Fortify your Future with Ken Carrasco

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Welcome to Fortify your Future, a podcast for leaders tasked with the oversight of safety and security at your organization. Hosted by Ken Carrasco, a 20+ year Security Executive, Trusted Risk Advisor, and Industry Speaker. Tune in to strengthen your safety and security posture, learn from seasoned professionals, and keep up with technology accelerating business resilience. Each episode delivers actionable advice on risk management, crisis response, workplace safety, or performance/career management for security professionals. Subscribe now and fortify your organization's future!

  1. Jun 15

    Security Leaders Must Think Like Business Leaders with Alvar Orellana McBride

    Ken Carrasco sits down with Alvar Orellana McBride, CPP, CEO of Griffin Risk and former security leader at Google, DHL, and DiDi, to discuss ESRM, Security 360, operational resilience, business continuity, executive influence, and the future of security leadership. A must-listen for security professionals seeking executive impact and aspiring CSOs. Connect with Alvar Orellana McBride:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvar-orellana-mcbride-cpp/Website: https://www.griffinrm.com/

    40 min

  2. Jun 1

    Trust, Loyalty & Insider Risk with Christopher Burgess

    In this episode of Fortify Your Future, Ken Carrasco sits down with Christopher Burgess, former CIA officer, former Senior Security Advisor at Cisco, author, and insider risk expert, for a discussion on trust, loyalty, organizational culture, and the evolving nature of insider risk. Christopher challenges conventional thinking around insider threat programs and explains why insider risk is often a leadership and organizational coherence issue rather than simply a security or technology problem. Together they explore: • The difference between trust and loyalty• Insider risk and organizational culture• Leadership blind spots• Organizational coherence and workforce alignment• Behavioral indicators and trustworthiness• Hybrid work and workforce volatility• AI and insider risk• Executive responsibility for organizational resilience This conversation is designed for corporate security leaders, CISOs, executive protection professionals, HR leaders, risk managers, legal professionals, and executives responsible for building resilient organizations. About Christopher Burgess: Christopher Burgess is a former CIA officer, former Senior Security Advisor at Cisco, author, speaker, and recognized expert in insider risk, organizational trust, and security leadership. Connect with Christopher on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgessc/ Articles by Christopher Burgess:https://www.csoonline.com/article/4064326/coherence-insider-risk-strategys-new-core-principle.htmlhttps://www.csoonline.com/article/4127687/the-blind-spot-every-ciso-must-see-loyalty.htmlhttps://www.burgessct.com/christopher-burgess-articles/ Fortify Your Future features executive-level conversations focused on security leadership, risk management, crisis management, executive protection, workplace violence prevention, and organizational resilience. Follow Fortify Your Future on Spotify to receive new episodes every week.

    1h 5m

  3. May 18

    Leading Global Security Operations with Robert Dodge

    In this episode of Fortify Your Future, Ken Carrasco speaks with Robert Dodge, CEO of Prosegur Global Risk Services, about corporate security leadership, crisis management, workplace violence prevention, and the future of global risk operations. Robert shares lessons from leading enterprise security operations across more than 90 countries, including leadership during critical incidents, managing global teams, and how AI is shaping the future of security operations. Topics include:• Corporate security leadership• Executive protection• Workplace violence prevention• Crisis management• Enterprise risk management• Security career development• AI in security operations Fortify Your Future is a leadership-focused podcast for professionals responsible for safety, security, organizational resilience, and executive risk oversight. Connect with Robert Dodge on LinkedIn: Robert L. Dodge | LinkedIn

    35 min

  4. May 4

    Neill Marshall and Kurt Mosley - The First 90 Days Secret That Turns New Leaders into Long-Term Successes

    On this episode of Fortify Your Future with Ken Carrasco, an interview with Neill Marshall and Kurt Mosley.Most leaders overlook the power of their first 90 days but what if this critical window determines your entire leadership legacy? In this eye-opening episode of Fortify Your Future, Neil Marshall and Kurt Mosley reveal how top executives leverage symbolic acts, deep listening, and strategic visibility to build earned authority from day one.We break down actionable frameworks, such as the importance of symbolic wins, and exploring "earned authority", the trust built through consistent behavior rather than titles. Discover the subtle but powerful leadership moves, from walking the floors to personal visibility, that can make you unforgettable in your new role.This episode is perfect for emerging leaders, seasoned executives stepping into new roles, or anyone looking to transform first impressions into sustained trust and influence. If you believe leadership is built through moments that define your reputation, you’ll find practical tips, inspiring stories, and a clear path forward. Connect with Neill Marshall on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/neillmars... Connect with Kurt Mosley on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurt-mosl... Get your FREE E-Books with coupon code mentioned in podcast:https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com /https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/l/qapkoe https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/l/vfeeii

    35 min

  5. Apr 20

    Sebastian Prooth - The Hidden Barrier to Security Success: Breaking Down Organizational Silos

    On this episode of Fortify Your Future with Ken Carrasco, an interview with Sebastian Prooth:Most security leaders are overwhelmed by data, working tirelessly but struggling to leverage it for real business impact. Sebastian Prooth reveals how security teams can turn their mountain of information into strategic intelligence that drives proactive decision-making and how ignoring this opportunity risks falling behind in a rapidly evolving industry.Sebastian Prooth is a program management and security leader with over a decade of experience running large, complex operations across tech, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure. Over the years, he’s led global security programs, managed teams of hundreds, and overseen portfolios worth tens of millions of dollars—but at the core, he’s someone who cares about getting the fundamentals right and making things actually work in the real world. Connect with Sebastian on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianprooth/ Get your FREE E-Books with coupon code mentioned in podcast:https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/l/qapkoe?layout=profilehttps://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/l/vfeeii?layout=profile

    26 min

  6. Apr 13

    Phillip Moldoff - Empowering Security: From Cost Center to Business Enabler

    This interview on "Fortify Your Future" features Ken Carrasco and Phillip Moldoff discussing the evolving role of physical security in organizations. Phillip, a seasoned security professional, emphasizes the importance of being a business enabler rather than just a cost center. He highlights the need for strong networking, the integration of technology, and the strategic use of data to demonstrate the value of security programs. The conversation also touches on the significance of mentorship, the transition from public to private sectors, and the future of security with AI and technology consolidation. Phillip shares insights on aligning security objectives with business goals and the importance of storytelling in communicating security's impact. The discussion is rich with practical advice for professionals looking to advance in the security field. Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: Phillip Moldoff | LinkedIn

    32 min

  7. Mar 20

    Special #Podcasthon Episode - Interview with Jeff Brown

    Today’s episode is very special, not just because of theoutstanding guest who I’m interviewing but because Fortify Your Future is very happy to participate in the 4th edition of Podcasthon! http://www.podcasthon.org In this episode, cybersecurity expert Jeff Brown shares insights on the convergence of cyber and physical security, the path to becoming a CISO, and the importance of communication, adaptability, and mentorship in cybersecurity leadership. Jeffrey W. Brown is a cybersecurity expert with over 28 years of experience securing some of the world’s largest financial institutions including Citigroup, Goldman Sachs and BNY Mellon. He was the first Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the State of Connecticut, where he built a centralized cybersecurity program across all agencies and developed a comprehensive “whole of state” cybersecurity strategy. Currently, at Microsoft, Jeff continues his mission to protect organizations as the Chief Cybersecurity Advisor for financial services. Jeff has authored numerous articles and publications. His latest book, Leading the Digital Workforce, was published in June 2023 by CRC Press. He is a frequent speaker at industry events and conferences and serves as a board advisor for iQ4, Filtar.AI and Pace University. Jeff holds a B.A. and an M.S. from Pace University and multiple industry certifications, including CISSP-ISSMP, CISM, CRISC, PMP, and NACD.DC. Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn:  / jeffreywbrown   Leading the Digital Workforce: IT Leadership Peak Performance and Agility (Jeffrey W. Brown):https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Digita... The Security Leader’s Communication Playbook: Bridging the Gap between Security and the Business (Jeffrey W. Brown): https://www.amazon.com/dp/0367570017 Get your FREE eBook, discount code mentioned in the podcast:https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/

    27 min

  8. Mar 13

    Cyril Rayan - SB 553 Compliance and Beyond: Building Safer Workplaces

    In this episode, Cyril Rayan, founder and CEO of Resiligence, shares insights on workplace violence prevention, the impact of SB 553 regulations, and innovative technologies like AI and video analytics to enhance safety. Discover practical strategies for organizations of all sizes to proactively protect their teams and communities.Connect with Cyril on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyrilrayan/Get your FREE eBook, discount code mentioned in the podcast:https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/

    34 min
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Welcome to Fortify your Future, a podcast for leaders tasked with the oversight of safety and security at your organization. Hosted by Ken Carrasco, a 20+ year Security Executive, Trusted Risk Advisor, and Industry Speaker. Tune in to strengthen your safety and security posture, learn from seasoned professionals, and keep up with technology accelerating business resilience. Each episode delivers actionable advice on risk management, crisis response, workplace safety, or performance/career management for security professionals. Subscribe now and fortify your organization's future!

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