has over 15 years experience in Sales, Sales Management and Business Development. His strength is in building strong relationships with partners and customers to help solve complicated problems through the use of enterprise technology. Kevin’s role as VP of Strategic Development with Vaau helped them to become the industry leader with vendors, partners and customers, which led to a successful acquisition by Sun. While at Sun, Kevin lead WW Sales of Sun Role Manager to record growth. Kevin’s ability to connect business needs with technology has led to a successful career with startups, as well as established companies like Sun Microsystems and Computer Associates.

Kevin is based in Southern California.