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First day leaving the house since stitches… and I’m feeling unstoppable. (Well, I showered, and that is a big step with one hand!) You know why? Because I got a call this morning that made it impossible to stay still! Another mental health institution impacted by malicious activity and this time, it traced back to an end user. That hit close to home! (Literally, same zip code.) I take serious pride in my community and the communities around me. When I hear things like this; I don’t sit back… I show up. So today, I’m grabbing my folders, packing some snacks (priorities 😄), and heading out to do what I can even if it’s just educating ONE person! If I can help one end user make a better decision, ask one more question, or avoid one risky click… my bucket is full. As Summit Orthopedic’s CISO said during our recent webinar: “It’s not a matter of if ... it’s a matter of when.” That’s exactly why education matters. Not just policies. Not just tools. People. If you’re local and want a quick, no-pressure educational drop-in, message me! I’d love to stop by and help however I can. Let’s keep our businesses and each other safe. (I know, and keep sharp objects away from my fingers, yes, yes, I am going to ride this one for a while. While me and my Caterpillar finger heal up! 🤣 ) #CyberSecurity #HIPAA #HealthcareSecurity #InfoSec #SecurityAwareness #CommunityFirst #Leadership #EndUserTraining #CyberAwareness #WomenInTech #StaySafe

Couldn’t be prouder of Isabella! Watching her earn her Clemson ring...after years of hard work, academic excellence, and even studying abroad in Germany and Paris, has been incredibly meaningful for our whole family. Biomedical Engineering is no easy path, and she’s taken it on with consistency and determination every single semester...maintaining the President’s and Dean’s List every semester!!! As she heads into her final year, Isabella is eager to gain hands-on experience through biotech or med-tech internships. If anyone in my network is looking for emerging engineering talent, I’d love to make an introduction. Congrats, Izzy. So proud of you 🐾

Your Mental Health Needs a Firewall Saturday morning. 7:00 AM. I sat down at my computer with a clear goal: Get my work done, then log off. But I know myself…. I know that trying to hit big goals on an empty battery is like leaving your infrastructure unprotected!! You might last a while, but eventually, the system crashes. So, I did something different. I listened to my needs. 2 hours of deep-work, goals hit. Then? I stood up. I walked away. I deep-cleaned the house. I took care of duties I haven't had time for. I took true self-care time. Why am I sharing this on a Saturday? Because cybersecurity isn't just about protecting your servers, your data, or your name it’s about protecting your employees and yourself! Just like we create redundant systems to protect infrastructure, we must create a protective environment for our mental health! Take the break. Set the boundary. Protect your energy. You can’t thrive, build, or do your best for others if your internal system is breached by burnout!! Create an environment where you feel calm, focused, and secure. Your best work comes when you take care of the "human" factor first! How are you protecting your peace this weekend? #Cybersecurity #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #WorkLifeBalance #Productivity #DigitalWellness #Leadership #Wellbeing

Have you heard about Christian Executive Fellowship , but never been? Have you been wanting to connect with a room full of like-minded Christian executives, but just have not found the right place? Let this be your invitation. I would love to have you join me as my guest for next Wednesday’s special Christian Executive Fellowship event! This is not a typical Christian Executive event. This month is a morning set apart for worship, Scripture, and genuine refreshment alongside executive leaders, entrepreneurs, and friends who are seeking to lead with faith and purpose! Most mornings start full. Full of pressure, decisions, responsibilities, and the weight of what everyone else needs from you. This morning is going to be different. Next Wednesday 22nd we will be gathering for one simple purpose: to worship, sit in the Word together, and make room for the Spirit to move. No pitch. No speaker. No agenda beyond that. Just a truly meaningful morning with some very special guests and a room full of leaders, Rick Walters Sr and Samuel Rodriguez 📸🎥🎙️ who understand the journey! If that sounds like something your heart has been needing, come with me. #CEF #ChristianExecutiveFellowship #ChristianLeadership #FaithAndBusiness #ExecutiveLeadership #ChristianEntrepreneurs #Leadership #Worship #MinnesotaEvents #BusinessLeaders #PurposeDrivenLeadership #FaithInBusiness