Karl Lane is a native of Winona, Minnesota and Buffalo County, Wisconsin coming from a strong agricultural (dairy and poultry) background. His introduction to modern technology began with military service being assigned to Brussels, Belgium in support of the NATO HQ. He is a self taught computer programmer, experienced cybersecurity analyst and software test engineer. Karl strongly advocates for "learning by doing" through guided practical experience and mentorship. He has supplemented his STEM journey through a brief stint with the United States Department of Labor where he supported the enforcement of labor law at the federal level. He is a disabled US Army veteran who actively assists fellow veterans with invisible wounds to transition into tech careers. He, his wife Britni and their children now live near Walt Disney World in central Florida where they are licensed foster parents. He likes to play the bass guitar, dreams of being a Jeopardy! champion and full-time novelist.
