Regine the Cyber Queen and the Start of RB Advisory

A leader in cybersecurity, RB Advisory has delivered sustainable strategies, best practices and a proven methodology to ensure clients have successful outcomes for cyber security protection, risk management and compliance. With a global impact, clients have entrusted RB Advisory to serve as their cybersecurity partner for these specialized services, which in recent days have proven to be more critical than ever before.

This minority, woman-owned small business is led by Regine Bonneau , CTPRP, also known as “Regine the Cyber Queen.” RB Advisory was formed in 2016 by Bonneau after she transitioned from years in the risk management and compliance industry. She focused on cybersecurity as new regulations involved security controls. Drawing upon her expertise which spans more than two decades – Bonneau set RB Advisory apart from other firms by emphasizing people, process, and technology in industries ranging from healthcare, financial, legal, government and energy sectors, from small to large scale enterprises.

"I founded RB Advisory because after years of working in corporate America and being told that I have great ideas, I decided after many struggles and lessons learned to start my own company," says Regine Bonneau, CTPRP, founder and CEO, RB Advisory." One of her favorite inspiring quotes is from Amelia Earhart which sums up her inspiration, “The most difficult thing is the decision to act. The rest is merely tenacity.”

Bonneau is an immigrant from Haiti and was raised in New York City. She is fluent in four languages – English, Creole, Spanish and French. She is highly educated with a master’s degree in law from Thomas Jefferson School of Law, a bachelor’s degree in business administration and finance from Strayer University and a degree in electrical engineering from Technical Career College. She is a highly sought-after speaker within the cybersecurity industry and holds leadership roles in several technology industry associations, as well as fellowships. Bonneau has been featured in the Orlando Sentinel, the Orlando Business Journal, Sanford Herald and other prominent publications and digital media platforms. She has recently been recognized by Consulting Magazine as one of the 2021 Women Leaders in Technology. This prestigious award recognizes women leaders in technology for excellence in leadership, client service and innovation across the nation. 

Bonneau is an industry thought leader and was featured by the Orlando Business Journal's cover story: "Central Florida Influencers: Meet 6 Black Tech Leaders Who are Changing Their Industry" and has been featured in the The Orlando Sentinel, Orange Appeal Magazine, Authority Magazine, The Sanford Herald, Risk & Insurance, Washington Times, and other prominent publications. She has also been sought out as a frequent speaker for cyber risk management and compliance and was and was a keynote speaker for Microsoft during Small Business Week. Bonneau holds leadership roles in several technology industry associations, is a New America Cybersecurity Fellow, and member of the International Consortium of Minority Cybersecurity Professionals (ICMCP).

As a black woman, immigrant turned U.S. citizen, single mother, engineer and business owner in an industry that is only 20% women — and only about 3% are black men and women, Bonneau is an example. She is passionate about paving the way for females of all races to have a seat at the table in this industry. She refers to the saying, “success is not achieved alone,” stressing its importance. “I’ve been very fortunate to have many mentors who have helped me along the way, especially as an entrepreneur, so it’s important to find mentors and surround yourself with the right people who can help you reach your goal,” says Bonneau.