The Perfect Storm

by Michael Markulec and Matthew Webster

In this bi-weekly podcast for business executives and information security professionals, industry veterans Michael Markulec and Matthew Webster chat with guests about the latest cyber news, threats, and trends impacting small and medium businesses. Harbor’s proactive rather than reactive solutions help our clients develop the cybersecurity program necessary to take their organization to the next level. Harbor's innovative pro ...   ...  Read more
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Podcast episodes

  • Season 1

  • Episode 47: with Jeremy M. Deck

    Episode 47: with Jeremy M. Deck

    S01 E47
    19:15

    Michael meets with VP of Hub International, Jeremy M. Deck, MBA, on this episode of The Perfect Storm. With Jeremy’s vast experience as a Veteran, Consultant, Advisor, and Subject Matter Expert, he discusses risk management and how his company, Hub International, helps clients manage risk across commercial, benefits, and personal risk insurance products. They also talk about cybersecurity insurance and the different ways companies are protecting themselves from cyber attacks.

  • Episode 46: with Mary-Beth Macaluso

    Episode 46: with Mary-Beth Macaluso

    S01 E46
    27:56

    Matthew talks with Mary, the CEO of Paynela, a company determined to stop the cost of medication from being a barrier of access for patients. Being a company founded just under a year ago, they discuss challenges and tips for starting a company in the cybersecurity sector, including the importance of finding a good partner to team up with and rely on.

  • Episode 45: with Chris Hale

    Episode 45: with Chris Hale

    S01 E45
    31:42

    Michael meets with Chris Hale, an IT expert and co-founder of Technology Response Team in Colorado. They discuss the importance of SMBs taking the steps to transition from managed services to managed security services. They also talk about staying ahead of emerging technologies being implemented by bad actors and Chris shares his thoughts on some tips to follow during October’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

  • Episode 44: with Michael and Matthew

    Episode 44: with Michael and Matthew

    S01 E43
    33:32

    Michael and Matthew meet to talk about the 20th year of Cybersecurity Awareness Month coming in October. They mention four simple steps both individuals and businesses can take to stay cyber-safe. They discuss recommendations including using multi-factor authentication, implementing a password manager, and give tips on how to create strong passwords.

  • Episode 43: with David Abodunrin

    Episode 43: with David Abodunrin

    S01 E43
    30:52

    Michael talks with David Abodunrin, who is the Cybersecurity Project Manager/Enterprise Agile Coach at Cybarik in Manchester, UK. They discuss all things information security, such as the cost of security, but also how essential it is to a business and how important awareness training is for every single employee at a company. They also explain why it’s not solely businesses that are susceptible to cyber attacks- individuals are just as vulnerable on their personal devices.