CRN Channel Women in Security

Welcome to Channel Women in Security! CRNtv is connecting you with the industry leaders who are protecting you from the latest security threats. Join Cass Cooper as she highlights the expertise of women who are driving Innovation and solving today's toughest cyber challenges. Watch full video episodes and read more about the IT Channel Ecosystem on CRN.com.

CRN Channel Women in Security is a business podcast hosted by Cass Cooper, with 28 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Cass Cooper hosts CRN Channel Women in Security, a business show with 28 episodes published.

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  Episode #127

  Cybersecurity and Sales: Building Trust, Ambition, and Partner Success

  Jan 22, 202620 minS0

  <p>Key Takeaways</p><p>• Leadership is less about doing everything yourself and more about influence, clarity, and trust.</p><p>• Ambition is not a flaw. It is a strategic asset when paired with self-awareness.</p><p>• Strong partnerships are built on trust, consistency, and long-term thinking.</p><p>• Cybersecurity is ultimately about reducing risk so businesses can keep running.</p><p>• Real success shows up in partner adoption and customer retention, not just closed deals.</p><p>• Storytelling is critical for communicating value in complex technical environments.</p><p>• Relationship-building styles differ across regions, especially between North America and Latin America...

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  Episode #126

  Navigating Developer Trust in Cybersecurity

  Dec 18, 202514 minS0

  Carol Winqwist, CMO of GitGuardian, discusses the intersection of developer trust and enterprise security risks, the importance of building channel operations, and the balance between product-led growth and enterprise selling. She emphasizes the role of influencer strategies in cybersecurity and advocates for more women to join the field, addressing common challenges like imposter syndrome. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #125

  Empathy and Leadership in Cybersecurity with Commvault’s Field CTO Vidya Shankaran

  Dec 4, 202515 minS0

  Cass Cooper interviews Vidya Shankaran, Field CTO at Commvault, discussing the evolution of cybersecurity, particularly in the context of cloud security and risk management. They explore the shared responsibility model in cybersecurity, the role of AI, the importance of empathy in leadership, and the human cost of cyber attacks. Vidya emphasizes the need for continuous learning and the balance between innovation and protection in the cybersecurity landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #124

  Data Privacy, AI, and Compliance with Christine Neptune of Palo Alto Networks

  Nov 13, 202516 minS0

  <h3>Key Topics Covered</h3>The evolving role of legal teams in cybersecurityWhy data privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA matter for every businessHow to create AI addendums and data protection clauses in contractsThe growing need for governance and transparency in tech operationsHow to balance AI adoption with compliance and ethical responsibilityTips for aligning cybersecurity, legal, and product development strategies<p> </p><h3>Top Takeaways</h3>Legal and cybersecurity are now inseparable when it comes to protecting organizations.Transparency and compliance are the foundations of customer trust.Corporate leaders must clearly define how AI tools can be used safely and r...

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  Episode #123

  The Power of Soft-Skills in Cybersecurity

  Nov 5, 202516 minS0

  <p>Cass Cooper sits down with Addie Finch, Vice President of Channels at Cato Networks, to explore her inspiring career path from broadcast journalism to cybersecurity leadership.</p><p>Addie shares how storytelling and curiosity helped her break into tech and how those same skills now drive her success leading channel partners across the Americas. Together, Cass and Addie unpack how the cybersecurity landscape is shifting from point solutions to platform models and why future-proofing is no longer optional for today’s channel leaders.</p><p>This episode dives into:</p>The power of transferable skills when moving into techWhy so...

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