In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, host Bryan Strawser, principal and CEO at Bryghtpath, explores the critical role of strategic relationships in enhancing your influence as a resilience leader. By developing foundational “table stakes” connections with key roles such as the Chief Information Security Officer, Chief Security Officer, and disaster recovery leaders, you …

In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, host Bryan Strawser, Principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with veteran emergency manager Ian Hay. Ian recounts his compelling journey into Homeland Security and Emergency Management, driven by the tragic events of September 11th. From witnessing the attacks in Syracuse, New York, …

In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser, principal and CEO at Bryghtpath, explores the importance of building a resilient intelligence program within organizations. Drawing from his experience leading a global intelligence function at a Fortune 30 company, Bryan shares how these programs are vital for proactive risk management and strategic decision-making. He …

In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser, principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, explores the transformative journey of General Counsels as they step beyond their traditional roles. Once primarily seen as chief legal advisors, General Counsels are now pivotal strategic leaders in crisis management. This episode delves into how these legal professionals …

In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, host Bryan Strawser from Bryghtpath delves into the complexities of crisis management in healthcare. Drawing insights from Newsweek’s virtual panel, Bryan highlights key strategies shared by top healthcare executives to effectively prepare for and navigate crises. This episode is packed with practical tools for developing robust crisis …

In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser, Principal and CEO at Bryghtpath, delves into the crucial role boards of directors play in fortifying organizational resilience. Drawing from his extensive experience at a Fortune 30 company, Bryan emphasizes the importance of aligning board decisions with stakeholder expectations to drive resilience strategies. He shares …

In this insightful episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser of Bryghtpath explores the emerging role of the Chief Resilience Officer (CRO) as a strategic asset within organizations. Drawing from Mark Nevins’ article in Forbes, Bryan delves into the transformative potential of appointing a CRO to proactively manage a broad spectrum of risks, from …

In this insightful episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser, Principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, delves into the intricacies of building a resilient organization. Drawing from his extensive experience and the strategic insights of Roger Martin’s “strategy choice cascade,” Bryan presents a straightforward approach to resilience, business continuity, crisis management, and IT disaster …

In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser, principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, delves into the transformative power of crisis management exercises. He discusses the essential role these exercises play in honing decision-making skills under pressure and building robust crisis processes within organizations. Through a spectrum of exercises, from low-stress tabletops to …