Grant Wainscott is the Vice President of Ecosystem Expansion at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Grant leads a team of professional global economic developers to retain, expand, and attract new jobs and investment to the metro Atlanta region. Grant is a seasoned global executive with over 20 years of experience in economic and community development, organizational development, and cross-border initiatives and partnerships. Previously, Grant was the Director of the Office of Economic Development and Film for the Clayton County Board of Commissioners, the Director of Economic Development for the City of Morrow, and the Vice President of Community and Economic Development for the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce. In this episode… The city of Atlanta is many things to many people, but it’s increasingly becoming known for one thing in the technology world: cybersecurity. So, how has Atlanta grown into the cybersecurity hub it is today? Grant Wainscott, a member of the Metro Atlanta Chamber, says you can’t grow a region without amazing partners. It’s not just the businesses that are forging the city — it’s the market makers, the market movers, and the people that can help tell Atlanta’s story. In order to make a region their hub, companies want transparency from the experts — the good, the bad, and the ugly — and the Metro Atlanta Chamber and other specialists in the cybersecurity space are doing just that. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Grant Wainscott, Vice President of Ecosystem Expansion for the Metro Atlanta Chamber, to discuss how Atlanta has become a focal point for cybersecurity companies. Grant talks about how the city’s cybersecurity efforts have changed over the last few years, his predictions for its future technology ecosystem, and why community is the key to building better collaboration between the cybersecurity and privacy spaces.

Dave Oates is an Accredited Public Relations (APR) specialist and the Principal of PR Security Service. Dave helps organizations repair their brand’s reputation in the press and online through any PR situation, including mass layoffs, product recalls, employee misconduct, and cybersecurity breaches. Dave has over 25 years of crisis PR experience. He’s shared his expertise with HuffPost, Washington Business Journal, NBC, and more. He also wrote the book, Manage COVID-19 Crisis PR for Nursing Homes, which is based on his experiences helping over 50 facilities during the pandemic. Additionally, Dave is the producer and instructor for two LinkedIn learning courses on Crisis Communications. In this episode… It’s an unfortunate reality that ransomware attacks are now a regular part of business. No matter how large or small your organization is, the threat of attack is imminent. So, what do you tell your customers if and when it happens? Dave Oates, a crisis public relations specialist, says the time to prepare is now — before the crisis happens. There’s a delicate balance between waiting until you have substantial information to report and being transparent and upfront with your communications. According to Dave, if you don’t say something quickly enough, someone else will set the narrative — and with social media tyrants on the loose, this may only cause more problems for your company. So, what is Dave’s advice for navigating the minefield of media relations tactfully? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Dave Oates, a crisis PR expert, to discuss how to handle public relations during a cybersecurity breach. Dave talks about why planning ahead is crucial, how to communicate with your customers during a crisis, and the benefits of hiring a PR specialist. Stay tuned. 

Tammy Taylor is the President of Advantum Health. Advantum Health’s team helps thousands of healthcare providers manage their revenue cycles to speed reimbursements and patient payments. Tammy is a veteran leader in revenue cycle management and has held senior positions in corporate compliance, hospital and physician revenue cycle, and large-group practice management. Previously, Tammy was the Director and CBO of Revenue Cycle at the Methodist Hospital of Henderson, Kentucky, a Senior Manager of Corporate Compliance and IT Senior Analyst for Inova Health System, and a Hospital Corpsman and Certified OR Tech for the US Navy. In this episode… If you fly frequently, you probably have the pre-takeoff safety check memorized. They always say that in case of an emergency, put the oxygen mask on your child before yourself, right?  Wrong. Safety attendants always instruct flyers to put a mask on themselves before helping others — after all, it’s impractical to secure others if your own safety is at risk. The same goes for data privacy and security. As an organization, you’re dedicated to helping as many people as possible. But how can you do that if your data practices aren’t secure? You would never think of getting on a rollercoaster without putting on a seatbelt, so why would you think of collecting data without putting effective cybersecurity practices in place first? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Tammy Taylor, the President of Advantum Health, to discuss the future of cybersecurity in the healthcare industry. Tammy talks about her tips for preventing security breaches, how HIPAA is falling behind with advancing technology, and why she highly recommends multi-factor authentication.

Jeff Jockisch is the CEO at PrivacyPlan, a company that offers privacy datasets, consulting, and training. Jeff is a Certified Information Privacy Professional who specializes in data privacy laws, data broker research, data breach reporting, AI regulation, and privacy-enhancing technologies. Jeff also curates a privacy podcast database. Previously, Jeff was the Director of Marketing for CSR Privacy Solutions, Inc., the Content Manager for Treatment Management Company, and the Creative Strategist for Fractl. In this episode… Cybercrime is running rampant throughout this country. However, most companies hesitate to report a problem for fear of a huge PR scandal. There’s a lack of data sharing, reporting standards, and breach alert systems for businesses. But, what if there was one place you could go to manage data breach and security reports? The team at Data Collaboration Alliance is making this a reality with their Cyber Event Self-Reporting (CESR) Collab. The goal of this project is to create a system where companies can report security incidents and breaches using zero-copy technology, thereby sharing the information with the rest of the industry anonymously. By doing this, they can report data safely and securely without taking a PR hit. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Jeff Jockisch, the CEO of PrivacyPlan, to discuss the future of shared breach and security data. Jeff talks about the inspiration behind Cyber Event Self-Reporting (CESR), how to create a collaborative approach to ransomware, and his top privacy and security tips.

Ryan Germany is the General Counsel and Assistant Commissioner of Securities & Charities for the Georgia Secretary of State. Ryan oversees all legal functions for the Secretary of State’s office, including litigation, compliance, and regulatory actions. He also investigates allegations of securities and charities fraud, brings appropriate enforcement action, and helps businesses raise capital through the Invest Georgia Exemption. Previously, Ryan was an Associate with Lightfoot, Franklin & White, where he represented businesses in the financial services, technology, real estate, natural resources, and aviation/aerospace industries. In this episode… These days, a big question on everyone's mind is election security. Each region handles it differently — sometimes the process even varies across a single state. So, how exactly are states addressing election security? What type of planning is involved? Meet Ryan Germany, a lawyer for the Georgia Secretary of State. He says the misconceptions surrounding ballot security have intensified since 2018, and their office is often playing “rumor whack-a-mole.” More and more politicians are claiming voter fraud in an effort to get a re-vote. So, how do you know what to believe on the news? Is voting as insecure as they say? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Ryan Germany, the General Counsel and Assistant Commission of Security & Charities for the Georgia Secretary of State, to discuss how states are handling security measures for voting. Ryan talks about the misconceptions surrounding elections, the benefits of a uniform voting system across a state, and whether or not absentee ballots are secure.

Jodi Daniels is the Founder and CEO of Red Clover Advisors, a boutique data privacy consultancy and one of the few certified Women’s Business Enterprises focused solely on privacy. Since its launch, Red Clover Advisors has helped hundreds of companies create privacy programs, achieve GDPR, CCPA, and US privacy law compliance, and establish a secure online data strategy that their customers can count on. Jodi is a Certified Informational Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) with over 20 years of experience helping a range of businesses in privacy, marketing, strategy, and finance roles. She has worked with numerous companies throughout her corporate career, including Deloitte, The Home Depot, Cox Enterprises, Bank of America, and many more. Jodi is also a national keynote speaker, a member of the Forbes Business Council, and the co-host of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast. Justin Daniels is a cybersecurity subject matter expert and business attorney who helps his clients implement strategies to better manage and recover from data breaches. As outsourced general counsel for Baker Donelson, Justin advises executives on how to successfully navigate cyber business and legal concerns related to operations, M&A, incident response, and more.  In 2017, Justin founded and led the inaugural Atlanta Cyber Week, where multiple organizations held events that attracted more than 1,000 attendees. Justin is also a TEDx and keynote speaker and the co-host of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast with his wife, Jodi. In this episode… Technology is constantly evolving, and so are data privacy and security policies. So, what has changed in 2021 — and what still needs to happen? Privacy and security experts Jodi and Justin Daniels wish companies would think more about their privacy statements, for starters. When they went shopping for a new mattress, the sales associate was quick to point out how the mattress could track your heart rate, how well you slept, and whether or not you tossed and turned. However, the most crucial information was missing: how did the company plan to use that data? Was there a way to maintain privacy? As Jodi and Justin say, this lack of conversation about privacy and security is just one of several concerning trends. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down to discuss the top five privacy and security trends of 2021. Listen in as they talk about why the Colonial Pipeline incident was a game-changer for business cybersecurity, the struggle of balancing convenience vs. privacy, and why it’s important to pay attention to privacy and security notices. Stay tuned.

Brian Kirsch is the Chief Revenue Officer of CyberlinkASP, a cloud company that enables professional service firms to work from any place and any device securely and affordably. In this position, Brian leverages his 20 years of experience growing technology companies to help CyberlinkASP enter new marketplaces and establish application partnerships. Before his work at CyberlinkASP, Brian held positions as the SVP of Sales and Marketing at 1Path and the Chief Service Officer at Leapfrog IT Services. In this episode… Are you looking for a stress-free way to manage your company’s data and applications? Do you want to proactively prevent dangerous privacy and security attacks without breaking the bank? Your business needs hardware and software that are not only functionally compatible, but also optimally safe and secure. However, maintaining your own server and applications day-to-day can open your business up to unwanted data breaches and cyber attacks if your team isn’t well-versed in all things cybersecurity. That’s where Brian Kirsch and his team at CyberlinkASP come in. They provide desktop hosting and management services that make the ins and outs of your daily operations easy, affordable, and safe. Want to learn more? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Brian Kirsch, the Chief Revenue Officer of CyberlinkASP, to discuss the intersection of cloud hosting, services management, and privacy and security. Listen in as Brian talks about how CyberlinkASP helps companies prioritize cybersecurity, the various ways ransomware impacts the cloud hosting industry, and his hard-won advice for maintaining privacy and security both in and out of the office. Stay tuned!

Ria Aiken is a cybersecurity expert and the Director of Business Information Security Operations and Third Party Risk Management at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. She is also a guest lecturer at Carnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy and an Advisory Board Member for the Evidence-Based Cybersecurity Research Group at Georgia State University. Over the years, Ria has established herself as a leader in operations, and she has a proven track record of success in strategic planning, P&L management, operational excellence, crisis management, and more. In this episode… Does the prospect of a future ransomware attack or data breach in your company scare you — but you don’t know where to start when it comes to protecting your organization? That’s where Ria Aiken comes in. Ria isn’t just a cybersecurity expert; she also has more than 20 years of experience in crisis management and response. This crisis-focused expertise has given her an invaluable perspective on the importance of proactivity — not just reactivity — when it comes to data privacy and cybersecurity. So, how can you use Ria’s advice to help your business become more prepared, aware, and secure today? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Ria Aiken, the Director of Business Information Security Operations and Third Party Risk Management at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. Listen in as Ria talks about her background in crisis management, the future of privacy and security regulations, and how to prevent data breaches when working with third-party vendors. Stay tuned!

Chris McKenna is the Founder of Protect Young Eyes, an internet safety organization that helps families, schools, and churches create safer digital environments. Protect Young Eyes provides a reliable website that explains digital trends, delivers live presentations for churches, schools, and parents, and offers an in-class digital citizenship curriculum.  Chris is also a Manager at Covenant Eyes, an online accountability company that helps individuals and families filter and combat explicit digital content.  In this episode… Do you want to create a safe online environment for your children? Are you looking for the resources, tools, and community to help you protect adolescents from digital exploitation, explicit content, and more?  Many parents, educators, and caretakers think that by customizing controls on a child’s device, they immediately shield them from harmful or explicit content online. However, the reality of digital protection for children is much more complex — and that’s where Chris McKenna comes in. As an online safety expert with years of experience under his belt, Chris knows that there are four layers of digital protection to master: relational, locational, Wi-Fi, and device. So, how can you start implementing these four layers of safety in your home, school, or organization today? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Chris McKenna, the Founder of Protect Young Eyes, to talk about creating safe and secure online environments for children. Listen in as Chris talks about how peer pressure impacts parents’ decisions about technology, his successful four-layered approach to digital safety, and the keys to establishing a proactive — but non-judgmental — space for tech-savvy adolescents. Stay tuned!

Anderson Lunsford is the Founder and CEO of BreachRx, a SaaS company that streamlines and automates privacy incident readiness and response processes for organizations of all sizes. BreachRx has been featured in multiple publications, media sources, and conferences, including the Agent of Influence podcast, Authority Magazine, and the Finovate conference.  Before founding BreachRx, Anderson served as the Director of Beacon Group, a legal services firm, for 11 years.  In this episode… Do you want to protect your company from destructive privacy and security risks? Are you looking for a way to be proactive — instead of reactive — when it comes to data breaches and ransomware attacks?  Many companies scramble after experiencing a privacy or security-related incident. After all, the mounds of paperwork, expensive fees, and widespread damage control are nothing to laugh at. That’s why Anderson Lunsford is here today: to prove that upfront investment is better than retrospective regret. With the help of BreachRx, being proactive when it comes to your company’s privacy and security has never been easier. Where can you improve? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Anderson Lunsford, the Founder and CEO of BreachRx, to discuss the importance of prioritizing preparation and mitigating risks. Listen in as Anderson talks about the company’s mission and service offerings, some of the most common privacy and security attacks in businesses of all sizes, and the best personal strategies for increasing safety and security in your personal life. Stay tuned!