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 Officer of the Year by ORBIE.

They discuss:
• Cybersecurity as a strategic imperative, not just a technical concern
• Risk management and implementing robust cybersecurity measures
• Embracing change and adaptability in the face of evolving technology and organizational shifts
• Emerging technologies like AI and their impact on business strategy
• Proactive strategies for organizational resilience

This episode provides actionable insights for technology leaders, executives, and professionals navigating the complex landscape of cybersecurity, digital transformation, and organizational change.

Sponsor
Produced in partnership with Click Solutions Group — providing cybersecurity leadership, strategy, and technology solutions for modern enterprises.
Learn more: ClickSolutionsGroup.com

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Resources / References
• Unlocking Cyber Resilience: Your Essential 2024 Security Guide: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/unlocking-cyber-resilience-your-essential-2024-guide-dr-rebecca-ecf7c/
• 2024 Predictions: Impact of AI on GRC: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/2024-predictions-impact-ai-grc-dr-rebecca-wynn-the-soulful-cxo-v7pdc/
• NIST CSF v2.0: Simplified Cybersecurity Guidance: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/nist-csf-v20-simplified-cybersecurity-guidance-wynn-the-soulful-cxo-efvvc/

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