She Said Privacy/He Said Security

Sabrina Serafin is a Partner and National Practice Leader at Frazier & Deeter, one of the fastest-growing accounting and advisory firms in the United States. Sabrina is also the host of Culture of Compliance, a podcast from Frazier & Deeter that explores compliance as a competitive advantage in today’s marketplace. Outside of Frazier & Deeter, Sabrina is a Member of ISACA, a global association for IT and business leaders. She actively volunteers on the Board of Governors for the Atlanta Chapter of The Institute of International Auditors Inc. and the Board of Directors for Trees Atlanta. In this episode… Does your organization have fundamental controls in place to protect your data from privacy and security risks? Or, are you struggling to keep up with — and implement — the latest protective measures?  According to privacy expert Sabrina Serafin, one of the biggest inhibitors to a company’s privacy and security is controls. Without basic controls in place, your business won’t be able to comply with current requirements or mitigate the risks that could seriously damage its reputation, profits, and data. So, how can you implement basic controls and take concrete steps toward protecting your business today? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Sabrina Serafin, a Partner and National Practice Leader at Frazier & Deeter, to discuss her expert strategies for protecting your company’s privacy and security. Listen in as Sabrina talks about the importance of implementing basic controls, how recent privacy and security laws have affected her clients, and her biggest password management tip for listeners. Stay tuned!

Jana Miller Schmidt is a Board Member at Girl Talk, Inc., a nonprofit committed to empowering girls everywhere to be confident leaders through peer-to-peer mentoring programs. She is also a Board Member at WebBank, an FDIC insured, state-chartered industrial bank. Throughout her career, Jana has led startup, mid-sized, and mature fintech and martech companies in the financial services, payments, retail, and energy industries. Her past positions include President and CEO of Harland Clarke, CEO of QuickPivot, President and CEO of Ecova, and many others. In this episode… Is your company putting off updating its outdated security systems? Are you intimidated by the costs of overhauling your current security and privacy practices? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, C-suite executive Jana Miller Schmidt has some advice for you: it’s all about long-term investment. While updating your legacy systems might seem unnecessary, expensive, or strenuous, it actually costs much more in the long run to ignore the risks that outdated systems present to your company. As Jana says, maintaining a future-focused mindset is key — which means it’s time to start investing in your legacy systems today. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Jana Miller Schmidt, a Board Member at Girl Talk, Inc. and WebBank, to discuss her tips for mitigating privacy and security risks both personally and professionally. Listen in as Jana talks about developing your privacy and security ecosystems, protecting children and teenagers from privacy threats, and prioritizing up-to-date legacy systems for your company. Stay tuned!

Corey Cutter is the Senior Attorney of Privacy at the American Cancer Society. In this position, Corey manages the enterprise-wide privacy program and serves as the authority for the organization’s collection and protection of constituent data. She is also responsible for providing privacy policies, procedures, training and awareness, legal counsel, and much more. In addition to this, Corey is a Counsel for Pythagoras, Inc., where she has worked for almost 25 years. In this episode… Do you work for a nonprofit organization? Are you looking for expert privacy and security strategies that will help you protect your members and their valuable information?  Many nonprofits don’t know the best ways to process — or prevent — the privacy and security risks that threaten their safety every single day. After all, who would intentionally attack an organization that does good in the world? Unfortunately, nonprofits are still popular targets for data breaches, ransomware attacks, and more. Today, privacy expert and nonprofit attorney Corey Cutter is here to share the ins and outs of preserving your organization’s privacy and security.  In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Corey Cutter, the Senior Attorney of Privacy at the American Cancer Society, to discuss how to maintain data privacy at nonprofit organizations. Listen in as Corey reveals how her litigation career influences her perspective on privacy, the best ways to stay up-to-date on the latest privacy and security laws, and her tips for preserving your personal privacy today. Stay tuned!

Mike Jones is the Chief Privacy Officer at Randstad, an employment and recruitment agency for both temporary and permanent staffing. Randstad employs more than 5,700 internal staff in North America, generates almost $30 billion in global annual revenue, and maintains a presence in 38 countries. Mike is also the Director of Global Privacy for Monster, a global company that connects employers and candidates that are searching for their perfect fit. In this episode… Does your company know the difference between privacy and security? What are the benefits of a dedicated Chief Privacy Officer? And, how can you improve both your data privacy and security in 2021? Unfortunately, many people — even tech professionals — don’t know how to distinguish between privacy and security in a business. This often results in a company’s privacy and security departments being combined into an odd aggregation that no one really knows what to do with. If you want to avoid this problem in your business, you’re in luck! Chief Privacy Officer Mike Jones is here to discuss the differences between privacy and security — and explain once and for all why your company needs its own distinct privacy department in order to thrive. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Mike Jones, the Chief Privacy Officer at Randstad, to discuss his strategies for managing your business’ data privacy. Listen in as Mike talks about his daily tasks and concerns as a CPO, the distinct variations between privacy and security, and how to understand — and keep up with — your state’s privacy laws. Stay tuned!

Nick Santora is the CEO of Curricula, a cybersecurity awareness training program that strengthens employee security culture using narrative-based learning and phishing simulations. Curricula is endorsed by esteemed organizations across the country, such as AAA, the State of California, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and many more. Before his work at Curricula, Nick was the CIP Cybersecurity Specialist at North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), the enforcement agency responsible for regulating the bulk power system across North America. Today, he is an internationally recognized cybersecurity expert who speaks regularly on the topic of security awareness training. In this episode… Do you want to encourage a proactive approach to cybersecurity and data privacy at your organization? Are you looking for a trusted resource that can help your employees understand and apply basic — but vital — privacy and security strategies on a daily basis?  Creating effective privacy and security training programs for your employees is difficult, but helping your company maintain a consistent security mindset is even harder. That’s where Curricula comes in. As a revolutionary training program, Curricula not only uses story-based educational techniques to inform your employees about privacy and security, but it also makes the training so enjoyable that they can’t help but come back for more. This means that at your company, privacy and security won’t just be buzzwords — they will be core values. So, how can you learn more about Curricula and start creating a safer and more secure company today? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Nick Santora, the CEO of Curricula, to talk about the benefits of implementing fun and effective privacy and security training at your company. Listen in as Nick discusses the ins and outs of Curricula’s educational program and shares his tried-and-true strategies for making privacy and security a company-wide priority. He also reveals how you can better maintain your personal data privacy today. Stay tuned!

Dominic Vogel is a cyber risk advisor, board director, speaker, and comedian with over 15 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry. He is currently the Founder and Chief Strategist at Cyber.sc, a cybersecurity advisory firm that provides management and expertise to startups, investors, and small to midsize businesses. As an established cybersecurity leader, Dominic has overseen projects including security strategy development, endpoint security, and threat management in a variety of industries. Dominic is also a cybersecurity speaker resource for TEC Canada and the co-host of the podcast, Cyber Security Matters. He has been featured as a guest expert on Global BC, CKNW, the Vancouver Sun, and more. In this episode… Does your company take cybersecurity and data privacy seriously? If not, cybersecurity expert Dominic Vogel has some advice for you: it’s time to start. Unfortunately, many businesses see cybersecurity as a simple technical task — not a vital part of their risk management strategy. However, cybersecurity isn’t just an IT problem that you can easily outsource; it’s a business problem. According to Dominic, cyber risks can cause businesses to lose revenue and major clients in the blink of an eye. So, how can you start prioritizing cybersecurity in your company and protect your data, customers, and reputation today?  In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Justin and Jodi Daniels sit down with Dominic Vogel, the Founder and Chief Strategist at Cyber.sc, to discuss all things cybersecurity. Listen in as Dominic reveals how different countries handle security and privacy risks, why outsourcing your company’s cybersecurity isn’t the best solution, and the vital importance of performing security risk assessments for your business. Stay tuned!

Daniel Shulman is an Intellectual Property Shareholder at Vedder Price, an international business-focused law firm that serves clients of all sizes in the US, the UK, and Asia. With more than 12 years of experience as the Chief IP Counsel for multibillion-dollar companies, Daniel specializes in IP acquisition, trademark litigation, copyright litigation, portfolio management, and much more. Daniel is also an Adjunct Professor at Loyola University Chicago School of Law. He has been featured in a number of publications, including Intellectual Property Magazine and the Seton Hall Law Review. In this episode… Are you brimming with new ideas for tech products, services, or programs, but struggle with the aftermath of invention—when patents, IP laws, and privacy and security come into the picture? If so, this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security is for you! Intellectual property, patents, trademarks, and the like can be complicated and confusing. However, according to Daniel Shulman, the sooner you begin to consider IP law for your new products, the better. In fact, he suggests that any thoughts of new inventions should be closely followed by discussions with an IP expert. So, what can you do today to start protecting your privacy and security when creating new products for your business? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Justin and Jodi Daniels sit down with Daniel Shulman, Intellectual Property Shareholder at Vedder Price, to discuss the importance of privacy and security when developing new tech products. Listen in as Daniel reveals when to avoid signing a mutual NDA, how quickly to consult IP lawyers when creating a new product, and his number one personal privacy tip for listeners. Stay tuned! 

Kenji Kuramoto is the Founder and CEO of Acuity, a financial management firm that builds and maintains financial functions for entrepreneurs and startups. Through his work at Acuity, Kenji achieves his core business mission: to offer scalable financial solutions to busy entrepreneurs so they can focus on effectively growing their businesses.  In addition to this, Kenji is also a Founding Venture Partner at NextGen Venture Partners and a Board Member at Entrepreneurs’ Organization. His specialties include strategic planning, financial forecasting and analysis, accounting process optimization, and more. In this episode… Do you ever wonder how your CFO impacts your company’s privacy and security? Or, if you’re a small company without a full-time CFO, are you looking for a better way to assess your privacy and security risks? If so, this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security is for you. Most business owners primarily look to CTOs for their privacy and security concerns. However, did you know that CFOs can also greatly influence your business’ safety? It makes sense: CFOs are privy to a great deal of your company’s financial data and technology, which gives them insight into where you may be at risk for data breaches, ransomware attacks, and more. So, how can you ensure that your CFO is safety-savvy and ready to protect your company’s privacy and security at every turn? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Kenji Kuramoto, the Founder and CEO of Acuity, to discuss how CFOs can maintain their company’s privacy and security. Listen in as Kenji talks about the value of fractional CFOs, how they can effectively mitigate your company’s security risks, and why avoiding SMS two-factor authentication is his number one privacy tip for individuals and companies. Stay tuned! 

Alex Rayter is the Principal of Phoenix 2.0, a full-service IT consulting and management firm that provides daily IT management and support to Bay Area organizations of all sizes. Phoenix 2.0 helps its clients boost efficiency and profitability by leveraging technology for business outcomes. In addition to this, Alex also has a great deal of volunteer experience with organizations such as Operation ELF, Hebrew Free Loan of San Francisco, and the Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin, and Sonoma Counties. In this episode… Do you know how data flows through your organization? Do you have adequate IT documentation for your business? If you don’t feel confident about the answer, it may be time to build a more effective IT infrastructure that will protect your business from dangerous privacy and security risks. Lacking a clear understanding of your organization’s IT infrastructure doesn’t just inhibit your business’ growth and productivity—it actually poses very real risks to your data privacy and cybersecurity. However, according to Alex Rayter, problematic infrastructure can be remedied in a few different ways—and his IT consulting and management company, Phoenix 2.0, can help you implement all of them. So, how can you start applying Alex’s privacy and security strategies to your business today? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Alex Rayter, the Principal of Phoenix 2.0, to discuss the importance of well-functioning IT infrastructure. Listen in as Alex shares his perspective on the SolarWinds breach, his tips for communicating with executives about privacy and security risks, and the secret to building an effective network diagram for your business. Stay tuned!

Kelly Geary is the National Practice Leader and the Executive Risk & Cyber/Professional Services Claims & Coverage Leader at EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants. In this position, Kelly leads cyber and executive risk initiatives, monitors legal changes that increase organizational risks, and offers risk management counseling and claims advocacy.  Kelly is also the Managing Principal, US Cyber Practice Leader, and Coverage and Claims Counsel Leader at Tysers (formerly Integro USA), an insurance brokerage that is focused on global risk management. In this episode… Most business owners know that they need business insurance in order to protect their organization. But, did you know that obtaining cyber insurance is just as important for your company's safety and security? Cyber insurance is an essential part of protecting your organization from privacy and security risks. However, obtaining cyber insurance is much more than just checking a box. Both cyber risks and cyber insurance policies are evolving at a rapid pace—so how do you know which insurer and coverage will be the best fit for your business? Thankfully, Kelly Geary, a cyber insurance expert, has a few best practices for identifying and implementing the right cyber insurance policies for your company’s privacy and security needs. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Kelly Geary, the National Practice Leader and the Executive Risk & Cyber/Professional Services Claims & Coverage Leader at EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants. Listen in as Kelly talks about the different types of cyber insurance, what kind of coverage your company needs, and the important steps to take after obtaining cyber insurance for your business. Stay tuned!