Cybility Savvy

In this episode, Michala Liavaag sits down with Pradeep U.N., founder and CEO of Stories and Wisdom, an award-winning platform and company, to explore how storytelling can revolutionize organisational culture.  Pradeep introduces his innovative approach to human engagement and culture transformation:  Storytelling: A card game that encourages personal story sharing, fostering deeper connections am...

In this episode, Michala Liavaag talks with Maureen Chaffe, about the challenges of keeping data protected in the local government and charity sectors.  Maureen is the founder of  Processmatters2, a Data Protection expert, and a 'former trustee'. She has over 20 years of experience unpicking poor data practices and improving the efficiency of systems in local government, non-profit organ...

In this episode, Michala Liavaag talks with Clare McGill Sharpe, about the current challenges facing corporate governance and cybersecurity in a global charity context.  Clare works as the Corporate Governance Manager at the charity Sightsavers, and volunteers as a trustee at the Brighton Yoga Foundation.  Clare’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-mcgill-532869199/   👉 Cited in this epi...

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📝Show notes:  Creating a culture of Cybersecurity involves changing behaviours. This episode dives deep in the subject of how coaching enables sustainable organisational change. Michala Liavaag talks with Amy Tarrant and Sue Noble who have authored a book to give organisations the coaching tools and framework to deliver on the benefits that organisation change initiatives promise. 👉 Cited in thi...

In this episode, we turned the tables: Penny Wilson interviews Michala Liavaag!  Penny Wilson is the CEO of Getting on Board, a trustee recruitment and diversity charity. Penny has been a trustee of several charities and is currently a trustee of the National Migraine Centre. Penny asks Michala questions about cybersecurity from the perspective of trustees. Starting with the basics of what cyberse...

What part does the board play in keeping organisations more cyber resilient?  Michala Liavaag explains the important role board members play in cybersecurity no matter the size of the organisation. Boards need to see cybersecurity as any other risk they need to take into consideration, in order to ensure it is working to meet the organisation's objectives.  Michala also answers the question:...

As you may have noticed, we took a little break on the show, and are gearing up for season 2.  We took the season break to reflect on what went well and what we could improve upon.  In our next season we’ll deliver more bite-sized episodes, with easy-to-digest, actionable hints and tips covering topics such as: understanding and managing cyber risks, cyber security governance, the role and respons...

📝Show notes: How should charities manage risk? Michala Liavaag and Sabrina Segal talk about risk management in the not-for-profit sector: how it intersects with cybersecurity; cultural elements to risk; doing objective centred risk management; risk as opportunity; and more. Sabrina is currently the Global Head of Integrity, Risk, and Compliance Support Services at JA Worldwide, a nonprofit focuse...

📝Show notes: What help is available for small organisations to counter cyber threats? In this episode Michala Liavaag and Chris White explore several aspects of cybersecurity for small and medium organisations. Chris White is a detective inspector, working in the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit as a Police Cyber Security Advisor and Prevent Sergeant.   More recently, Chris joined the cyb...

📝Show notes: What does an 'Information Governance' professional do anyway? In this episode Michala Liavaag and Barry Moult explore several aspects of information governance and data protection in the healthcare sector. They also present the newly created Data Protection & Information Governance level 4 apprenticeship.  Barry is an award-winning Information Governance Consultant at B...

📝Show notes: Are you tired of password resets after a data breach?  Your usernames and passwords are still one of the most valuable things about you - to cybercriminals that is.   Identity-related breaches are ubiquitous and preventable, whether you are an individual, a small business, or a Fortune 500 organisation.  In this episode Michala Liavaag lifts the cover off identity and access manageme...

📝Show notes: Does diversity in cybersecurity and corporate governance matter?  In this episode Michala Liavaag invites Sarah Harriott to speak candidly about the reality of working as a black woman in law and corporate governance, the challenges of getting on boards and as always - they discuss her journey to becoming a cyber savvy leader from the corporate governance perspective.  Sarah Harriott...

📝Show notes: How to speak securely with someone in Ukraine without putting them at more risk?  As requested by a listener, Michala Liavaag explains the difference between unencrypted and encrypted communications, and how using Virtual Private Networks (VPN) can help protect your privacy.  This episode follows on from our Cybility Alert covering the steps organisations can take to respond to the i...

📝Show notes: Russia is attacking Ukraine, and the UK government is repeatedly urging organisations here in the UK to take action against heightened cyber threats. Michala Liavaag explains what the cyber threats are; how this can affect organizations and people all over the world; and what you can do to better protect you and your organisation.    👉 Cited in this episode:    NCSC advises organisa...

📝Show notes: How is digital transformation enabled by change management and cybersecurity?  Michala Liavaag talks with Ket Patel, an accredited Change Manager Master practitioner, about his journey to becoming a cyber savvy change manager.  Ket has over 20 years of experience leading change and transformation within Financial Services, Technology and Consulting industries. He is also the UK Co-Le...

📝Show notes: We are joining hands with thousands of organisations around the globe to celebrate the 19th Safer Internet Day. This year’s theme is “All fun and games? Exploring respect and relationships online”.  Michala Liavaag shares what organizations’ leaders can do to help making the internet a safer and better place for all, and especially for children and young people. 👉 Cited in this epis...

📝Show notes: In this special episode, Michala Liavaag and Hannah Nacheva, a Data Protection Officer, discuss what you need to know about data protection and privacy.  28th January 2022: Data Privacy Day. 👉 Cited in this episode:    Records of processing ROPA https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/accountability-framework/records-of-processing-and-lawful-basis/ Human rights equality Act: https://ww...

📝Show notes: Michala Liavaag talks with Amy Tarrant, a Change Delivery Lead who has delivered a wide variety of business transformation and strategy initiatives in the insurance sector over the last 15 years. She is also a trustee of the Brighton Yoga Foundation.  They discuss the ins and outs of cybersecurity in the insurance and other sectors from the perspectives of both employee and trustee. ...

📝Show notes: New year, new beginnings! As we enter 2022 filled with excitement about the year ahead, we look at things with fresh eyes. If improving cybersecurity isn't one of your organisation's goals already then it's time to add it and become more cyber secure than you were last year. Unsure where and how to start? In this episode, Michala Liavaag explains how charities and othe...

📝Show notes: Michala Liavaag talks with Laura Dawson, Director of the Data and Technology Services at the London School of Economics and Political Science. She has been a leader in the Charity and Not for Profit sector for nearly 30 years including RSPB, Save the Children UK and British Council.  They discuss the ins and outs of cybersecurity in the higher education sector from the perspectives o...

📝Show notes: Michala Liavaag dives into what executives, non-executive directors and trustees need to know about 'Log4shell', a new vulnerability that is rated at the maximum 10.  The main facts you need to know: What is it? Where is it? Why should we care? What can we do about it?  She also discusses misconceptions and shares some questions leaders should ask their IT, third party prov...

📝Show notes: Michala Liavaag talks with Laura Dawson, Director of the Data and Technology Services at the London School of Economics and Political Science. She has been a leader in the Charity and Not for Profit sector for nearly 30 years including RSPB, Save the Children UK and British Council.  They discuss the ins and outs of cybersecurity in the higher education sector from the perspectives o...

📝Show notes: There is a lot of talk about the 'cybersecurity skills gap' - but what does this mean? What can organisations and individuals do to address it?  In this episode, Michala Liavaag gives her view on these questions and provides useful resources for leaders and individuals to help tackling this thorny issue.  👉 Cited in this episode:    National Cyber Security Centre Cyberfirs...

📝Show notes: Michala Liavaag is in conversation with Jackie Freeman, a former Chief Financial Officer and currently a consultant and trustee of Age UK, Shape Arts and The Roundhouse Trust.  She candidly shares her journey to becoming a cyber savvy executive and the lessons she learned on the way.  Check the Trustee’s week events: https://trusteesweek.org/events/ ----- ⭐Found this useful? Please...