Executive Leadership

Collectively Committed.

Driven By Purpose.

How We Lead

Since 2014, EVOTEK has been led by a team that believes you can be high-performing and human at the same time. Our leadership team is proof of that belief — individually accomplished, collectively committed, and deeply invested in the success of everyone around them.

Cesar Enciso

CEO & Founder

Cesar Enciso

CEO & Founder

Cesar Enciso is a distinguished technology veteran with more than 30 years of experience and the award-winning CEO of EVOTEK. Renowned for his bold strategic vision and transformative leadership, Cesar has positioned EVOTEK as an industry trailblazer, earning widespread recognition for its exceptional performance, progressive culture, and commitment to philanthropy. He has also been recognized with numerous leadership and industry awards throughout his career and is regularly invited to share his insights as a speaker at industry conferences, leadership forums, and technology events.

As a respected thought leader, Cesar has guided EVOTEK to earn a place on Inc. Magazine’s 5000 Fastest Growing Companies and Best Workplaces lists. The company has also received numerous accolades from CRN, including the Solution Provider 500, Tech Elite 250, and Fast Growth 150 awards. In recognition of his own leadership and contributions to innovation, Cesar was named Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year in 2021. Beyond his professional achievements, Cesar is deeply committed to philanthropic efforts and to giving back to his community through initiatives such as his foundation, the LEAD Futures Foundation, which focuses on expanding educational access, opportunity, and leadership development for the next generation. His leadership is guided by a customer-first philosophy and a belief that lasting success is built through hard work, forward-thinking strategy, and strong collaboration across teams.
Mari Rodish

COO/CFO

Mari Rodish

COO/CFO

Mari Rodish is an accomplished COO/CFO at EVOTEK, Inc. with over 20 years of experience in the technology sector. Known for her strategic financial and operational leadership, she has played a pivotal role in guiding her company through rapid growth. Mari has a proven track record of enhancing organizational performance, increasing productivity, mitigating risk, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement ensuring that her organization remains financially resilient and operationally sound in the fast-paced technology industry. With primarily enterprise customers, Mari understands the criticality of strong security posture for the organization in serving both our internal and external customers. She has a proven ability in leading cross functional teams inclusive of Finance, Legal, IT, Sales/Service Operations and HR to deliver excellent customer service across internal and external customers. Outside of work, Mari is passionate about quality time with family, mentoring young professionals, and supporting charitable initiatives that serve the underprivileged.
Ned Engelke

Chief Technology Officer

Ned Engelke

Chief Technology Officer

Ned Engelke has been with EVOTEK since its inception in 2014. Under his leadership identifying products, services and solution mixes the San Diego based company has become the fastest growing solutions provider in the United States. He brings over 20 years of leadership experience from the world’s largest and most recognizable tech companies including: NetApp, EMC, and Sun Microsystems. Prior to joining EVOTEK, Ned led sales teams in Northern Europe for NetApp and served as a strategic consultant for EMC. He has lived in Europe, both US coasts and has worked extensively in Asia. Ned is recognized for building high-performance, cross-cultural teams, scaling businesses, and producing hyper-growth results.
Matt Shufeldt

Chief Solutions Officer

Matt Shufeldt

Chief Solutions Officer

Winner of the CTA APEX 2017 (inaugural) CISO of Year award A leader in the Cyber Security community with 25+ years working professionally in multiple areas of Information Technology. In addition to being a successful multi-industry CISO, Matt has also served in multiple senior executive positions in Information Technology. As a passionate technologist and an avid believer in strong process, Matt has applied his expertise across multiple industries at multiple levels. In addition to his technical and process knowledge, Matt has invested heavily in his own leadership development and the leadership development of his front line and strategic leaders. Matt is also on the board for Denver OWASP and a frequent presenter and panel participant at conferences and industry events.

Moudy Elbayadi

Chief AI & Innovation Officer

Moudy Elbayadi

Chief AI & Innovation Officer

Dr. Moudy Elbayadi serves as Chief AI & Innovation Officer at EVOTEK, leveraging 27 years of technology leadership to drive business results through transformation. Former CTO of Shutterfly and CIO at NortonLifeLock, Moudy has led end-to-end transformations that align strategy, architecture, and execution for both public companies and PE-backed ventures. His track record includes driving platform modernizations at former companies that reduced infrastructure costs by double digits while improving performance and time-to-market, protecting millions through comprehensive cybersecurity programs, and overseeing $3B+ in strategic M&A. Most recently, Moudy partners with C-Suite, and PE operators to unlock EBITDA and accelerate outcomes by tying technology investment to business objectives. At EVOTEK, he leads executive engagement and advisory-led opportunities, developing repeatable frameworks that blend strategic sourcing, architecture, and high-value services. Co-author of “Big Breaches: Cybersecurity Lessons for Everyone” and board advisor to multiple technology companies, Moudy combines strategic vision with measurable business impact.
Amir Fouladgar

Senior Vice President, Strategic Accounts

Amir Fouladgar

Senior Vice President, Strategic Accounts

Amir Fouladgar is the Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts at EVOTEK, where he brings over 20 years of leadership experience in technology and enterprise solutions. In his role, he is responsible for fostering strategic relationships with key accounts, ensuring the delivery of tailored solutions that drive business growth and innovation. He has a proven track record of success in developing and implementing strategic initiatives across diverse industries, including healthcare, finance, and technology. Amir is known for his deep industry knowledge, passion for technology, and his ability to build trusted, long-term partnerships. His expertise in IT strategy, cloud computing, and digital transformation enables him to deliver innovative and scalable solutions that meet the evolving needs of his clients.
Daria Pavlova

General Counsel

Daria Pavlova

General Counsel

Daria Pavlova serves as the General Counsel at EVOTEK where she oversees legal affairs and offers strategic counsel to the executive team and various departments. With over two years at EVOTEK, Daria has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s legal strategy and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. She is dedicated to identifying potential legal risks and developing proactive strategies to mitigate them. Daria collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, providing legal insights that inform business decisions and support EVOTEK’s growth initiatives. Before joining EVOTEK, Daria gained valuable experience working with companies in commercial real estate finance, technology, and aerospace sectors. She earned her J.D. from the University of San Diego School of Law.