Cyber Leadership and the Human Side of Incident Response

AI Adoption & Risk: Leading with Confidence Using the 4A Framework

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467914/fan_mail/new] Most organisations aren't failing at AI because the technology doesn't work – they're failing because they haven't built the right foundations for adoption. Helen Lipscombe and Gary Salters explore how the 4A Resilience Framework can guide leaders through strategic AI implementation while maintaining competitive advantage and organisational safety. This conversation reveals why lasting AI success starts with clarity of purpose, not technology deployment. Discover how to build structured approaches that harness AI's potential while preserving the critical thinking and human insight that drive true innovation. Links mentioned in this episode: Connect with Gary on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-salters-58420584/] Connect with Helen Lipscombe: Website: Resilience Continuity | UK [https://resiliencecontinuity.co.uk/] Enjoying the show? Follow, share, and leave a review to help more leaders build confidence before the crisis. Until next time, stay ready and stay resilient.

Cyber Leadership and the Human Side of Incident Response

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467914/fan_mail/new] When a cyber incident hits your organisation, it's not just an IT problem – it's a leadership challenge that can last weeks or months. Michala Liavaag explores why traditional tabletop exercises fall short and how leaders can build real resilience through gamified, emotionally engaging preparation that mirrors the psychological pressure of actual incidents. Michala Liavaag, Cybility Consulting founder and vCISO, blends 25 years of IT experience and a classical music background to create innovative, gamified cybersecurity programmes. Her work empowers organisations in healthcare, government, charity, and business to adopt more effective, creative security practices. Links mentioned in this episode: Cyber security for charities part 4: What does a good incident response look like [https://bit.ly/Cybility2ThirdSectorNCSChub] Our Cybersecurity Incident Response Team eXPerience (CSIRTxp) [https://cybility.co.uk/csirtxp]  My cybersecurity journey [https://bit.ly/ATaleOfTwoKeyboards] Contact Michala [https://bit.ly/m/michalal] Connect with Helen Lipscombe: Website: Resilience Continuity | UK [https://resiliencecontinuity.co.uk/] Enjoying the show? Follow, share, and leave a review to help more leaders build confidence before the crisis. Until next time, stay ready and stay resilient.

Building Resilience Through the Lens of Food Safety and Business Continuity

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467914/fan_mail/new] What happens when you take the rigorous safety standards of feeding 70 million people daily and apply them to business resilience? In this episode, Larry Coons, Manager of Enterprise Risk & Business Continuity at McDonald’s, reveals how the disciplines of food safety and organisational resilience share more DNA than you might expect. Larry demonstrates that the best business continuity professionals aren't just rule-followers – they're translators who help organisations see that resilience isn't about adding more work, it's about working smarter when things go wrong.   Connect with Helen Lipscombe: Website: Resilience Continuity | UK [https://resiliencecontinuity.co.uk/] Enjoying the show? Follow, share, and leave a review to help more leaders build confidence before the crisis. Until next time, stay ready and stay resilient.

The Mentor Mindset: Growing the Next Generation of Resilience Leaders

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467914/fan_mail/new] What does it take to grow the next generation of resilience leaders — and what role does mentorship play in building stronger, more confident teams? In this episode, Helen is joined by Sandra Bartley, a former business continuity professional who has journeyed from help desk supervisor to BCI-certified mentor and trainer. Sandra's story is a powerful reminder that resilience isn't just about plans and processes — it's about people. Together, Helen and Sandra explore how effective mentorship transforms not just technical skills, but confidence and professional identity. Sandra shares why making business continuity relatable is one of the most underrated skills in the sector, and how continuous learning networks and approachable mentoring relationships can change careers — and cultures. Whether you're an experienced resilience professional looking to give back, or a leader wanting to invest in your team's development, this episode is packed with practical insight. In this episode, you'll discover: * How Sandra moved from help desk supervisor to BCI-certified mentor * Why formal qualifications build both competence and confidence * The power of learning by doing alongside experienced practitioners * How to build supportive networks beyond your own organisation * Practical ways to make business continuity accessible for all Listen now, wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with Helen Lipscombe: Website: Resilience Continuity | UK [https://resiliencecontinuity.co.uk/] Enjoying the show? Follow, share, and leave a review to help more leaders build confidence before the crisis. Until next time, stay ready and stay resilient.

Beyond Risk Registers: Embedding Resilience into the Bones of Business

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467914/fan_mail/new] What does resilience really look like beyond buzzwords and risk registers? Caroline Field, Partner at PA Consulting and co-founder of the Centre for Whole Society Resilience, explores it is a strategic advantage for organisations and communities facing constant disruption. Drawing on her work across infrastructure, policy and leadership, Caroline shares practical ways to embed resilience into culture and move from rigid risk planning to adaptive, flexible thinking. Discover how resilient leadership enables teams not just to withstand shocks, but to evolve and thrive through them. Connect with Helen Lipscombe: Website: Resilience Continuity | UK [https://resiliencecontinuity.co.uk/] Enjoying the show? Follow, share, and leave a review to help more leaders build confidence before the crisis. Until next time, stay ready and stay resilient.