Alysa Hutnik is the Chair of the Privacy and Information Security practice at Kelley Drye. She is one of the nation’s leading ad tech attorneys, active in the industry, and well-versed in the unique legal challenges faced by advertisers and data-focused companies. Alysa has spent the past two decades working with and growing Kelley Drye & Warren LLP, an Am Law 200 law firm of more than 350 lawyers and other professionals across the US. In this episode… Advertisers have a host of new and adva...
Apr 18, 2024•24 min
Jordan Smith is the VP of Privacy Compliance for Peloton Interactive and is responsible for their global privacy program. Before joining Peloton, Jordan built compliance and global data privacy programs for startups as well as publicly traded companies. Jordan’s resumé includes the development of policies for regulatory oversight, data privacy, fraud, brand safety, and social responsibility. He is a member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals and is a Certified Information P...
Apr 11, 2024•35 min
Owen Denby is the General Counsel of SecurityScorecard, a late stage VC backed cybersecurity company. He is a veteran of SaaS technology startups and a corporate M&A lawyer by training. Additionally, he is a Charter Member of TechGC — an independent, invitation-only, peer community for general counsels. In this episode… Every organization and business wants to increase their security, but how do you quantify the change? Security is a complex, multi-faceted topic where almost anything can go ...
Apr 04, 2024•26 min
Bill Piwonka is the Chief Marketing Officer for Exterro, a data risk management and privacy platform. Over the past 30 years, he has led marketing teams and initiatives spanning strategy, product marketing, product management, demand generation, and business development. As a semi-retired tech executive, he also spends his time as a philanthropist, mentor, and board member. In this episode… Data has become an all-consuming subject in business, with modern technology affording a comprehensive vie...
Mar 28, 2024•35 min
Titania Jordan is the Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Parent Officer of Bark Technologies, an online safety company that helps nearly seven million kids stay safe online and in real life. She is a renowned thought leader on digital parenting, contributing to pieces in The Wall Street Journal , Forbes , The New York Times , Huffington Post, USA Today, and many more. Titania is the author of Parenting in a Tech World , a bestseller featured in the 2020 documentary Childhood 2.0 . She founded Par...
Mar 21, 2024•34 min
Jay Averitt is the Senior Privacy Product Manager and a Privacy Engineer at Microsoft. He began his career as a software engineer and also attended law school, practicing for 10 years as a corporate attorney specializing in software license agreements. Jay was exposed to privacy during his time as an attorney and has since become an expert in the field. In this episode… The privacy space is filled with litigation and ethical deliberation; much of the conversation is fixated on policy rather than...
Mar 14, 2024•33 min
Keir Lamont is the Director for U.S. Legislation at the Future of Privacy Forum. In this position, he supports research and independent analysis concerning federal, state, and local consumer privacy laws and regulations. His background includes privacy and policy positions at The Ohio State University’s Moritz College of Law and the Computer & Communications Industry Association. In this episode… In the United States, there is a constant tension between federal and state laws. The intersecti...
Mar 07, 2024•45 min
Joe Toscano is the Founder and CEO of DataGrade, a technology company helping companies discover, analyze, and manage data privacy risk. He has advised US Attorney Generals on Facebook and Google antitrust cases, helped shape privacy law across multiple states, and worked with large organizations such as the World Economic Forum. In addition to his work at DataGrade, Joe was featured in the Netflix documentary The Social Dilemma , and he is an international keynote speaker known for his TEDx Tal...
Feb 29, 2024•39 min
Ben Brook is the CEO and Co-founder of Transcend, a company helping the world’s largest companies control their data by simplifying compliance, unlocking strategic growth, and improving business resilience. Prior to co-founding Transcend, Ben studied computer science, astrophysics, and neuroscience at Harvard University. Originally from Toronto, Canada, he is a passionate and award-winning filmmaker. In this episode… Privacy compliance is a necessity for businesses, but can often be a hindrance....
Feb 22, 2024•40 min
Jamal Ahmed is a Global Privacy Consultant at Kazient Privacy Experts and has been dubbed the "King of Data Protection" by the BBC. He is a passionate advocate for privacy rights and is the acclaimed author of the international #1 bestselling book The Easy Peasy Guide to the GDPR . He has transformed the complex world of data compliance into an accessible subject for everyone. In this episode… Privacy affects all fields of technology and business, but specializing in the subject can be particula...
Feb 15, 2024•30 min
Chris Voss is the CEO and Founder of The Black Swan Group, an organization that teaches strategies found in hostage negotiations and applies them to the business world. He is also the best-selling author of the book Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It . Prior to 2008, Chris was the Lead Negotiator for the FBI International Kidnapping Response as well as the FBI’s hostage negotiation representative for the National Security Council’s Hostage Working Group. Durin...
Feb 08, 2024•41 min
Karen McGee is the Chief Privacy Officer at Levi Strauss & Co., overseeing its privacy program and upholding the company’s principles. She specializes in translating intricate legal frameworks into manageable and legible systems. Karen’s preceding career includes Managing Privacy Counsel at Intel, CPO at LifeLock and General Counsel at ID Analytics. She was honored with the In-House Legal Adviser of the Year Award at the Women in Law Awards by Lawyer Monthly . In this episode… Company values...
Feb 01, 2024•32 min
Mike Hintze is a recognized expert in privacy and data protection with more than 20 years of experience in the field. He is a Member Partner at Hintze Law, a boutique firm that specializes in privacy and cybersecurity. Previously, Mike was the Chief Privacy Counsel at Microsoft, developing his expertise in data protection and privacy policy for over 18 years. He shares his knowledge as an Affiliate Instructor of Law at the University of Washington School of Law and a Senior Fellow of The Future ...
Jan 25, 2024•36 min
Andrew Kingman is the President of Mariner Strategies, a premier law firm where he specializes in privacy technology and cybersecurity issues in all 50 states at the legislative and Attorney General levels. As a public policy advocate with experience in compliance, Andrew brings a unique and substantive perspective to discussions on how to best increase consumer privacy protections while maintaining operational workability and cybersecurity protections for businesses. He is a nationally recogniz...
Jan 18, 2024•35 min
Robert Bateman is a freelance writer who creates privacy and data protection content for blogs, emails, articles, websites, reports, and white papers. He’s been an industry advocate since 2017 and has interviewed leading figures in the privacy field, including Max Schrems and Johnny Ryan. As a thought leader, Robert is a sought-after speaker and panelist for online and in-person privacy conferences, events, and webinars. Because of his thirst for knowledge and passion for privacy, Robert began p...
Jan 11, 2024•37 min
Sharon Bauer is a Lawyer and the Founder of Bamboo Data Consulting, a team of privacy consultants specializing in privacy, security, data strategy, and cutting-edge technology ethics work. As a consultant, she provides privacy solutions for various entities including retail, fintech, health, and education. Sharon is an expert in designing creative privacy programs solving hidden challenges for startups and international corporations. In addition to acting as a virtual chief privacy officer, IT W...
Jan 04, 2024•33 min
Noga Rosenthal is the Chief Privacy Officer and General Counsel at Ampersand, a data-driven TV advertising sales technology company. Noga possesses extensive expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive privacy programs and oversees the company’s privacy and legal initiatives. Before Ampersand, she served as Chief Privacy Officer at Epsilon, overseeing the company’s worldwide privacy, compliance, and regulatory activities. She also worked as General Counsel and Vice President for Compl...
Dec 14, 2023•33 min
Taylor Hersom is the Founder and CEO of Eden Data, a cybersecurity firm focusing on the next generation of businesses primed to build security and privacy into their DNA. A self-described cybersecurity compliance nerd, he’s passionate about building world-class cybersecurity programs for startups and beyond. Taylor began his career advising Fortune 500 companies on compliance and security at Deloitte before moving on to Renaissance Systems Inc. at RSI, where he was one of the youngest CISOs in t...
Dec 07, 2023•26 min
Jennifer Mitchell is a Partner and the Head of Privacy Governance and Technology Transactions at Baker Hostetler, a law firm specializing in digital risk advisory and cybersecurity, blockchain and digital assets, financial services, and more. Jennifer’s law career spans over 15 years with legal, compliance, and operations expertise. At Baker Hostetler, Jennifer provides business solutions to uphold evolving US state privacy laws in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation, HIPAA, a...
Nov 30, 2023•28 min
Olivia Rose is the Founder of Rose CISO Group, which offers virtual chief information security officer services, including assessments, boardroom and leadership communications, and event presentations. She has over 22 years of experience in the industry and has served as the CISO for Amplitude, Mailchimp, and QloudSecure. Before founding Rose CISO Group, Olivia sat on the board of directors at Cyversity, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing diversity in cybersecurity. Olivia has also shared her k...
Nov 16, 2023•36 min
Brian Haugli is the Co-founder and CEO of SideChannel, a cybersecurity company that provides cyber risk assessment and ensures cybersecurity compliance for mid-sized organizations. He is a 20-year industry veteran who’s led programs for the Department of Defense, the Pentagon, the Intelligence Community, and Fortune 500 companies. With expertise in NIST guidance, threat intelligence implementations, and strategic organization initiatives, Brian is a sought-after speaker and the host of the #CISO...
Nov 09, 2023•44 min
Al Raymond is the Privacy Compliance Officer at ZoomInfo Technologies, a powerful research and lead-generation tool used for sales, marketing, and talent acquisition. In his role, Al leads the assurance team, ensuring ZoomInfo maintains compliance with regulations, rules, and laws. He is a privacy compliance and data governance professional and 20-year veteran in customer data privacy, information security, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Al’s experience and skills have benefited pro...
Nov 02, 2023•37 min
Aaron Weller is the Leader of the Global Privacy Engineering Center of Excellence at HP, an international IT company developing personal computers, printers, and 3D printing solutions. Aaron provides technical leadership for privacy engineering, enablement, and experience for HP’s global operations. As a seasoned privacy and information security veteran, Aaron has offered his knowledge and experience as a department head for various companies, including PwC and Blueprint. He is also a Co-founder...
Oct 26, 2023•26 min
Keith Novak is the Co-founder and CISO at Intentional Cybersecurity, an advisory firm supporting clients with cyber risk needs using penetration testing, control validation, and cyber due diligence. Keith drives the company’s growth and success by delivering high-value cybersecurity advisory assessments. A seasoned veteran in the industry, he’s worked with clients in all sectors and verticals. Before founding Intentional Cybersecurity, Keith led the global cyber risk advisory and strategy practi...
Oct 19, 2023•36 min
Pedro Pavón is the Global Director of Monetization, Privacy, and Fairness at Meta, the tech company behind Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Threads. In addition to providing legal counsel and advocating for data privacy, data protection, fairness, and algorithmic transparency, Pedro leads a team of lawyers and policy professionals. Beyond his responsibilities at Meta, Pedro teaches privacy and information security law at the Georgia State University College of Law. Pedro is a thought leader and...
Oct 12, 2023•39 min
Nia Castelly is the Co-founder and Legal Lead at Checks, a Google-backed privacy platform that uses AI to simplify privacy compliance for developers. Before Checks, Nia spent nearly five years as a legal advisor for Google Play’s Developer Console, Policy, and Operations teams. Nia is an entrepreneur and supporter of early-stage startups, serving as an Angel Investor at the Black Angel Group and as a Limited Partner at How Women Invest. In this episode… In the early 2000s, Apple trademarked the ...
Oct 05, 2023•23 min
Roderic Deichler is the Co-founder and Chief Security Officer at AfterDark, a boutique blockchain security company delivering white glove services, such as smart contract advising, pentesting, and security advising. Roderic founded the company to fill the security gap in Web3. Before AfterDark, he led pentesting at Mandiant and smart contract audits at Coinbase and OpenZeppelin. Roderic discovered his enthusiasm for cybersecurity while studying computer science at UC Santa Barbara and competing ...
Sep 28, 2023•25 min
Mark Webber is the US Managing Partner of Fieldfisher, a London-based international law firm with offices in Europe, the US, and China. An English lawyer living in the Silicon Valley, Mark oversees the firm’s US operations. As a recognized leader in privacy law with extensive experience working with the world's leading technology companies, Mark is known for finding innovative solutions to complex legal challenges. At Fieldfisher, Mark has been instrumental in establishing, nurturing, and expand...
Sep 21, 2023•35 min
Riley Hughes is the Co-founder and CEO of Trinsic, a reusable identity infrastructure provider. Riley educates and trains businesses on the benefits of using Trinsic to improve the identity verification processes within their products, improving privacy and the user experience. As a pioneer in the decentralized identity community, Riley has spearheaded privacy-preserving technologies, such as identity wallets and verifiable credentials eligible to the masses. Before Trinsic, he honed his skills ...
Sep 12, 2023•37 min
Tim Lupinacci is the Chairman and CEO at Baker Donelson, one of the largest US law firms — composed of 650 attorneys and public policy advisors — representing over 30 practice areas. Under his tutelage, Tim led the firm through organizational reconstruction, growth, and the COVID-19 pandemic. He chaired the Financial Services Department and the Women’s Pathways to Leadership Committee and was a Diversity & Inclusion Committee board member. A self-professed “leadership junkie,” Tim continuous...
Sep 07, 2023•26 min
