Cyber Magazine September 2023 | Page 87

LIFELABS
MIKE MELO
That ’ s one of the reasons I came to LifeLabs , as I wanted to be a part of that journey and transform the digital healthcare space ,” says Melo .
As the company evolves , more possibilities are opening up for patients , which requires particular attention to securing and protecting their data in the digital realm . As explained by Melo , the organisation is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services that come directly to the person . LifeLabs is offering more patient-centric services , much like its MyVisit solution – allowing phlebotomy experts to come directly to them – and also

EXECUTIVE BIO

TITLE : VP OF IT SHARED SERVICES AND CISO
COMPANY : LIFELABS LOCATION : CANADA
Mike Melo is the Vice President of IT Shared Services and Chief Information Security Officer ( CISO ) at LifeLabs . Melo has truly made an impact with his invaluable contributions and exemplary leadership in senior IT roles . He has demonstrated remarkable expertise and dedication to ensuring the highest information security and technology excellence standards .
Melo was recently recognized as the Member of the Year in the CISO Division by the CIO Association of Canada ( CIOCAN ) while playing a pivotal role in driving innovation and safeguarding sensitive data . With his extensive knowledge and experience , Melo has elevated the IT landscape at LifeLabs , setting new benchmarks for excellence .