In this episode of CTRL-ALT-SECURE, Valentina Flores discusses the importance of understanding neurodiversity in tech leadership with guests Andy and Fred from Irregular Training. They explore how neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism and ADHD, can bring unique strengths to the workplace, the challenges posed by standardized work environments, and practical steps organizations can take to support neurodiverse talent. The conversation emphasizes the need for flexibility, trust, and a shift in hiring practices to leverage the strengths of neurodivergent individuals for a more inclusive and productive workplace.

A handful of valuable takeaways:

• Neurodiversity is a key part of how teams actually function and succeed.
• Understanding different thinking styles can unlock creativity and performance.
• Standardized workplaces often miss what neurodivergent employees need to thrive.
• Traits like deep focus, pattern recognition, and problem-solving are real strengths.
• Flexible roles and trust-based cultures bring out the best in neurodivergent talent.
• The future of work will depend on embracing and designing for neurodiversity.

To learn more about Andy and Fred’s work on building inclusive, high-performing teams, visit their site Irregular Training.

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Ctrl-Alt-Secure Podcast: Breach Mode – How to Survive a Cyber Crisis
Host: Valentina Flores (Red Sentry CEO)
Special Guest: Casey Boggs (President, ReputationUs)

Are you a CISO or CIO preparing your organization for the reputational fallout of a cyberattack? In this episode, we dive deep into the critical, often-overlooked side of cybersecurity: reputation management. Join Valentina Flores and Casey Boggs as they discuss real-world strategies for crisis communication, incident response, and protecting your brand when the unthinkable happens.

Key Topics:

• Why reputation is as important as technical response
• Common mistakes companies make after a breach
• Building a proactive incident response and communication plan
• Industry-specific challenges (healthcare, finance, tech, and more)
• Authenticity and transparency in crisis communications

Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction & Guest Welcome
02:10 – Casey Boggs’ Background & ReputationUs
05:30 – The Real Impact of a Cyber Breach on Reputation
09:00 – Who’s to Blame? Internal & External Stakeholders
13:20 – Common Mistakes in Crisis Response
18:00 – Timing & Transparency: When to Communicate
22:45 – Building a Smart Incident Response Plan
28:10 – Legal, Insurance, and PR: Who’s on Your Team?
33:00 – Industry-Specific Considerations
37:15 – Success Stories & Lessons Learned
41:00 – Proactive Steps for CISOs & CIOs
45:00 – Final Takeaways & Resources

About Our Guest:
Casey Boggs is President of ReputationUs, a leading firm specializing in reputation management and crisis mitigation. With over 20 years of experience, Casey has helped organizations across industries navigate the aftermath of cyber incidents and protect their most valuable asset: trust.

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🔗 ReputationUs

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Welcome to the Control-Alt-Secure podcast! In this episode, host Valentina Flores (CEO of Red Sentry) sits down with Richard Frederick, founder and CEO of Strategic All Source Intelligence, to uncover the hidden risks of your digital footprint.

We dive deep into:

What your digital footprint really is—and why it matters more than ever
How hackers and threat actors weaponize open source intelligence (OSINT) against individuals and organizations
The most overlooked ways companies expose themselves online
Real-world strategies for managing and reducing your attack surface
The role of pen testing, cloud security, and continuous monitoring in modern cyber defense
Actionable tips for building cyber resiliency and protecting your reputation

Whether you’re a business leader, IT professional, or just want to stay safe online, this episode is packed with insights you can use right away.

🔗 Connect with Richard Frederick for more on intelligence and risk advisory services. https://sasintel.com/

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