Chris McKewon serves as CEO and Founder at Xceptional, a managed IT and cybersecurity provider in Scripps Ranch, CA, leading its work across Managed IT Services, Cybersecurity & Threat Protection, and Cloud Services & Migration.
Chris McKewon is the founder and CEO of Xceptional (Xceptional Networks, Inc.), bringing over 30 years of experience to the IT industry. He founded the company in 2007 to help businesses leverage technology to its fullest potential, and his focus on building value and sustaining strong client relationships remains central to how the company operates.
Originally rooted in Southern California, he led Xceptional's first acquisition in 2022, bringing Altitude Integrations into the company and expanding its reach into Colorado, where it now serves businesses in the Longmont region. His areas of expertise include cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, and enterprise networking and collaboration.
His leadership style is collaborative and relationship-focused, and he is known for clear communication that bridges complex technical solutions and business objectives. A lifelong learner, he stays engaged with emerging technologies and trends. Outside of work he is a car enthusiast and Formula 1 fan who enjoys playing guitar, scuba diving, snorkeling, and sailing, follows the San Diego Padres and Oklahoma Sooners, and coaches youth soccer.