ElMaeXtro - Transform Information Risk Into Strategic Clarity
Recognized in Who's Who in America | 15+ Years Expertise

Transform Information
Risk Into Clarity

Business leaders face information risk daily. We translate complexity into clarity, helping you make confident, informed decisions that protect what matters.

Strategic Foresight

Anticipate risks and opportunities before they emerge. Transform uncertainty into competitive advantage through risk intelligence.

Trustworthiness

Building enduring confidence through honest guidance. We safeguard sensitive information and respect the trust placed in us.

Clarity Over Complexity

No overwhelm. No jargon. Just focused guidance that cuts through noise and helps you make smart decisions.

Resilience Action

Prepare your organization to withstand shocks and thrive. We turn risk intelligence into practical steps.

Ways to Work Together

Executive coaching, strategic advisory, and practical frameworks designed specifically for business leaders, not technicians.

Executive Coaching & Advisory

One-on-one guidance that transforms how you think about risk and leadership. Navigate the intersection of business strategy, technology, and information risk with confidence—without becoming a technologist.

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Information Risk Assessment

Know exactly where you're exposed—and what to do about it. We identify vulnerabilities, assess real exposure, and deliver clear, actionable strategies to mitigate threats.

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Governance Frameworks

Turn data chaos into strategic advantage. We design robust governance frameworks that ensure data integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

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Flagship Course

Leading With Clarity:
The CEO's Playbook

A comprehensive 7-week program built around The Clarity Continuum™—a proven framework that moves leaders from reactive firefighting to strategic mastery.

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What You'll Master

  • Ask the Right Questions — Know exactly what to demand from your IT team
  • Make Confident Decisions — Transform risk data into boardroom intelligence
  • Embed Risk Into Culture — Build organization-wide resilience
  • Protect What Matters — Safeguard reputation, revenue, and growth
  • Lead With Authority — Own the risk conversation with stakeholders
David A. Cruz

David Alexander Cruz Ureña

Founder & CEO | Executive Advisor

David Alexander Cruz Ureña is the founder of ElMaeXtro, an advisory firm that helps CEOs make clear, informed decisions about information risk. With experience across corporate environments, higher education, and executive advisory roles, David has built risk programs, led teams through crisis, and guided leaders navigating uncertainty.

He believes clarity is the foundation of resilience — and that strong leadership, not technology, is the real solution to information risk. Through ElMaeXtro, he equips business leaders to see risk clearly, act decisively, and protect what matters most.

Founder Story

Credentials & Recognition

Master of Science (MS)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
SANS GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials)
CMMC Certified Professional (CCP)
Doctoral Candidate (Capella University)
Certified Business Coach (MindValley)
Published Author: "Leading with Clarity"
Who's Who in America Honoree (2025)

The CEO's 2-Minute Risk Reality Check

Are you actually protected, or just lucky? Answer 5 strategic questions to discover where your organization is vulnerable—and get a customized roadmap to fix it.

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Leading with Clarity Book Cover

The Boardroom Guide to
Cyber Resilience

Most CEOs delegate information risk to IT—but the real answers require leadership. "Leading with Clarity" reveals the 7 strategic questions that help you identify vulnerabilities, make confident decisions, and protect what matters most.

Strategic Risk
Intelligence

Executive Guide

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Free Executive Resource

The Executive's Guide to Information Risk

Don't have time for the full book yet? Download this focused guide to understand the core principles of the Clarity Continuum™ and start protecting your organization today.

Diagnose Hidden Vulnerabilities

Learn to spot the structural weaknesses in your organization that traditional audits often miss.

Translate Risk to Revenue

Proven frameworks to communicate information risk as a business enabler, not just a cost center.

Strategic Alignment

Ensure your security posture directly supports your 3-5 year business goals and protects value.

Immediate Action Plan

A checklist of high-impact steps you can take within 24 hours to strengthen your position.

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Insights for Leaders

Strategic guidance without the jargon.

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Risk Strategy Nov 12, 2025

Why CEOs Should Own Information Risk

Information risk isn't a technical problem—it's a business leadership challenge. Discover why CEOs must take ownership.

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Leadership Nov 09, 2025

5 Questions CEOs Never Ask About Data

Most CEOs don't ask the right questions about their data. These five critical questions can reveal hidden vulnerabilities.

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Governance Nov 05, 2025

Building a Risk-Aware Culture

Culture beats compliance. Learn how to build an organization where every team member understands risk.

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Strategy Nov 1, 2025

From Risk Overwhelm to Strategic Clarity

Learn the executive framework that transforms information risk from an overwhelming burden into a strategic advantage.

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Growth Oct 28, 2025

How Risk Management Powers Business Growth

Effective risk management isn't a brake on growth—it's the accelerator for scaling safely.

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Assessment Oct 25, 2025

The Hidden Gaps in Your Risk Strategy

This assessment framework reveals the gaps that are costing your business money and opportunity.

Ready to Lead with Strategic Clarity?

Schedule a consultation to discuss how we can help you transform information risk from a liability into a competitive advantage.

ElMaeXtro

Empowering leaders with intelligence to govern information risk as a strategic business priority.

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