In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, host Bryan Strawser, principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, delves into the critical importance of strategic alignment in crisis management. Drawing from nearly three decades of experience, Bryan emphasizes the necessity of a unified approach to handling crises, whether it’s a cybersecurity breach or a natural disaster. …
Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #278: What Sucks in Information Security Right Now?
In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser, Principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, dives into the pressing challenges facing today’s security leaders. Joined by insights from Maya Kaczorowski, Bryan explores findings from a tl;dr sec article based on interviews with over 50 Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). They discuss the overwhelming vendor …
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Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #277: Lessons from the 2024 BCI Crisis Management Report
In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser, Principal and CEO at Bryghtpath, discusses insights from the Business Continuity Institute’s Annual Crisis Management Report. He points out a worrying trend: 29% of employees don’t know their organization’s crisis plans, highlighting the need for better communication and training. Bryan talks about how organizational silos …
Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #276: Initial Lessons from the Assassination of the United Healthcare CEO
In this gripping episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, host Bryan Strawser delves into the tragic assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The shocking event underscores the urgent need for organizations to adopt robust executive protection strategies and crisis management plans. Bryan explores five key areas crucial for enhancing executive safety and ensuring organizational resilience, …
Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #275 – What We’ve Seen With Exercises in 2024
In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, host Bryan Strawser, principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, delves into the consistent themes observed during crisis management and business continuity exercises conducted over the past year. Bryan emphasizes the importance of enhancing communication and notification systems, ensuring that teams are well-versed in necessary procedures, and recognizing …
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Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #274: The Initial Crisis Activation Meeting
In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser from Bryghtpath delves into the critical elements of leading an effective initial crisis management meeting. Whether faced with a natural disaster, data breach, or reputational issue, Bryan emphasizes the importance of fostering collaboration and informed decision-making. He introduces listeners to the concept of situational awareness, …
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Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #273: My Cybersecurity Resilience Agenda for President Trump’s 2nd term
In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser, principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, shares his strategic blueprint for enhancing national cybersecurity resilience. Drawing from his experience, Bryan outlines eight critical areas that need attention to strengthen the digital defenses of the nation’s critical infrastructure. His agenda includes proactive measures such as modernizing …
Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #272: My Emergency Management and Resilience Agenda for President Trump’s Second Term
In this insightful episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser, Principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, outlines a comprehensive emergency management and resilience agenda tailored for President Trump’s upcoming term. Focusing on strengthening America’s national preparedness, Bryan emphasizes the importance of investing in resilient infrastructure and fostering robust public-private partnerships. With critical infrastructure predominantly …