Gar Whaley
CISSP, CISM, CGEIT, CISA, CMMC RP
Cofounder & CRO
Gar Whaley is the cofounder and Chief Revenue Officer of Teal. With more than 30 years of experience in the technology sector, he is a respected authority in cybersecurity, IT governance, and risk management, holding multiple industry certifications.
He began his career in the restaurant industry, where he developed a strong client-first philosophy while owning and operating a successful franchise. That experience introduced him to business systems and led him to recognize how small businesses could achieve more with the right IT solutions.
During the dot-com boom of the late 1990s, he entered the technology sector and went on to become a leader in the enterprise IT space – blending entrepreneurial drive, customer focus, and technical expertise.
In 2010, Gar and longtime collaborator Don Sauer founded Aligned Technology Solutions after seeing firsthand the need for a more responsive and security-minded MSP. Their first client remains a partner to this day.
In 2023, Aligned merged with Reid Johnston’s TechGen Consulting in a merger of equals, rebranding as Teal.
Today, Gar leads Teal’s growth strategy, helping SMBs across multiple industries strengthen cybersecurity, adopt scalable IT solutions, and meet evolving compliance demands. His leadership ensures clients are not only secure but also positioned for long-term success in an increasingly complex landscape.
