Soulful CXO

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes back Michele Stuart, CEO of JAG Investigations. They discuss: • Michele’s expertise in Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), counterintelligence, insurance fraud, and corporate investigations • How to spot AI fakes, deepfakes, and cyberbullying threats • Practical tools and training strategies to protect personal and organizati...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Alex Brueckmann, WSJ bestselling author and strategy consultant. They discuss: • How leaders can shape their organizational culture and leave a lasting legacy • The role of transparency, diversity, and ethical decision-making in modern leadership • Lessons from real-world examples, including Alfred Nobel, Patagonia, and Vol...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Petri Kuivala, CISO of Hoxhunt and cybersecurity veteran with experience at Microsoft, Qualcomm, NXP, Siemens, and Nokia. They discuss: • Petri’s journey from large corporations to startups and the evolving cybersecurity landscape • Balancing technology, process, and people for effective cybersecurity leadership • Risk mana...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Camille Stewart Gloster, award-winning strategist, attorney, and former Deputy National Cyber Director for Technology & Ecosystem at the White House. They discuss: • Camille’s journey from attorney to leading cybersecurity initiatives at Google and in government • The importance of diverse skill sets in cybersecurity an...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Rick Howard, Chief Security Officer for N2K, Chief Analyst and Senior Fellow at The CyberWire, and co-founder of the Cyber Threat Alliance. Rick brings decades of experience, including roles at Palo Alto Networks, TASC, iDefense, and the U.S. Army's Computer Emergency Response Team. They discuss: • Rick’s career journey and...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Mike Shanko, an award-winning Transformation Chief Information Officer and Board Advisor with extensive experience across industries including Blue Yonder, U-Haul, Silicon Valley Bank, and Consumers Energy. Mike has been recognized with the 2024 HMG Global Leadership Institute Award and the 2022 Arizona Chief Information Of...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Sarah Armstrong-Smith , Microsoft’s Chief Security Advisor. Sarah brings deep experience across business resilience, crisis management, and cybersecurity, with leadership roles at Microsoft, the London Stock Exchange Group, Fujitsu, EY, and AXA. She has been on the front lines of major incidents, including IT failures, data...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Jo Peterson , VP of Cloud and Security Services for Clarify360. Jo shares her journey from early computer classes to becoming a female engineer, including how her military experience contributed to her college credits. She discusses overcoming imposter syndrome, following your passion, and transitioning into the telco indus...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Bob Chaput , Founder and Executive Chairman of Clearwater Security. Bob shares insights from decades of experience in cyber risk management, working with Fortune 100 companies and government agencies. They discuss: • The evolution of cybersecurity from a reactive, tactical focus to a strategic risk management priority • Ali...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Dr. Ann Cavoukian , world-renowned privacy expert and creator of Privacy by Design (PbD) , as well as Executive Director of the Global Privacy and Security by Design Centre . They discuss: • The principles of Privacy by Design and balancing privacy, security, and data utility • The privacy challenges posed by AI, smart citi...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Tonia Dudley , Board Member and Strategic Adviser specializing in incident response, security awareness, and IT compliance for global organizations. They discuss: • The biggest challenges organizations face in modern incident response • Lessons learned from recent breaches • How to elevate security awareness programs that a...

Episode Summary: In this special episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Marco Ciappelli , Co-Founder of ITSPmagazine and host of Redefining Society and Audio Signals . They discuss: • The purpose and origin of the Soulful CXO podcast • Rebecca’s career journey and defining life lessons • The evolution of cybersecurity toward human-centered resilience • Why authenticity, transparency, an...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Chris Caruso , retired VP and CIO of PPG and advisor at the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University. They discuss: • Chris’s career journey leading PPG’s IT organization for over 24 years • National and international recognition for IT excellence • Transitioning from executive leadership to mentoring and adv...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Teresa Devine , CEO of Teresa Devine Company and creator of 24-7 Purpose. They discuss: • Teresa’s journey from the dot-com era to CIO and CISO roles in Fortune 500 companies • Building strong relationships and aligning with the people you work with • The importance of caring, empathy, and human-centered leadership • Strate...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Masha Sedova , Co-Founder and President of Elevate Security. They discuss: • The role of people as critical elements in organizational security • Understanding your purpose and “why” to create meaningful impact • Challenging the status quo and fostering innovation in tech • Building inclusive, diverse, and high-performing w...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Randi Levin , award-winning CEO and Senior White House Advisor on Technology. They discuss: • Randi’s journey from professional French horn player to leading NASA teams on the Mars mission • Strategic approaches to career advancement and continuous learning • Overcoming challenges as a woman in male-dominated fields • Persi...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Arti Raman , CEO and Founder of Portal26. They discuss: • Arti’s journey from PhD dropout to successful CEO • Leveraging diverse experience across product, sales, technology, and data science • Leadership insights and strategies for driving innovation and growth • Overcoming challenges and embracing unconventional career pa...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Dr. Georgianna “George” Shea , Chief Technologist at the FDD Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation and Transformative Cyber Innovation Lab. They discuss: • Identifying cyber vulnerabilities and developing solutions for government and private sector • Leading cyber initiatives across government organizations • Cybersecur...

In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Jeroen Kraaijenbrink , strategy and leadership author, CEO, and business strategist. They discuss: • The importance of reality checks in strategy development • Breaking down complex strategies into actionable, digestible steps • Innovative approaches to strategy-making • Lessons for both seasoned executives and emerging leaders This episode...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Mike Wilkes , Senior Security Advisor at Ammolite Analytx. They discuss: • Building a successful career in cybersecurity • Training employees to recognize and combat cyber threats • Trusting your instincts in technology leadership • The evolving role of AI in cybersecurity awareness • Lessons from the intersection of techno...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Meredith Harper , SVP & Chief Information Security Officer at Synchrony Financial. They discuss: • Embracing career changes and new opportunities • Transitioning from healthcare to technology and leveraging a legal background • The critical role of mentorship and networking in career growth • Insights on navigating lead...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Gary Berman , CEO of Cyberman Security. They discuss: • Transitioning from marketing and consumer research into technology leadership • The experience of being hacked by insiders from a criminal organization • Managing a five-year struggle to recover from cyberattacks • Proactive strategies for protecting reputation and int...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Jane Frankland , Founder & CEO of KnewStart and Founder of The Source Platform. They discuss: • Building long-term relationships and partnerships as a cyber leader • How CISOs can assert themselves and actively contribute to organizational decision-making • Improving communication skills and influencing executive decisi...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Drew Simonis , Chief Information Security Officer at Juniper Networks. They discuss: • The importance of intentionally managing your cybersecurity career • Lessons learned from taking adjacent roles and strategic career pivots • Overcoming challenges in career progression within technology and security leadership • Supporti...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Bob Turner , CISO and cybersecurity advisor. They discuss: • The importance of mindful communication as you progress in your career • How to foster a positive work environment through thoughtful interactions • Balancing authority and approachability when speaking with executives and team members • Empowering teams by valuin...