She Said Privacy/He Said Security

Philip Lewis is a Partner with Fulcrum Equity Partners, a company that makes equity investments in rapidly growing businesses. He also currently serves on the Board of Directors for Kevel, Stratasan, Advantum Health, GoPivot, and LiveSource. He previously served on the Boards of Stax by Fattmerchant, MFG, and Resolvion. Before joining Fulcrum Equity Partners, Philip worked with SaaSOptics, implementing operational cadences and working with the team through its nine-figure exit. Prior to this, he served as CFO of RivalHealth and helped guide the company through its merger with gBehavior, now branded as GoPivot. In this episode… There are many factors that impact a business acquisition. During the due diligence process, there are financial, organizational, and leadership details to work out. But now, a new question is joining the list: What is your business' privacy and security strategy? Fifteen years ago, people didn’t put much thought into privacy and security when buying or selling a business. They weren’t concerned about ransomware and cyber breaches. Now, it’s at the forefront of everyone’s mind during a transaction. Business owners want to know: What does your security perimeter look like? How effective is your mobile device management? Do you have multi-factor authentication?  In this episode of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast, Justin and Jodi Daniels are joined by Philip Lewis, Partner at Fulcrum Equity Partners, to discuss the importance of a company-wide privacy and security plan. Philip explains how your security plan (or lack thereof) will impact a business transaction, why multi-factor authentication matters, and the first steps to creating a more secure business.

Tom Walker is the Founder and CEO of DroneUp. DroneUp provides drone technology solutions to businesses, organizations, and communities. The company’s products include flight services, data analysis, drone program development, regulatory consulting, training, equipment, and drone delivery. Before starting DroneUp, Tom was a military officer and served as an advisor to the White House. He is a pioneer in military and government digital reform and a frequent speaker on innovative technologies. In this episode… Imagine a world where groceries, medications, and supplies are delivered to your doorstep by drones. Road traffic is reduced by self-flying drones taking people to and from work. Police cars are replaced by drone surveillance and security. Is this within our near future? It might be. But before we can explore the possibility of autonomous flying taxis, experts have to puzzle out the privacy and security implications of such a world. With devices that can instantly identify cell phone data, VINs, and even the types of fluids at crime scenes, how are you going to keep private information from getting into the wrong hands? And, on the flip side, how can you use this data to make the world a better place? In this episode of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast, hosts Jodi and Justin Daniels are joined by Tom Walker, the Founder and CEO of DroneUp, to discuss how he makes privacy a top priority for drone usage. Tom talks about the best practices for data collection, the types of information a drone can uncover, and why setting a privacy and security standard is important for the future of the drone industry.

Justin Payeur is an entrepreneur, mentor, and cyber safety specialist. He’s the President and COO of National Education Technologies, where he helps parents teach their kids a balanced and safe approach to using mobile technology. As a dad of two teens, Justin understands how important it is to keep your children safe in the digital world. He leads product vision for digital wellbeing apps Boomerang Parental Control and SPIN Safe Browser to help filter web content and facilitate conversations about tech use. Justin has over a decade of experience in K12 enterprise sales leadership, working at organizations including Faronics Corporation, FinScan Inc., and IC Thrive. In addition to founding National Education Technologies, Justin is currently the General Manager of North America for Matific, a mathematics e-learning platform for schools. In this episode… In today’s world, kids are growing up with millions of websites, apps, and communication tools that are available at the touch of a button. So how can you keep your kids safe online while still giving them the freedom to explore? Many parents have dealt with the screen time battle — your kids want to be on their devices all the time, but you want to protect them from harmful content and habits. Is there any solution that will make both you and your child happy? According to Justin Payeur, the term “screen time” often has negative connotations, but it can actually be a good thing (depending on the content). Instead of trying to lock everything down immediately, show interest in their screen time use and have an open dialogue about expectations. And, you don’t need to lose sleep over your child’s online safety; Justin has some helpful tools to filter websites and provide a safer digital experience for your child.   In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels talk with Justin Payeur, President and COO of National Education Technologies, about how parents can create a balanced and safe approach to technology. Justin discusses the details of his digital safety apps, explains the risks many parents are unaware of on the internet, and shares tips for setting boundaries and introducing your child to screen time in a safer way.   

Bill Tolson is the Vice President of Global Compliance and eDiscovery at Archive360. Archive360 is the world’s first platform built to migrate and manage data with your security preferences in your own cloud. Bill has over 25 years of experience with multinational corporations and technology startups, including 15-plus years in the archiving, compliance, information governance, and eDiscovery markets. Bill frequently speaks at legal and information governance industry events, in addition to writing numerous articles and blogs. Bill is also a prolific podcaster and the author of multiple e-books, including The Know IT All’s Guide to eDiscovery and The Bartender’s Guide to eDiscovery. In this episode… Just a few years ago, it was tough to persuade large organizations to adopt the cloud. Now, there’s a massive data migration as more and more companies move sensitive data into the cloud. But, how can you keep this information secure?  For most companies, encrypting data is a simple yet effective solution to keep their data safe. And, many cloud providers have encryption keys to do the job. But what if you want to manage your own encryption keys? Is there a way to have more control over the security of your data on a third-party cloud provider? In this episode of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast, hosts Justin and Jodi Daniels sit down with Bill Tolson, the Vice President of Global Compliance and eDiscovery at Archive360, to discuss how his team is empowering businesses to take charge of their cloud security. Bill talks about the first steps to creating a privacy and security strategy for the cloud, how new privacy laws will potentially impact businesses, and why knowing where your data is stored matters.

David Biderman is a Partner at Perkins Coie, where he leads the firm’s consumer products and services litigation subgroup and its food litigation industry group. David has represented clients in federal and state courts in California for over 40 years. With a focus on mass tort litigation and consumer class actions, he has litigated some of the most consequential food litigation matters in this emerging field. David has been recognized as a “Super Lawyer” in Los Angeles and San Francisco and has published articles in the National Law Journal, the Los Angeles Daily Journal, and more.  Dominique Shelton Leipzig is the Chair of Perkins Coie’s Global Data Innovation Team and the Co-chair of the firm’s ad tech privacy and data management practice. As a firm partner and attorney, she focuses on privacy data strategy, leveraging data, and avoiding litigation. Dominique pioneered the concept of data as a pre-tangible asset in what she calls our “post-data world.” She has trained over 18,000 professionals on the CCPA and also wrote the groundbreaking book, Implementing the CCPA: a Guide for Global Business. In this episode… Data and privacy issues aren’t confined to private companies anymore. They’re filtering their way into new laws and policies, and more and more states are defining legislation that could either protect or limit privacy and security. So, what do these changes mean for your business? How do you stay up to date with new laws and policies? And, what do you need to do to remain compliant and protected in the evolving privacy industry? In this episode of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security, hosts Justin and Jodi Daniels are joined by Dominique Shelton Leipzig and David Biderman from Perkins Coie to discuss current privacy litigation issues. They share their thoughts about states putting privacy issues on the docket this year, the privacy implications of the American Rescue Plan Act, and the up-to-date definitions of reasonable versus negligent extraction of data.

Melanie Ensign is the Founder and CEO of Discernible, a company that is uniquely specialized in addressing communication challenges for cybersecurity, privacy, and risk organizations. Melanie has extensive experience helping security teams deliver successful outcomes for their customers and partners through the application of effective communication. Before founding Discernible, Melanie was managing security and privacy communications for some of the world’s most notable brands, including Facebook, Uber, and AT&T. She currently leads the press department for DEF CON, the world’s largest hacker conference. In this episode… Are you struggling with communication challenges while trying to address cybersecurity, privacy, or risk at your organization? What if there are ways you can perfect your communication skills and stay compliant?  For you to deliver successful outcomes to your customers and partners, your security teams need to develop effective communication skill sets. Melanie Ensign says that most of the barriers around success involve a lack of effective communication and partnerships with key stakeholders and customers — and many security programs fail to recognize this reality before it’s too late. In this episode of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Melanie Ensign, the Founder and CEO of Discernible, to discuss the impacts of communication on security and privacy programs. Melanie talks about how she uses communication skills to help clients in a security and privacy incident, the privacy-related communication challenges that companies face, and how she communicates the value of privacy to companies in the data economy.

Dr. Ondrej Krehel is the Founder and CEO of LIFARS, a global leader in incident response, digital forensics, ransomware mitigation, and cyber resiliency services. Dr. Krehel is recognized worldwide for his ethical hacking and digital forensic expertise. He holds a PhD in computer forensics from the Police Academy in Bratislava and a master’s degree in mathematical physics from Comenius University in Bratislava. Dr. Krehel is a former lecturer at the FBI Training Academy and a current contributor to the Forbes Technology Council. He also previously led forensic investigations and cybersecurity consulting at Stroz Friedberg, encompassing US government engagements and missions — including military cyber special operations. In this episode… There are firefighters to douse flames, ambulances to rush patients to the hospital, and policemen to bust crime scenes. But who do you call in a cybersecurity emergency? The answer: a cyber doctor. They can effectively scan the body of your cybersecurity program and find any weaknesses. Do you have a cyber cold? Cyber flu? Or is it full-on cyber cancer? Whether you’re experiencing a phishing email, a computer virus, or a ransomware attack, cyber doctors can nurse your systems back to full strength. In this episode of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Dr. Ondrej Krehel, Founder and CEO of LIFARS, to discuss effective solutions to cyber attacks. Dr. Krehel talks about creating a proactive security plan, navigating new ransomware trends, and how to avoid giving out unnecessary personal data.

Tommy Donnelly is the CIO of BetterCloud and a thought leader for the future of digital transformation in cybersecurity. He offers a unique blend of experience in infrastructure, security, privacy, compliance, and technical strategy in a SaaS environment. Previously, Tommy was the Senior Vice President of Global Security and Information Productivity at Bullhorn and the Chief Information Officer at Peoplenet. In this episode… Watching your company grow is exciting. But as departments and clientele expand, how do you make sure your data remains secure? Many companies are unaware of just how many applications their company is using as it grows. The HR department downloads an application, then the marketing and financial departments download a few more, and so on. Pretty soon, there are hundreds of applications storing sensitive data floating around the company — and you don’t know how to secure them. So, how do you start reigning in these applications to keep data safe? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, co-hosts Justin and Jodi Daniels sit down with Tommy Donnelly, CIO at BetterCloud, to discuss how companies can keep their data safe in the cloud. Tommy talks about the privacy and security risks of the cloud, the best ways to consolidate your company’s data for security purposes, and how BetterCloud can help manage privacy and security across multiple applications.

Rick Song is the CEO and Co-founder of Persona, an identity infrastructure company founded in 2018. Persona offers businesses the building blocks they need to create a personalized identity verification experience. Persona’s mission is to be the identity layer of the internet. Before starting Persona, Rick was an engineer at Square. He earned his bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, and economics from Rice University. In this episode… Over the last 10 years, the amount of information that is collected about consumers has increased dramatically. Is there any end in sight to this accelerated information scoop?  The need to verify your identity online isn’t going anyway anytime soon. But, hopefully one day we can reach that delicate intersection where we can prove who we are online without needing to give away so much personal data. Persona is working to make that a reality. They help companies store and manage data within a secure infrastructure that limits how much sensitive personal information they have to ingest into their platforms. So, how will this change the way companies verify identities online? In this episode of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast, Justin and Jodi Daniels sit down with Rick Song, the CEO and Co-founder of Persona, to discuss the future of online identity verification. Rick talks about how Persona is changing the way companies collect information, why efficient identity verification is essential for Web 3.0, and the security tips that can help you keep your information secure online.

Debra Farber is the CEO of Principled LLC, a privacy-first tech advisory. Debra is a global privacy and security advisor, investor, and privacy tech enthusiast. She has over 16 years of privacy and security leadership experience at companies like Amazon Web Services (AWS), BigID, Visa, and IBM. She currently serves on multiple advisory boards for organizations including The Rise of Privacy Tech, D-ID, and Taskbar. In this episode… Once your company has checked off the basic privacy requirements, how can it continue to move forward? What should you be implementing next?  According to Debra Farber, the first step is to do an inventory of your current practices. Where are your potential privacy problems? Are you over-collecting data that may be causing compliance issues later in the process? By mapping your biggest privacy challenges, you can begin to work backward and prevent problems from happening. This way, you can create a privacy program that is uniquely designed to meet your company’s needs. In this episode of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast, Justin and Jodi Daniels sit down with Debra Farber, the CEO of Principled LLC, to talk about building a better privacy plan for your company. Debra discusses how to recognize your weak spots, the key to bridging the communication gap between different departments, and the new trends and updates in the privacy tech space.