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In the heart of Kent County, nestled in the town of Magnolia, Steve and Ailyn Whalen are leading the charge with Sumuri, a digital forensics company that is not only a local business but also a global force committed to making a difference. Steve Whalen, a former Delaware state trooper and the co-owner and co-founder of Sumuri, shares insights into how the company is contributing to safer communities for children and extending its impact beyond his home state.
Sumuri—a Tagalog word meaning investigate, chosen as a nod to Ailyn’s Filipino roots—is not your typical tech company. With decades of experience, the couple has turned a local business into an international resource for law enforcement agencies. They’ve created the widely used forensic software Paladin and custom workstations, and Whalen is rightfully proud of their global initiatives. “We’ve been working in this field for decades now, providing international training and assistance,” he says. “Our goal is to use our experience to support law enforcement globally in their fight against cybercrime.”
Situated in a former peach-processing facility and furniture store in Magnolia, Sumuri is not just preserving data but history too. Since acquiring the property, the Whalens have invested significantly in the building, contributing to local historical preservation efforts while filling it with their high-tech equipment. Says Whalen, “We’ve invested quite a lot of money in restoring and preserving the building and trying to keep it as original as possible. It’s like old and new mixed together.”
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While Sumuri’s influence spans the globe, the Whalens have also focused on making a local impact. “Our commitment is not just global; it’s also local. We aim to make a tangible difference in the communities where we operate ..
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