Staff

Adrianne started her career as a mechanical engineer and transitioned into product, project and program management roles throughout the years. She has experience across several industries including defense, heavy machinery, mobility and fintech, among others. Adrianne helps organization by creating more efficient communication channels, smoothing processes and being the connective tissue to get things done.

Dr. David A. Wheeler is an expert on developing secure software and on open source software (OSS) development. He wrote the book “Secure Programming HOWTO” on how to develop secure software, and his work on countering malicious tools (“Fully Countering Trusting Trust through Diverse Double-Compiling (DDC)”) is widely cited. He is the Director of Open Source Supply Chain Security at the Linux Foundation, and teaches graduate courses in developing secure software at George Mason University (GMU). He is also the lead for the Linux Foundation’s OpenSSF Best Practices badge project. Dr. Wheeler has a PhD in Information Technology, a Master’s in Computer Science, a certificate in Information Security, and a B.S. in Electronics Engineering, all from George Mason University (GMU). He is also a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

Khahil serves OpenSSF by executing special programs and projects that serve our communities. Khahil is especially critical to project events, promotions, and other dev-community facing benefits. Khahil’s work on events and projects have taken him all over the US and abroad. For more than a decade, he has worked on events of all scales across various industries, from brand-based pop up events, to managing the largest consumer video game event in the US.

Riaan is an experienced program manager with a deep understanding of open-source and automotive sectors. He has played a crucial role in advancing projects like Kubernetes Conformance and key infrastructure initiatives. With a strong technical background and a commitment to team success, he consistently delivers impactful results, driving innovation and excellence within the teams he leads.

Naomi is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in project and event management. A detail-oriented, innovative professional with 10+ years of experience in leading projects to successful completion and a a performance history of amplifying efficiency and productivity.

Jeff has more than two decades of experience in technology and communications with a diverse background in operations, project management and executive leadership.

Angelah serves as the Communications & Marketing Manager at OpenSSF, providing creative perspectives to the open source community. She holds a Master of Global Affairs degree with a focus on Innovation, Global Policy, and Capital Markets from the Munk School, University of Toronto. Leveraging her experience in blockchain and international organizations, she champions open source and software security through community engagement, strategic digital marketing, and inclusive conversations.

Ram supports OpenSSF’s mission to sustainably secure open source software by helping manage the community in India. Ram’s goal is to grow the community and integrate new participants.

Randi leads the membership solutions for OpenSSF, connecting with organizations to share the benefits of formally joining the ecosystem of industry experts working together to secure the OS supply chain. She is focused on ensuring long term project health and ability to execute the Mobilization Plan by increasing budget resources through membership, community growth, and awareness of the initiative. Community and resource building along with collaboration are her passion. She has a MSW with an emphasis on Management and Community Practice from the University of Tennessee, BSW from Belmont University and is a Certified Salesforce Admin. She brings 10 years experience working in fast paced and solutions oriented environments including tech, nonprofit, entertainment and events.

A few years ago, Reden started his career in a call center, beginning as a customer service representative and eventually becoming an operations manager, overseeing responsibilities related to Telco, Credit Cards, training, and certification. When presented with the opportunity to work as a project coordinator, Reden didn’t hesitate. Seeing it as a chance to embrace something different and acquire new skills, he enthusiastically accepted the role. To his surprise, the transition wasn’t a walk in the park, but Reden found unexpected enjoyment in the challenges. As he navigates through these new technical tasks, he’s hopeful for support from everyone around him. This journey marks a step into uncharted territory for Reden, and he’s ready to make the most of the experience. Reden is based in Manila, Philippines, and works mostly during the total opposite hours from everyone in LF.

Sally Cooper serves as a Communications & Marketing Manager for OpenSSF, drawing on her expertise in cybersecurity, privacy, and open source software to develop and lead creative campaigns. Her deep understanding of the technical landscape enables her to clearly articulate ideas, seamlessly connecting OpenSSF’s community initiatives with its fundamental mission to secure open source software for the public good.

Her work involves promoting events, engaging with diverse audiences through social media, fostering community involvement, and contributing insightful content to blogs. Sally leverages digital data-driven marketing techniques to enhance visibility and impact, promoting OpenSSF’s initiatives and highlighting the critical role of security within the open source ecosystem. Through her efforts, Sally amplifies the foundation’s reach, engaging both technical communities and the broader public in the essential conversation about open source software security.