Soulful CXO explores the intersection of technology, business, and humanity. Each episode features a thoughtful conversation with leaders who share real stories about navigating cybersecurity, leadership pressures, and personal growth. Hosted by Dr. Rebecca Wynn, a renowned CISO and cybersecurity expert, the show invites listeners to reflect on how intention, purpose, and values shape the way we lead. Through candid insights and vulnerable moments, guests reveal the challenges they have faced,...
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Privacy by Design: Why Always in Battle Mode

Jan 27th, 2026 3:30 PM

Episode Summary:In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn sits down with Dr. Ann Cavoukian, world-renowned privacy expert and creator of Privacy by Design (PbD), as well as Executive Director of the Global Privacy and Security by Design Centre.They discuss:· The principles of Privacy by Design and how it aims to proactively prevent privacy harms.· The challenges posed by AI, smart cities, and data brokers in protecting personal information.· Why CPOs should report directly to the CEO to elevate privacy as a priority within organizations.· How to handle the data privacy challenges presented by emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing.· The importance of encryption, scrubbing personal identifiers, and ensuring data consent for future-proofing privacy.This episode provides essential insights for executives, technology leaders, and privacy advocates committed to securing data in today’s digital world.SponsorProduced in partnership with Click Solutions Group — providing cybersecurity leadership, strategy, and technology solutions for modern enterprises.Learn more: ClickSolutionsGroup.com🎧 Listen NowApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/49vptbySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DJ67GCpreXLgy2VSa5Ire✉️ Subscribe to the Soulful CXO Insights Newsletterhttps://lnkd.in/gY76RASc📺 Follow the Soulful CXO YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@soulfulcxo🔗 Connect on LinkedInDr. Rebecca Wynn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/RebeccaWynnCISSPSoulful CXO: https://www.linkedin.com/company/soulfulcxoDr. Ann Cavoukian: https://x.com/AnnCavoukianDr. Ann Cavoukian :https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-cavoukian-ph-d-3a78809/ GPS Design Centre : https://gpsbydesigncentre.com/Resources / References• ISO 31700-1:2023 Privacy by Design for Consumer Goods and Services https://www.iso.org/standard/84977.htmlSupportBuy Me a CoffeeHashtags#SoulfulCXO #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership #Integrity #Audit #Cybersecurity #RiskManagement #CISO #Privacy #PrivacyByDesign #BusinessEthics #ISO31700 #GDPR

The Moral Compass of Great Leaders

Dec 9th, 2025 4:00 PM

Episode Summary:In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn sits down with Terry Grafenstine, Chief Audit Executive and EVP at Pentagon Federal Credit Union (PenFed) and past Chair of the IIA Global Board of Directors. They discuss:• Leading with integrity and a strong moral compass in high-stakes environments• Balancing risk, relationships, and business realities• Communicating audit and cybersecurity risks to senior executives• Preventing burnout and building resilient teamsThis episode provides practical strategies for leaders navigating complex decisions while maintaining ethics, performance, and long-term impact.SponsorProduced in partnership with Click Solutions Group — providing cybersecurity leadership, strategy, and technology solutions for modern enterprises.Learn more: ClickSolutionsGroup.com🎧 Listen NowApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/49vptbySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DJ67GCpreXLgy2VSa5Ire✉️ Subscribe to the Soulful CXO Insights Newsletterhttps://lnkd.in/gY76RASc📺 Follow the Soulful CXO YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@soulfulcxo🔗 Connect on LinkedInDr. Rebecca Wynn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/RebeccaWynnCISSPSoulful CXO: https://www.linkedin.com/company/soulfulcxoTerry Grafenstine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tgrafenstine/PenFed: https://www.penfed.org/Resources / References• Adapting Without Compromising Integrity: A Leadership Lesson in Security & Politicshttps://www.linkedin.com/pulse/adapting-without-compromising-integrity-leadership-wynn-soulful-cxo-pgpmc/• How to Be Successful in Navigating a New Organizationhttps://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-successful-navigating-new-organization-dr-rebecca-qgquc/SupportBuy Me a CoffeeHashtags#SoulfulCXO #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership #Integrity #Audit #Cybersecurity #RiskManagement #CISO #BurnoutPrevention #Resilience #BusinessEthics #CareerGrowth #WominInTech

Career Moves: Vetting Your Next Leadership Role

Oct 21st, 2025 3:00 PM

Episode Summary:In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn sits down with Jack Leidecker, Chief Information Security Officer at Gong, a leading revenue intelligence platform. They discuss:Challenges CISOs face in communicating cybersecurity needs to business leadersHow to select projects that deliver real business valueWriting effective business cases and navigating misaligned security strategiesIdentifying red flags when vetting leadership rolesThis episode provides actionable insights for cybersecurity leaders looking to align career moves with long-term success and business impact.SponsorProduced in partnership with Click Solutions Group — providing cybersecurity leadership, strategy, and technology solutions for modern enterprises.Learn more: ClickSolutionsGroup.com🎧 Listen NowApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/49vptbySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DJ67GCpreXLgy2VSa5Ire✉️ Subscribe to the Soulful CXO Insights Newsletterhttps://lnkd.in/gY76RASc📺 Follow the Soulful CXO YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@soulfulcxo🔗 Connect on LinkedInDr. Rebecca Wynn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/RebeccaWynnCISSPSoulful CXO: https://www.linkedin.com/company/soulfulcxoJack Leidecker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackleidecker/Resources / ReferencesAdapting Without Compromising Integrity: A Leadership Lesson in Security & PoliticsSustaining a Feedback Culture: Advanced Techniques and Real-Life ExamplesHow to Be Successful in Navigating a New OrganizationSupportBuy Me a CoffeeHashtags#SoulfulCXO #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership #Cybersecurity #CISO #Technology #Business #CareerGrowth #SecurityStrategy #Resiliency

Leadership Struggle: Habits that Protect Your Energy

Sep 2nd, 2025 3:00 PM

Episode Summary:In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn speaks with Jason Elrod, Chief Information Security Officer for MultiCare Health System, a healthcare organization in the Pacific Northwest. They discuss:How early programming experience and a people-first mindset helped Jason rise to leadership without a traditional college degreeBalancing ambition with energy and habits for long-term successThe importance of clear communication, setting boundaries, and taking time off to avoid burnoutChallenges with common hiring practices in cybersecurity and advice for those breaking into the fieldThis episode is a reminder that protecting your energy is essential to effective leadership.SponsorProduced in partnership with Click Solutions Group — providing cybersecurity leadership, strategy, and technology solutions for modern enterprises.Learn more: ClickSolutionsGroup.com🎧 Listen NowApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/49vptbySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DJ67GCpreXLgy2VSa5Ire✉️ Subscribe to the Soulful CXO Insights Newsletterhttps://lnkd.in/gY76RASc📺 Follow the Soulful CXO YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@soulfulcxo🔗 Connect on LinkedInDr. Rebecca Wynn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/RebeccaWynnCISSPSoulful CXO: https://www.linkedin.com/company/soulfulcxoJason Elrod: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejasonelrod/Resources / ReferencesAdapting Without Compromising Integrity: A Leadership Lesson in Security & PoliticsSustaining a Feedback Culture: Advanced Techniques and Real-Life ExamplesHow to Be Successful in Navigating a New OrganizationSupportBuy Me a CoffeeHashtags#SoulfulCXO #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership #Cybersecurity #CISO #Technology #Business #CareerGrowth #SecurityStrategy #Resiliency

Leading Without Losing Yourself

Aug 5th, 2025 3:00 PM

Episode Summary:In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn speaks with Avani Desai, CEO and President of Schellman & Company, a leading CPA firm specializing in technology and security assessments. They discuss:Avani’s journey from growing up as the daughter of Indian immigrants to leading a top 100 accounting firmBuilding a successful career without compromising identity, values, or personal lifeThe importance of mentorship, prioritization, and staying aligned with purposeLeading in male-dominated industries while remaining authentic and creating space for othersThis episode is a powerful reminder that leadership begins with self-awareness and a clear sense of what truly matters.SponsorProduced in partnership with Click Solutions Group — providing cybersecurity leadership, strategy, and technology solutions for modern enterprises.Learn more: ClickSolutionsGroup.com🎧 Listen NowApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/49vptbySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DJ67GCpreXLgy2VSa5Ire✉️ Subscribe to the Soulful CXO Insights Newsletterhttps://lnkd.in/gY76RASc📺 Follow the Soulful CXO YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@soulfulcxo🔗 Connect on LinkedIn / SocialDr. Rebecca Wynn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/RebeccaWynnCISSPSoulful CXO: https://www.linkedin.com/company/soulfulcxoAvani Desai: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avanidesai/Avani on Twitter: https://twitter.com/avanidesaiResources / ReferencesRoadmap for Assessing and Selecting Generative AISchellman BlogMyCryptoAlert AppSupportBuy Me a CoffeeHashtags#SoulfulCXO #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership #Cybersecurity #CISO #Technology #Business #CareerGrowth #SecurityStrategy #Resiliency

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