Overview:
Getting real buy-in from the board is one of the toughest challenges security leaders face. Even with solid metrics and a clear compliance story, the budget conversation stalls, the questions feel skeptical, and security ends up treated like a line item rather than a strategic priority. The problem usually isn't what gets reported, it's how. This webinar covers what separates security leaders who earn genuine board trust from those who simply check the reporting box, including how to translate technical risk into business language that resonates, how to anticipate the tough questions before they're asked, and how to build the kind of credibility that turns skeptical board members into engaged partners. Attendees will leave with sharper strategies for making every board interaction count, and for positioning security as a driver of business value rather than a cost to be managed.
Speaker BIO:
Jeffrey Torrance is SVP of the Virtual CISO practice with Compass IT Compliance. In this role, Jeffrey works with clients across all vertical markets to help them assess their information security programs and cyber-security initiatives in order to identify potential weaknesses and build a plan to help them mitigate their risks. Prior to joining Compass IT Compliance, Jeffrey served for 8 years as an Intelligence Specialist in the United States Navy where he made multiple deployments to the African, European, and Pacific theaters.
With over 30 years of experience in cybersecurity, including serving as a Chief Information Security Officer, Tommy Todd is a seasoned strategic leader known for driving security transformation, advancing risk management practices, and elevating program maturity. He has led high-performing teams, influenced industry policy, and provided expert guidance to organizations navigating complex challenges in cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and data protection.