Our People
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Eric Haupt
CEO, Obsidian Rowe
Eric Haupt is co-founder and CEO of Obsidian Rowe. He is a technologist specializing in corporate strategy, cybersecurity, and geopolitical risk. With over two decades of experience advising Senior Executives and government leaders, he helps organizations navigate complexity of innovation and implementation of technology and build resilience.
Paul M. Rush Jr.
COO and President, Obsidian Rowe
Paul M. Rush Jr. is co-founder, COO, and President of Obsidian Rowe. As our resident expert in Risk Management, Compliance, Governance, and Cybersecurity, Paul designs NIST-based, audit-proof security and compliance programs for organizations of all sizes. His experience spans a variety of highly regulated industries (e.g., the Defense Industrial Base, manufacturing, and telecommunications). Paul partners with executives to create board-ready programs, measurable controls, and practical AI solutions that streamline operations, reduce risk, and enable confident, compliant decision-making.