Today's episode finds us speaking with my good friend, Grant Elliott. Grant will be sharing his background and the new venture he's working on, SimplAI Product. SimplAI Product (pronounced “Simply Product”) integrates advanced AI into each critical phase of product development, simplifying and streamlining processes from concept through to launch and beyond. By leveraging AI-driven insights for discovery, design, planning, and performance tracking, SimplAI Product empowers teams to make smarter, faster decisions with less overhead. Our approach enhances efficiency, reduces errors, and optimizes workflows, allowing product teams to focus on innovation and customer impact. With SimplAI Product, companies of all sizes can unlock their full product potential, adapting quickly to market needs and ensuring a seamless, effective path from idea to successful product launch.

Connect with Grant Elliott:

• Website: https://www.simplaiproduct.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantelliott

In this episode of Tech & Main Presents, we sit down with Vinicius Perallis, a trailblazer in the world of cybersecurity and the CEO of Hacker Rangers. Vinicius has pioneered the use of gamification to instill robust cybersecurity practices within businesses, having trained over 500 companies across Brazil and worldwide. His unique approach combines innovation, passion, and extensive experience from his time at IBM and other leading tech firms.

Join us as Vinicius shares:

• His journey: From his early days in technology to founding Hacker Rangers.
• The excitement of daily work: What fuels his passion and keeps him inspired.
• Cybersecurity awareness for business leaders: Practical advice for fostering a security-first mindset within organizations.
• Career guidance for aspiring cybersecurity professionals: Tips for young people looking to break into the field.
• Personal insights: Fun answers about his favorite musician, hobby, vacation spot, and the teacher who shaped his path.
• Life lessons: The advice he’d give his 18-year-old self.

If you're interested in the intersection of cybersecurity, education, and gamification—or simply want to hear from a visionary in the field—this episode is a must-listen.

Connect with Vinicius Perallis:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vperallis
• Website: https://hackerrangers.com

In today's episode, we will be talking for a 2nd time with our good friend, Rafay Baloch. He is an internationally renowned ethical hacker and security researcher known for his discovery of vulnerabilities on the Android operating system. He has been featured and known by both national and international media and publications like Forbes, BBC, The Wall Street Journal, and The Express Tribune.

We do a deep dive into his recently released book "Web Hacking Arsenal: A Practical Guide to Modern Web Pentesting". You can connect with Rafay in the following ways:

Book Purchase: https://www.amazon.com/Web-Hacking-Arsenal-Practical-Pentesting/dp/1032447192/

Website: https://redseclabs.com/

Twitter: @rafaybaloch

At Tech & Main, we want to be YOUR technology partner. Let our 20+ years of expertise help you achieve the outcomes that are best for your business: cybersecurity. We have engineers and project managers available to assist you. Call our office at 678-575-8515, email us at info@techandmain.com or visit us at www.techandmain.com. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, we delve into the transformative role of the Chief Resilience Officer (CRO) and explore how it can better address today's complex cybersecurity challenges. Our guest, Kris Lovejoy, Global Security and Resilience Leader at Kyndryl, shares her insights on the motivation behind the shift from CISO to CRO, the key responsibilities of this emerging role, and the strategies for building resilience in the face of evolving threats.

We discuss the importance of secure software development, the risks associated with third-party relationships, the integration of business continuity planning and disaster recovery, and the skills necessary for CISOs to transition to a CRO mindset. Through real-world examples, we explore the impact of a CRO approach on organizational security and the future direction of cybersecurity and enterprise risk management. This episode offers valuable guidance for organizations considering this strategic shift and provides a comprehensive understanding of the CRO's role in building a more resilient and secure future.

For more information on Kris Lovejoy, please go to https://www.linkedin.com/in/klovejoy or kris.lovejoy@kyndryl.com. For more information on Tech & Main and how we can help you in your cybersecurity journey, please go to www.techandmain.com. Thanks for listening!

Great conversation with Hilario Itriago and Neal Jardine of Boxx Insurance (boxxinsurance.com). For more information about the cybersecurity services offered by Tech & Main, please check us out on the web at www.techandmain.com. Thanks for listening!

In today's episode, we will be talking with our good friend, Tim Jensen. Tim is a privacy advocate, fellow podcaster and die-hard Green Bay Packers fan. Listen in as we discuss privacy, security and a host of other topics. You can connect with Tim in the following ways:

• Website: IntentionallyInconvenient.com

• YouTube: @IntentionallyInconvenient

• Email for booking inquiries: ii@timjensen.email

• Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-jensen-86880027/

At Tech & Main, we want to be YOUR technology partner. Let our 20+ years of expertise help you achieve the outcomes that are best for your business: cloud, SD-WAN, data center, security or anything else. We have engineers and project managers available to assist you. Call our office at 678-575-8515, email us at info@techandmain.com or visit us at www.techandmain.com. Thanks for listening!

In today's episode, we will be talking again with our good friend, David Strom. David is a world-known expert on networking and communications technologies. Listen in as we discuss the contents of the CISO Report from YL Venture (https://www.ylventures.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2024_CISO-Circuit-Report-FINAL.pdf). You can connect with David in the following ways: Website: https://www.strom.com/ and LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/davidstrom. At Tech & Main, we want to be YOUR technology partner. Let our 20+ years of expertise help you achieve the outcomes that are best for your business: cybersecurity, cloud, SD-WAN, data center, or anything else. We have engineers and project managers available to assist you. Call our office at 678-575-8515, email us at info@techandmain.com or visit us at www.techandmain.com. Thanks for listening!