The TribalHub Podcast

In this episode of the TribalHub Podcast, host Olivia Fellows interviews Preston Soke, Manager of Information System Security for the Gila River Indian Community, about practical cybersecurity leadership and strategy during Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Preston highlights the importance of making security engaging by framing every employee as an extension of the security team, using targeted videos, non-technical language, and rapid communication to protect vital tribal services and data. He covers key operational priorities, including multi-factor authentication, endpoint encryption, and the phased rollout of zero trust, and looks ahead to emerging threats like post-quantum encryption. Reflecting on his career, Preston draws a powerful connection between cybersecurity and data sovereignty, describing his team as modern-day warriors dedicated to safeguarding their community’s "river of data."

In this TribalHub podcast episode recorded live at TribalNet 2026, host Olivia Fellows sits down with Emily Jones, Principal and Practice Leader at Warren Averett Technology Group. Jones breaks down a real-world cybersecurity incident where automated monitoring tools and proactive IT governance thwarted a critical healthcare data breach. Discover how rapid threat isolation, aligned disaster recovery and business continuity plans, and strong executive leadership safeguard patient records and keep essential operations running smoothly.

Everywhere you look, there are new funding programs popping up for tribal governments to take advantage of (NTIA Tribal Connectivity, American Rescue Plan, USDA and US Infrastructure Plan) all promising billions of funding dollars to be spent over the next several years. 

During a webinar TribalWise hosted a few weeks ago, a panel of experts held an informative and helpful discussion with the goal of helping tribes to prepare for what is to come as well as share insights into ways these funds can be used.

Presenters:

Allyson Mitchell, General Manager at Mohawk Networks

This was one of our most highly attended webinars and is such an important topic that we thought it would be beneficial to share the conversation out via our podcast network.  

One of the most important factors in the success of a tribal organization is having a well defined technology strategy that is aligned with the overall organizational strategy.  But, how is this accomplished?

In this episode, we talk with Larry Wolff, the founder & CEO of Wolff Strategy Partners, about helping your tribal council and executive team understand the benefits of embedding technology in the tribal strategy to advance the entire tribal organization.    

You can learn more about Wolff Strategy Partners at their website www.wolffstrategy.com.

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Data Sovereignty, Automation, Cybersecurity and using Security Operation Centers - just a few of the topics covered in today's podcast where host Michelle Bouschor speaks with TribalValue partner, Splunk.  How innovative is your technology department?  Take a listen and see what tips and ideas the Splunk Tribe's Team has for you!

Learn more about Splunk at their website www.splunk.com.

Don’t forget to subscribe/follow our show wherever you listen to podcasts to never miss an episode. Connect with all of us here by searching “TribalHub” on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter or visit our web page at www.tribalhub.com.

Red Ball Drills® is changing the landscape in active attacker and workplace violence exercises.  They are opening up the conversation with teams to discuss the processes organizations have in place and to learn how to develop better policy and procedures with regards to active attacker and workplace violence exercises. 

In this conversation, host Michelle Bouschor talks with Aric Mutchnick, President and CEO of Red Ball Drills® about this groundbreaking program which extends well beyond standard table-top exercises.  Their comprehensive safety and security review process, utilizing proprietary methodology for true all hazards assessment, analysis, and continued improvement, is what has earned the company the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Safety Act designation.

Show Links:

Red Ball Drills®:  https://redballdrills.com/

TribalHub:  https://tribalhub.com/

Coming to your podcast feed today to remind you something that I needed to hear again this summer – how to prevent burnout.  How does this happen?  Can it be reduced?  I tuned into this podcast that I recorded last year with  Michael Levitt, the founder & Chief Burnout Officer of The Breakfast Leadership Network and after listening thought it would be a great reshare!.  Listen in as I talk to him about his journey which led him to help people across the nation to identify and prevent this chronic disease facing us in our work and personal lives.

Breakfast Leadership Network:  https://www.breakfastleadership.com/

Recorded live at the TribalHub Cybersecurity Summit, we sat down with keynote speaker Michael Levin to unpack the big ideas behind his session, “AI, Cybercrime, and the Human Factor.” From AI-driven cybercrime to why the human factor is still your strongest (and weakest) security control, Michael shares practical insights for leaders navigating today’s evolving threat landscape.

We also dig a little deeper into his keynote message, what it really means to, 'Get Your Head in the Game', and … you’ll never guess his favorite travel snack!

Connect with Michael on LinkedIn today!

Quick Fixes Are Not the Answer!

It’s 2020 and we resolve to start a podcast!  Welcome to the first episode of the TribalHub podcast!  Our goal with this show is not only to share information about TribalHub and all of our divisions, but to bring you stories, information and news from the tech side of indian nation.  We have some great guests already lined up and are excited to see where this takes us!

In this episode, we talk with TribalHub founder, Mike Day, about what it takes to make and keep New Year’s Resolutions.  Many people make them, most people never keep them. How can you make and keep a “resolution” in your person and professional life?  See if we find the answers during episode 1 of the TribalHub podcast.  

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Change is inevitable, but getting people to embrace it is often the real challenge. In this episode, we sit down with Avish Parashar to discuss his new book, Say “Yes, And!” to Change, and explore why leaders and employees naturally resist change, plus practical ways to overcome those barriers.

Avish shares strategies for successfully introducing new processes, building adaptability within teams, and creating a culture that is more open to innovation. He also walks through the framework from his book, designed to help individuals apply these change-management skills in their everyday work and life.

We also dive into how tribal organizations and other resource-limited teams can apply these concepts in realistic, sustainable ways to navigate change more effectively.

Tune in for actionable insights on leadership, organizational change, and building resilience in evolving workplaces!

Learn more about Avish and explore his work here: