Meet Our Team

Brian has 25 years of leadership in the data destruction and recycling industries. He began his entrepreneurial journey as co-founder and President of First Star Fiber, where he built one of the region’s largest materials recovery operations. He later acquired several small electronics recycling companies, transforming them into DataShield into one of the largest independent data destruction firms in the country. His success and ongoing community involvement earned him recognition as Entrepreneur of the Year by the Midland Business Journal.

As Founder and CEO of Shred Vault, Brian has spent several years inventing and perfecting the company’s multi-patented kiosk system. He now leads the global deployment of this innovative solution, making secure shredding more accessible and sustainable. Brian’s work ethic is rooted in service, reflected in his leadership roles with numerous regional organizations including the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, the Platte Institute, Entrepreneur Organization of Nebraska. His vision continues to shape Shred Vault’s growth and impact.

James is a seasoned executive with 25 years of experience in technical and operational leadership across the healthcare and technology industries. He joins Shred Vault after serving as Chief Operating Officer at CyncHealth, the designated health information exchange (HIE) for Nebraska and western Iowa. There, he helped lead the organization into a new era of health data accessibility and innovation, supporting over 5 million lives and more than 1,100 healthcare facilities.

Prior to CyncHealth, James spent a decade at the global headquarters of Home Instead, the world’s largest home care brand, where he held roles including President, Global CIO, and VP of IT. He led the modernization of IT systems and scaled operational platforms supporting over 600 domestic franchise businesses. His earlier career includes leadership roles in telecommunications and transportation, following a degree in Applied Computer Science from St. Louis University’s Parks College of Engineering and Aviation. At Shred Vault, James brings a strategic mindset and operational rigor to help scale the company’s infrastructure and deliver exceptional customer value.

Bob leads Shred Vault’s licensing and operational strategy. As the founder of NAID (National Association for Information Destruction), the global trade organization for the data destruction industry, he shaped and served the industry for three decades. During his tenure, Bob architected the most widely recognized data disposition certification standard in the world, setting the benchmark for secure information destruction practices.

In addition to his operational leadership, Bob is a frequent speaker and author on data protection, privacy regulations, and compliance strategy. He isan IAPP Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States and Europe (CIPP/US/E). His deep expertise and thought leadership continue to guide Shred Vault’s growth and ensure its services meet the highest standards of confidentiality and reliability

With over 15 years of leadership experience in the information protection and destruction industry, Matt brings extensive operational leadership to Shred Vault. He has a proven ability to design and manage scalable systems that enhance efficiency, strengthen partner performance, and deliver consistent results across a national network.

His expertise lies in optimizing processes, improving service delivery, and aligning operations with strategic goals. By combining industry knowledge with a disciplined approach to execution, Matt ensures Shred Vault maintains its reputation for reliability, innovation, and excellence in customer and partner support.

Since 2000, Shannon has served in executive leadership roles where she has consistently built high-performing teams and thriving workplace cultures. At Shred Vault, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the internal environment, ensuring that integrity, collaboration, and purpose are woven into every aspect of the organization.

Drawing on her extensive background in organizational development and community engagement, Shannon excels at identifying talent, developing leaders, and creating opportunities for employees to succeed. Her leadership philosophy centers on empowering people, providing platforms for growth, recognizing contributions, and reinforcing a culture that reflects the same transparency and reliability Shred Vault delivers to its customers. Shannon’s ability to blend strategic vision with a keen eye for cultural development makes her a trusted leader and a catalyst for sustainable growth.

Lee Williams is a technology and product strategist with more than 30 years of experience building innovative digital products and customer experiences. His career began at Palm, where he helped develop some of the earliest smartphone and tablet technologies that transformed how people communicate and work. Throughout his career, Lee has focused on creating technology that is not only functional, but intuitive, engaging, and impactful for the people using it. He also leads Edelleye Digital, a technology studio focused on product development, cloud services, growth strategy, and emerging technologies including AI and data transformation.

At Shred Vault, Lee brings deep expertise in product development, customer experience, and technology strategy with a strong focus on enhancing the overall product and user experience. He works closely on innovation initiatives that improve how customers interact with the platform, kiosks, and digital tools while helping guide the continued evolution of the Shred Vault experience. Lee is passionate about building technology that feels seamless, meaningful, and accessible while helping transform secure shredding into a modern, convenient consumer service.

Chris Lowry, CPA, is a seasoned financial professional with more than a decade of experience spanning both public accounting and the private sector. At Shred Vault, he provides strategic financial leadership to strengthen operations, ensure compliance, and support the company’s continued growth.

Chris specializes in cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting, process optimization, risk mitigation, and audit oversight. His expertise and guidance help Shred Vault navigate complex financial challenges while positioning the company for scalable, sustainable success.