Breaking Through in Cybersecurity Marketing

Breaking Through in Cybersecurity Marketing

Cybersecurity marketer, we've got your back! Created by the Cybersecurity Marketing Society, the Breaking Through in Cybersecurity Marketing podcast shares the stories, successes, and failures of marketers in this fast-paced and constantly changing industry. Listen to learn, laugh, and improve your cybersecurity marketing game! New episodes every Wednesday.

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Recent Episodes

Ep 140 | 10.23.24

The Art of Tech Podcasting: Insights from IT Pro’s Podcasters Rory Bathgate and Jane McCallion

Today’s episode feels like a stroll through a cute British seaside town—full of charm, surprises, and a little podcast mischief! We’re joined by the voices behind the IT Pro Podcast—Rory Bathgate, Features & Multimedia Editor, and Jane McCallion, Managing Editor, to chat about all things tech, journalism, and podcasting. These two aren’t just tech experts; they have that unique podcaster vibe that makes every story more interesting. Rory and Jane will discuss the intersection of technology and journalism, discussing how tech affects reporting and content creation. They touch on the challenges and benefits of podcasting, including audience engagement and the technical side of producing episodes. The conversation also covers social media’s role in news dissemination and the importance of podcasts in educating listeners on tech advancements. They also share their perspectives on new technologies like AI and cybersecurity, especially the need for ethical journalism in tech. This episode isn’t just for tech enthusiasts and storytellers—it’s also a great listen for anyone considering starting a podcast. You'll get everything from behind-the-scenes laughs to insights on tech reporting—with that signature British cheekiness and humor.

Ep 139 | 10.16.24

Two Podcasters & Endless OSINT Gold with Aubrey Byron and Shannon Ragan

What happens when two podcasters sit down… on another podcast? We’re so excited to be joined by an amazing duo—Aubrey Byron, Content Marketing Manager, and Shannon Ragan, Director of Content Marketing at Authentic8. They are also co-hosts from the Needlestack Podcast. These two content marketing powerhouses take us behind the scenes of building a successful podcast that uncovers the secrets of open-source intelligence (OSINT), sharing stories of landing big-name guests, and why the world of government marketing is like navigating through an “iron curtain.” And just when you think you’ve heard it all, Shannon drops an unexpected bombshell about her future plans! Tune in for all the tips, creative inspiration, and of course, a dash of the unexpected.

Ep 138 | 10.9.24

9 Exits and Counting: CMO Varun Kohli’s Framework for Success (and for Getting on the Today Show!)

Let's hear the audience clap for our next guest! Ever wonder how a cybersecurity CMO gets featured on shows like the Today Show? Varun Kohli, CMO of Cequence Security, shares exactly how he did it. But it's not just about the applause. Kohli dives deep into how combining data with storytelling helped him achieve success across nine exits in his career. He also introduces his strategic "IMPP" framework—focusing on Investors, Market Size, People, and Product—which has been key to his impressive track record. This episode is packed with real marketing tips and lessons every cybersecurity marketer can learn from.

Ep 137 | 10.2.24

Taylor Swift. Cookware. Threat Research & Marketing.

What do Taylor Swift and Telegram have in common? Surprisingly, they are both prime targets for today’s most sophisticated scammers. In this episode, we chat with Nati Tal, Head of Guardio Labs and Sharon Blatt Cohen, Head of Marketing Communications from Guardio, who reveal how deep-fake ads featuring Taylor Swift are used to sell fake cookware, and how they went undercover on Telegram to discover just how easy it is to launch a full-scale phishing scam in less than a day. From pop culture to cutting-edge cybersecurity, this episode takes you behind the scenes of the dark world of online threats and shows how Guardio is staying one step ahead of scammers...and marketing that fact! Buckle up—this one’s a wild ride!

Ep 136 | 9.25.24

CISO-Led Content & Marketing-Generated Leads with Lauren Koppelman

We’ve got one of the coolest marketers in cybersecurity joining us this week—Lauren Koppelman, Senior Global Campaign Manager at Fortinet after a recent acquisition. Lauren will be taking us behind the scenes of the popular video series CISO on the Street and sharing the creative, data-driven strategies that fuel her success. From how niche Linux security content helped drive high-quality leads to how her cold lead nurture campaign re-engaged enterprise accounts, Lauren breaks down the tactics that work. She also shares how she refined keyword strategies to avoid bad-fit leads and crafted emails that grab the attention of even the most skeptical cybersecurity pros. This episode is packed with practical tips for any marketer looking to stand out in the cybersecurity world!

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Breaking Through in Cybersecurity Marketing
Host(s)
Gianna Whitver
Maria Velasquez
Gianna Whitver is Co-Founder and CEO of the Cybersecurity Marketing Society and Co-Host of the BreakingThrough in Cybersecurity Marketing Podcast.

Gianna advises on marketing & GTM for cybersecurity and technology companies. She speaks publicly on marketing and entrepreneurial topics, having presented at RSA Conference 365, (ISC)2, InfoSec World, and others. Previously, she worked in marketing and operations at cybersecurity, tech, and commercial RE companies.
Maria Velasquez is Co-Founder of the Cybersecurity Marketing Society and Co-Host of the Breaking Through in Cybersecurity Marketing Podcast. On a mission to change the way cyber marketing is done, she is focused on truly being embedded within the security community.

She is also NetSPI's Director of Demand Generation, spearheading growth for their pentesting-as-a-service. Maria previously worked at Owl Cyber Defense, Kasada, Unibuddy, and Feroot.
Schedule: Weekly Wednesdays at 3am ET
Credits: Thanks to our editors, producers, and all-hands team: Jen VanAntwerp, Busiswa Mahonono, and Nicole Lacanilao.
Creator: Cybersecurity Marketing Society
Cybersecurity Marketing Society