Having founded six successful software startups that include: CloudCheckr, Cloud Storage Sec, SecureCloudDb, Techrigy, Application Security, Inc. and DbSecure. Aaron has authored the books Enterprise 2.0, printed by McGraw-Hill, and the Oracle Security Handbook, printed by Oracle Press. He is an acclaimed international speaker on technology topics and has been awarded multiple patents in cloud and database security.
Aaron proudly served in the U.S. Army during the First Gulf War and currently serves as a Trustee of the Strong National Museum of Play and the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS).
Tenerife, Canary Islands
Cenote photography of the Yucatán Peninsula
In Mayan culture, cenotes are considered sacred places, signifying a gateway to the underworld, "Xibalba", representing a connection between the earthly world and the spiritual realm, where rituals and offerings were made, often including human sacrifices, due to their importance as a vital water source and their mystical connection to the afterlife.
Cenotes are freshwater sinkholes that pepper the Yucatán Peninsula, creating surreal underwater caverns with spectacular light beams and pristine visibility. Guided by an expert in underwater photography - Shawn Murphy has been an amazing teacher. Cenotes are a photographers absolute dream—otherworldly rock formations, vibrant aquatic life, and crystal-clear water. Many divers capture haunting silhouettes framed by shafts of natural light piercing the cavern roofs. Due to their enclosed nature, flash strobes bounce off limestone walls, highlighting stalactites and stalagmites. Buoyancy control and awareness of your environment are critical: you don’t want to stir up sediment or damage these fragile ecosystems. Safety protocols are strict—always dive with a qualified local guide, stay mindful of overhead environments, and respect the delicate formations. The result, however, is a visual adventure unlike anywhere else on the planet.
