Eina Schroeder


Hi! Nice to meet you, glad you're here!

I'm Eina Schroeder

I'll tell you a little about myself: From my deep roots in IT sales, service, and support to my natural evolution into Governance, Risk, and Compliance within Cybersecurity, I've dedicated my career to being a trusted partner guiding organizations through their security journeys with expertise, integrity, and foresight. When I'm not knee deep in IT GRC you can find me writing, sculpting, painting or enjoying the outdoors while capturing it in photos.
One of my greatest accomplishments has been to start and run a technology business that met a growing need for on-site technology services. I founded Future Quest Technologies, Inc in 1990. I have had the pleasure of working with many great leaders and individuals in diverse industries through the years. I look forward to many more.

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How I Add Value

With over three decades of IT experience, I bring a unique perspective that bridges technical knowledge and business governance. By offering continuity of expertise through evolving security landscapes I build trust-based relationships that endure through technology shifts and am able to bring historical context to modern security challenges

Actionable Strategies

Translating complex security requirements into strategies you can take real action on.

Risk Assessments

Providing quality risk assessments for businesses based on extensive field experience and targeted partnerships.

Balancing Needs

Delivering GRC solutions that balance compliance needs with operational realities


About Me

A Technology Trailblazer & GRC Specialist with 30+ Years of Adaptive Expertise

As an early pioneer in the IT services landscape, I established a thriving IT reseller/service business in 1990 when on-site technical support was virtually non-existent. From those foundational days serving Chicago's Northwest suburbs, I've continuously evolved with the industry—embracing cybersecurity, policy development, and specialized services like data recovery and document conversion as technology transformed.
My journey represents the rare convergence of hands-on technical expertise and governance frameworks. This unique trajectory has equipped me with:

Technical Foundation & Business Acumen

Built and scaled a successful IT service business from the ground up over three decades
Developed adaptive expertise across multiple technology transformations
Cultivated trusted advisor relationships with business leaders across diverse industries
Established comprehensive cybersecurity services before they became industry standard

GRC & Financial Crimes Expertise

Transformed from technical practitioner to governance expert through practical implementation
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) with real-world application experience
Certified Financial Crimes Specialist (CFCS) with deep understanding of detection frameworks
Applied criminal justice education to create effective compliance protocols in financial contexts

Current Focus & Value Proposition
I'm currently pursuing two complementary paths that leverage my unique background:

Revitalizing specialized cybersecurity consulting for micro-businesses seeking trusted guidance for assessments and implementation—bringing enterprise-grade security practices to organizations typically priced out of comprehensive protection
Creating professional content at the intersection of GRC, AML, and BSA compliance—translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable guidance for both technical and non-technical stakeholders

My differentiated value comes from bridging technical realities with governance requirements—having lived in both worlds. I understand the challenges of implementing theoretical frameworks in practical business environments and excel at creating pragmatic, effective solutions.

Available for consulting engagements, compliance advisory roles, content creation partnerships, and collaborative ventures where my multidisciplinary background can drive tangible results.

Connect to discuss how my journey from tech pioneer to compliance expert can bring unique perspective to your organization's challenges.


Check out some of my certifications: Credential.net and Credly.com

Business Plan Writing - Micro Business

$600

Per project

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  • Marketing
  • Financial Plan
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Business Plan Writing - Small Business

$1500

Per project

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  • Marketing
  • Management
  • Financial Plan
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Small Website Design

$500

Per project

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Surplus.com

"Eina worked for me for about 14 years helping me run my web and email servers. She is the best there is. Eina knows what she is doing, on time, correct and very trustworthy. Ahead of many others and on top of her licenses and skills."

D. Green
CEO

Polo PhotoStudio

"Eina has brought a level of IT competence and business ethics that have yet to be matched here. Her abilities in hardware repair and (especially) software troubleshooting makes her one of the most valuable assets in our community."

D. Bergren
Client

Investigations

"Excellent investigative abilities, able to resolve cases with integrity, and confidentiality. After coming to the rescue and providing support after-the-fact I would recommend Eina for any cyber investigations you need done."

V. Rivera
Client

FSSB

"(Speaking) As the CEO of The First Savanna Savings Bank since 1991; Eina has been one of the best employees that
has worked here during my tenure. Her character, integrity, and expertise has been highly valued."

S. McIntyre
CEO

Frequently Asked Questions

IT GRC stands for Governance, Risk, and Compliance - a structured approach that helps align your IT with business goals while managing risks and meeting industry and government regulations. Even as a micro business, you need it because digital threats don't discriminate by company size, and theft of digital information has become the most commonly reported fraud, surpassing physical theft.

No. While comprehensive GRC platforms may be expensive, IT GRC can be simplified for smaller organizations by focusing on core elements like employee training, creating a security handbook, conducting internal audits, and maintaining a basic risk register. The approach can be scaled to fit your business size and resources. Our pricing is geared towards affordability so your micro-business can rest-assured it's protected at a price that won't cause pain.

The penalties can be significant. Non-compliance penalties often include fines and potentially imprisonment in serious cases. While the most severe penalties (like 10-year prison terms) are rare, even smaller penalties can be devastating to a micro business.  It's far more economically feasible to practice prevention. Contact me today to see how I can help your organization.

Start with security awareness training for employees, phishing scam education, implementing endpoint detection and response (EDR), and creating an incident response plan web. These foundational elements provide significant protection without overwhelming resources. I'm here to help you every step of the way!

This depends on your industry, location, and the type of data you handle. Healthcare organizations must comply with laws like HIPAA, while businesses handling payment card data need to follow PCI-DSS. A basic compliance audit can help identify which regulations apply to your specific situation. I'll make sure we identify the right regulations for your business to comply with.

For micro businesses, owners can often handle basic GRC functions with proper education. Creating a handbook with security policies, compliance requirements, and reporting procedures is something you can develop internally. As you grow, you might consider outsourcing specific components or hiring specialized expertise. I'm here to offer you assistance with micro-business affordable plans to ensure your GRC gets off to a great start.

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