Startup Canada Podcast

Building Your Security Ecosystem with Joel Boyd

Dec 14, 2021

Joel Boyd, Director at Fortinet, discusses building secure ecosystems for SMBs, emphasizing the unique IT challenges faced by small businesses. He highlights cybersecurity strategies tailored for startups and the evolving technological landscape, stressing the importance of integrating security measures into all facets of business operations.

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Joel Boyd

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Quick takeaways

Security isn't a one size fits all approach for small businesses.

Prioritize security to align with technological advancements for business success.

Deep dives

MasterCard Tools for Small Business Growth

MasterCard provides tools to support small business owners in increasing sales by shortening checkout time, broadening their customer base, and enhancing customer loyalty. By utilizing MasterCard's resources, businesses can access new opportunities for growth and protection.

Intro

3min

Navigating the Evolution of Technology and Security for Business Growth

2min

Transition from Sales to Marketing in the Technology Industry

2min

Navigating Challenges Faced by Small Businesses with Tailored Solutions

3min

Cybersecurity Challenges and Solutions for Small Businesses and Startups

21min

The Cybersecurity Arms Race

9min

Joel Boyd is the Director of Small to Medium Business (SMB) Solutions and Marketing at Fortinet, keeping his finger on the pulse of SMB trends through customer stories and tireless research.

Splitting focus between how technology drives competitive advantage and cybersecurity, he brings an empathetic understanding of the difficulties IT professionals face trying to balance the concept of secure growth and ideas on how best to move forward.

“A company that is less than 10 people operates much differently than a 500 person company. IT and security for small business markets look different, it isn’t a one size fits all.”

In this week’s episode of the #StartupCanadaPodcast, sponsored by Mastercard and powered by Zensurance, Joel shares why it is your responsibility to build a secure ecosystem for your business and explains that security isn’t a one size fits all approach.

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Startup Canada Podcast

Building Your Security Ecosystem with Joel Boyd

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

MasterCard Tools for Small Business Growth

ZenShurance: Providing Coverage for Small Businesses

Introduction to Startup Canada Podcast and Guest Joel Boyd

Importance of Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

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