Inside the Firewall: Building Cybersecurity Locally with Dan Gizzi

Inside the Firewall: Building Cybersecurity Locally with Dan Gizzi

In this episode ofiInside the Firewall, host Justin Starbird sits down with Dan Gazzi, Franchise Owner of CyberGlobal North Carolina. From a corporate layoff to launching a cybersecurity business, Dan shares his journey into entrepreneurship, how CyberGlobal’s franchise model empowers local experts, and why small businesses must take cyber threats seriously. Discover how localization, partnerships, and community outreach are redefining cybersecurity across North Carolina—and how investors are helping fuel CyberGlobal’s next growth stage through a live WeFunder campaign.z

Protecting the Businesses That Build Our Communities - Join CyberGlobal’s Mission to Safeguard SMBs

Join host Justin Starbird [https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinstarbird/] as he welcomes CyberGlobal USA CEO Ken Boyce [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-boyce-29527551/] and Co-founder Daniel Ciobanu [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciobanudaniel/] for a discussion surrounding their groundbreaking crowdfunding campaign.  Discover how CyberGlobal [https://cybergl.com/] is transforming cybersecurity for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) through a community-driven franchise model, aiming to establish 200 successful franchises worldwide within five years. In this episode, you'll learn: * Why CyberGlobal chose crowdfunding over traditional VC funding to build a network of passionate investors. * How their unique franchise model empowers local entrepreneurs to deliver affordable, enterprise-level cybersecurity to underserved SMBs. * The vision for leveraging AI and automation to shift from 80% manual to 80% automated operations, enhancing efficiency and protecting thousands more businesses. * The profound impact of investing in CyberGlobal—it's not just about profit, but about safeguarding communities and ensuring peace of mind for businesses everywhere. Tune in to understand how you can be part of a mission that's making a real difference in the fight against cyber threats. Learn more or invest today at wefunder.com/CyberGlobal [https://wefunder.com/CyberGlobal].

The First Cybersecurity Franchise in the U.S. with Ken Boyce

In this episode of Inside the Firewall, host Justin Starbird talks with Ken Boyce [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-boyce-29527551/], CEO of CyberGlobal USA [https://cybergl.com/] and a 30-year franchise veteran, about why CyberGlobal is building the first cybersecurity franchise [https://cybergl.com/locations/], and what that means for Main Street businesses. Ken shares how a simple LinkedIn message led him to join the team, why franchising is a smarter distribution model than a traditional corporate sales org, and how local ownership + global technical delivery makes enterprise-level protection accessible to small and mid-sized companies. Hear all about: * Risk & compliance, simplified: positioning cybersecurity like accounting or legal, reducing risk and meeting regulations. * AI’s impact: more attacks, more automation, and how CyberGlobal’s internal AI engine lowers costs and speeds response. * Scale with trust: the partner/reseller network (accountants, IT firms, agencies) that opens thousands of warm intros. * Growth vision: expanding from 14 U.S. territories to 40–50 franchisees, delivering consistent services across every market. If you’ve wondered how to protect your company without enterprise budgets, or how franchising can reinvent service delivery, this episode is for you.

Making Cybersecurity Local and Accessible with Andrei Pusoiu

In this episode of Inside the Firewall, host Justin Starbird sits down with Andrei Pusoiu [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreipusoiu/], Co-Founder and COO of CyberGlobal [https://cybergl.com/], to discuss how the world’s first cybersecurity franchise is reshaping access to enterprise-level security. Andrei shares the story of CyberGlobal’s eight-year journey, from a small cybersecurity operation to a global network with 30+ locations and 70+ partners, and why franchising became the key to reaching businesses of all sizes. The conversation explores: * Reimagining Cybersecurity: Why face-to-face relationships matter in a world of faceless digital threats. * Making Cybersecurity Accessible: How CyberGlobal brings enterprise-level expertise to small and mid-sized businesses through a unique franchise model. * Building a World-Class Team: The challenges of managing global operations, ensuring quality, and training new engineers to be world-class within months. * AI’s Double-Edged Sword: How artificial intelligence has both amplified cyber threats and unlocked new ways to deliver faster, more affordable security solutions. * The Future of CyberGlobal: Their ambitious goal to reach 200 locations worldwide and make high-quality cybersecurity available to everyone. Packed with insights, real-world examples (including rescuing a factory from a ransomware attack), and a candid look at how cyber threats are evolving, this episode is perfect for business leaders looking to understand what it takes to protect their digital footprint, and why having a trusted, local cybersecurity partner matters more than ever.

Navigating Global Cyber Threats with CyberGlobal CEO Daniel Ciobanu

On this episode of Inside the Firewall, host Justin Starbird welcomes Daniel Ciobanu [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciobanudaniel/], Co-Founder and CEO of CyberGlobal [https://cybergl.com/].  Daniel shares the vision behind CyberGlobal, the world's first global cybersecurity franchise [https://cybergl.com/locations/], which aims to provide accessible and high-quality cybersecurity services [https://cybergl.com/services/] to small and medium businesses, as well as enterprises, by combining local trusted advisors with global expertise. He discusses his 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, identifying the market gap for reliable and affordable solutions. The conversation dives deep into the evolving landscape of cyber threats, particularly with the use of AI and deepfake technology, highlighting the increasing sophistication and scale of attacks. Daniel explains how CyberGlobal leverages their own AI and automation, including their platform to enhance offensive cybersecurity measures like penetration testing and red teaming, allowing them to proactively protect clients. He emphasizes CyberGlobal's commitment to compliance with international standards like ISO and NIST, and its ability to detect global threat trends due to its cross-industry and worldwide operations.  The episode concludes with Daniel expressing his excitement for CyberGlobal's future, aiming for 200 global locations to empower entrepreneurs and secure businesses worldwide. Listen to the first episode of Inside the Firewall now!