In this episode, hosts Ron and Chris are joined by Brian Contos, Chief Strategy Officer at Sevco to discuss his “movie-like” career trajectory and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity. With two IPOs and eight acquisitions under his career belt, Brian expresses his passion for startups and how getting out of his comfort zone transformed his business knowledge. The group also dives into the rise of artificial intelligence and how it will revolutionize the cybersecurity landscape.
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Impactful Moments:
00:00 - Intro
01:09 - Introducing Brian Contos
04:03 - Brian’s passion for startups
06:13 - Emerging tech & AI
07:50 - The intersection of AI & cybersecurity 
09:50 - The future impacts of AI
10:58 - How will AI enhance cybersecurity?
15:02 - Data assessment vs data integration
17:46 - Join our community!
18:48 - Getting out of your comfort zone
21:21 - Small touches lead to big finishes