Women in Security 2022: Theresa Bentch, Garmin International
As Director of Security, Environmental Health & Safety and IT Risk Assurance, Theresa Bentch wants to create long-lasting and impactful security programs, helping her teams realize their potential.
Theresa Bentch never imagined herself in her current role as Director of Security, Environmental Health & Safety and IT Risk Assurance at Garmin International, a multinational company that designs, develops and manufactures products for different markets.
“I never sought to be a leader in cybersecurity risk or environmental health and safety,” she says. “It wasn’t a goal I was after.” And yet, she’s passionate about protecting both people and assets, as well as understanding all aspects of Garmin’s business, including supply chain risks, design and construction, and other impacts that could disrupt business continuity and resilience. Her goal is to be a well-rounded leader — not just in security, but also in the organization.