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I interview Ron Ricci who has spent his entire career helping CEOs and companies tell their stories and build company culture. He has worked with CEOs like Michael Dell, Eric Schmidt, John Warnock and Carol Bartz; and discussed leadership with Richard Branson and Jack Welch. He spent 20 years at Cisco, including a decade as a direct report to CEO John Chambers. Ron has authored Momentum, published by Harvard Business School Publishing, and The Collaboration Imperative, which shared the best practices Cisco used to work better together. He is currently the founder and CEO of The Culture Platform, the only software platform to measure how engaged leaders and managers are with their employees and culture. He is also the author of The Water Princess, A Classic Adventure -- winner of a Moonbeam Book Award for juvenile fiction.

Connect with Ron Ricci on LinkedIn:Ron Ricci | LinkedIn

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I interview Carlos Galvez Jr., a seasoned and strategic security executive with nearly 30 years of experience spanning corporate security, law enforcement, and emergency medical services. As one of the few Hispanic executives to ascend to senior leadership roles in the security field at a publicly traded company, Carlos has built a career defined not only by operational excellence but also by his people-first approach to protection and leadership.

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I interview Bryan Banta, with over 20 years of proven experience leading and managing teams across multiple geographies, industries and functions. He began his career at Cisco as an IT engineer with a focus on software development. While at Cisco, Bryan expanded into various roles including project and program management, security business operations, and global protective services before moving into the field of human resources. Early in his career Bryan also spent some time working for the Department of Justice/FBI as a special agent focused on counter terrorism, counterintelligence, and cybercrimes.Bryan also shares a love for the martial arts and has a black belt in Aikido. He has opened, operated, and been the lead instructor for multiple dojos over the years and enjoys bringing the principles of Aikido to the corporate world through workshops and seminars and his unique leadership style.Bryan holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in information systems management from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and has recently become an author publishing his new book “Leadership Uncomplicated” now available on Amazon:https://amzn.to/4lJ7S6gConnect with Bryan on LinkedIn:Bryan Banta | LinkedIn

I interview Anthony Hall, a U.S. Navy veteran and executive leader with over 20 years of experience. Anthony specializes in corporate security, operational strategy, and risk management across global, high-stakes environments. Learn how to successfully transition to the private sector from a veteran security professional.Anthony Hall, MBA | LinkedIn

Originally recorded in May 2021, following a workplace violence tragedy involving an active shooter in San Jose, California at the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA).

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Step into the world of strategic leadership with Beyond the Badge: Navigating the Path from Security Expert to Business Strategist by Ken Carrasco. This eBook offers a compelling introduction to the journey from security professional to business leader, crafted by a seasoned Senior Security Executive with over 20 years in Fortune 500 companies.

Spanning an introduction, chapter outlines, and early insights, this 20-page eBook explores the evolving role of security leadership in today’s business landscape. Discover how to shift from tactical expertise to strategic impact with topics like understanding the business landscape, mastering communication, and aligning security with organizational goals. Featuring Carrasco’s real-world experience from Silicon Valley to global operations and a sneak peek at 12 transformative chapters, this concise guide is your first step toward a broader leadership mindset.

Ideal for security managers, law enforcement, military, and government professionals curious about business roles, this eBook delivers actionable ideas and a taste of Carrasco’s expertise. It’s an affordable entry point to redefining your career straight from a trusted industry voice.

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⁠Beyond the Badge: Navigating the Path from Security Expert to Business Strategist

Step into the world of strategic leadership with Beyond the Badge: Navigating the Path from Security Expert to Business Strategist by Ken Carrasco. This eBook offers a compelling introduction to the journey from security professional to business leader, crafted by a seasoned Senior Security Executive with over 20 years in Fortune 500 companies.

Spanning an introduction, chapter outlines, and early insights, this 20-page eBook explores the evolving role of security leadership in today’s business landscape. Discover how to shift from tactical expertise to strategic impact with topics like understanding the business landscape, mastering communication, and aligning security with organizational goals. Featuring Carrasco’s real-world experience from Silicon Valley to global operations and a sneak peek at 12 transformative chapters, this concise guide is your first step toward a broader leadership mindset.

Ideal for security managers, law enforcement, military, and government professionals curious about business roles, this eBook delivers actionable ideas and a taste of Carrasco’s expertise. It’s an affordable entry point to redefining your career straight from a trusted industry voice.

Order your digital copy of the eBook on Amazon:

Beyond the Badge: Navigating the Path from Security Expert to Business Strategist