Lessons from the Front Lines: Cybersecurity Leadership in Manufacturing with Brandon Baker

Ken Griggs and Scott Alldridge Discuss Privacy, Trust, and Authenticity in Today’s Digital Landscape

In this episode of the Visible Ops podcast, host Scott Alldridge sits down with Ken Griggs, founder of Julia Social, to explore the growing need for privacy, trust, and authenticity in today’s digital landscape. Ken shares how his passion for self-sovereignty and secure peer-to-peer communication led him from blockchain development (including a standout project for the United Nations) to launching Julia Social. At the heart of the discussion is Julia Social’s first product, “Not Bot,” a privacy-first tool that lets users prove they’re human without giving up personal information. Ken explains how the company’s ethos, inspired by the character Julia from 1984, drives their mission to protect human agency online. The conversation also touches on key cybersecurity themes like Zero Trust and cryptographic identity, offering practical insight into how organizations can approach security in a more decentralized, privacy-conscious way.

Lew Parker and Scott Alldridge Discuss Healthcare Tech, Transparency & Cyber Risk

In this episode of the Visible Ops Podcast, Scott Alldridge sits down with Lew Parker, CTO at Arrive Health, to talk aboutinnovation at the intersection of healthcare, patient access, and cybersecurity. Lew shares how his team is using real-time data to bring cost transparency into the prescribing process, how they’re navigating AI risks in a conservative industry, and what it takes to earn and maintain trust inhealthcare IT. From High Trust certification to managing remote teams and vendor relationships, this episode covers what modern CTOs are facing in a rapidly changing environment.

Jeremi Rowland and Scott Alldridge Discuss Blending Technology, Security, and Infrastructure at Scale

In this episode of The VisibleOps Podcast, host Scott Alldridge welcomes Jeremi Rowland, Director of Information Technology at American Outdoor Brands, for a candid conversation about how IT, security, and infrastructure come together to support business goals in a fast-moving environment. Jeremi shares how his team keeps operations running smoothly across a broad range of brands while staying ahead of evolving risks. From the importance of ongoing security awareness training to the emerging challenges posed by rogue AI, this episode highlights the real-world tradeoffs IT leaders face when balancing innovation, security, and performance. If you want to hear how one leader keeps technology alignedwith business priority, without adding friction, this episode is for you.

Lessons from the Front Lines: Cybersecurity Leadership in Manufacturing with Brandon Baker

In this episode of the VisibleOps Podcast, host Scott Alldridge sits down with Brandon Baker, IT Director at Husky Corporation, to talk about what it takes to keep a manufacturing business secure and running smoothly. Brandon shares his experience leading IT at Husky, lessons learned from a major ransomware attack at a past company, and why building a security-conscious culture is just as important as having the right tools in place. From protecting legacy ERP systems to managing vendor risk and navigating AI’s role in cybersecurity, this is a candid look at how smaller businesses can hold their own in a high-stakes environment.

Kristi Edwards and Scott Alldridge Discuss Cybersecurity, AI, and Compassion in Senior Care

In this episode of the Visible Ops Podcast, host Scott Alldridge sits down with Kristi Edwards, owner of the Home Matters franchise on California’s Central Coast. Kristi shares her journey into senior care, driven by passion and purpose rather than profit, and the unique challenges her industry faces from technology gaps and rising demand to cybersecurity and HIPAA compliance. Together, they explore how AI is transforming caregiving, the digital threats facing older adults, and what it takes to build trust in a vulnerable population. Kristi’s insights reveal how innovation, empathy, and security must work hand-in-hand to meet the future of elder care head-on. Tune in to hear how one small business is navigating complexity with heart, strategy, and forward-thinking solutions.