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We’ve all heard the team ‘digital transformation’, but what does it really mean? The Presidio Digital Decode series provides the starting point to begin your organization's digital transformation. Through real...
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We’ve all heard the team ‘digital transformation’, but what does it really mean? The Presidio Digital Decode series provides the starting point to begin your organization's digital transformation. Through real discussions with forefront tech innovators - from CTOs to solutions architects — listeners will learn how to apply technology of the future to solve the problems of today.
Join us as our expert guests share how they’re leveraging advanced technology to tap into the limitless power of a digital future.
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Join us as our expert guests share how they’re leveraging advanced technology to tap into the limitless power of a digital future.
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27 JAN 2026 · A new year brings new cyber risks, and 2026 will move faster than most security teams are built to handle. From agentic AI to deepfakes, the old playbook is already getting outdated.
Host Allec Brust is joined by Presidio CISOs Dan Lohrmann and Mike Brown to break down the 2026 cybersecurity outlook and what leaders should prioritize now. They pull insights from 125 industry reports, spotlight the trends showing up across top vendor forecasts, and translate what it all means for security roadmaps, investments, and day-to-day defense.
In this episode:
- The biggest 2026 trends, including agentic AI attacks, deepfake-driven social engineering, and automated ransomware
- Why identity is becoming the new perimeter, and how zero trust is shifting into the browser
- What’s next for post-quantum security, plus data chain-of-custody strategies to restore trust in what’s real
Links:
- https://www.govtech.com/blogs/lohrmann-on-cybersecurity/the-top-26-security-predictions-for-2026-part-2
- https://www.govtech.com/blogs/lohrmann-on-cybersecurity/the-top-26-security-predictions-for-2026-part-1
- https://www.presidio.com/blogs/2026-cybersecurity-predictions/
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21 OCT 2025 · The old way of managing networks cannot keep up with today’s scale, speed, and threats. Cisco’s latest updates pair real-time analytics with automation so teams can work proactively, not just react.
Host Allec Brust sits down with Presidio’s Andy Richter, Mark Cardwell, and Britny Bolton to unpack what Cisco announced at Cisco Live 2025 and why it matters. They break down AI for networking vs. networking for AI in plain language, how Meraki’s dashboard brings agentic operations to day-to-day work, and where security and visibility features like ThousandEyes and Cyber Vision change the game. The crew also covers modernization paths that unlock zero trust and OT visibility without adding GPU farms.
In this episode:
- AI for networking vs. networking for AI, explained simply and tied to licensing, not GPU requirements
- How Catalyst 9300/9350 class switches and the Meraki dashboard enable automation, faster troubleshooting, and proactive detection
- Why a one-for-one swap is not enough, and how zero trust at the access layer and OT visibility with Cyber Vision improve resilience and scale
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30 JUN 2025 · As live sports, entertainment, and digital media continue to converge, broadcasters and content owners are under pressure to deliver more personalized and immersive experiences. The traditional one-size-fits-all broadcast model no longer meets the expectations of modern fans.
This week, host Allec Brust is joined by Neerav Shah, Managing Principal of Industry Solutions at Presidio, and Jason Dvorkin, Head of Industry Specialist Business Development at AWS. Together, they explore Presidio Captivate, a modular cloud-based platform that helps organizations unlock new ways to deliver, personalize, and monetize content across sports and media.
They discuss how teams, leagues, universities, and content owners are using Captivate to expand reach, improve engagement, and create new revenue streams through automation, real-time analytics, and custom experiences.
In this episode:
- How shifting viewer behavior is changing the fan experience
- What it takes to turn archived or in-venue footage into digital content
- How personalization supports NIL deals, betting platforms, and international fan engagement
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8 APR 2025 · As digital infrastructure grows more complex, organizations are under pressure to gain clearer visibility into how their systems are performing—and whether they’re secure. With Cisco’s acquisition of Splunk and Presidio’s recent acquisition of Kinney Group, the focus is shifting toward proactive observability and practical AI adoption.
This week, host Allec Brust is joined by https://www.linkedin.com/in/jkkinney/, founder of Kinney Group and leader of Presidio’s Splunk Solutions Practice, and https://www.linkedin.com/in/coryminton/, Field CTO of Splunk Practice at Cisco. Together, they break down how these shifts are helping teams apply data more effectively and move from reactive repair to proactive care.
In this episode, we discuss:
- How Splunk supports real-time monitoring of critical digital systems
- What proactive observability looks like in practice
- The role of machine learning and AI in managing large-scale data environments
- How programs like Atlas help teams reduce complexity and speed up results
As mentioned in the episode, make sure to accelerate your cloud journey with Presidio Explores at https://presidio.com/explores-fso.
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6 FEB 2025 · The sports betting industry is booming, with 100% year-over-year revenue growth. How can platforms scale to meet surging end-user engagement while sustaining this rapid momentum? In this episode, the team at Presidio explores the tech and innovation driving transformation in this high-stakes sector.
This week, host Allec Brust sits down with Presidio experts—https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-donovan-9b990623/, National Client Executive of Betting and Gaming, and https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogsherwood/, Practicing Director for TMEGS—to discuss the remarkable growth of the sports betting and gaming industry. They dive into the technical and regulatory challenges shaping the sector’s evolution, from navigating obstacles to scaling platforms during peak game events. Discover how the TMEGS practice leverages innovative cloud solutions to stabilize platforms, process millions of transactions, and fuel ongoing growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries.
In this Episode:
- How Presidio’s PRISM solution offers guaranteed discounts on compute consumption from hyperscale cloud providers.
- The legal hurdles in states where sports betting remains illegal or highly restricted, and how growth strategies can unlock the industry’s full potential.
- Insights from streaming platforms like Netflix, including chaos engineering and building systems designed to handle high-density user activity
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14 JAN 2025 · Legacy systems are holding you back. They're slowing you down, hindering innovation, and increasing your operational costs. You have so much you want to accomplish, so much that your IT teams could do, if only you had the time or support, or a simplified, modernized network...
This week, host Allec Brust sits down with three experts from https://www.presidio.com/—https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-richter-b55a771/, Enterprise Networking Practice Director; https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelynthome/, Consulting Solution Architect; and https://www.linkedin.com/in/britnybolton/, Inside Solutions Architect—to explore the transformative power of automation in enterprise networking, internal company problem-solving, and beyond.
Together, they dive into the tools and strategies reshaping the field, including the impactful technologies Cisco is bringing to market with AI-driven solutions.
Get ready to learn how AI automation and cutting-edge technologies are shaping the future of business infrastructure and enterprise networking—and how they can seamlessly integrate into your organization's workflows.
Discussed in this episode:
- The role of unified management platforms like Cisco Meraki in simplifying infrastructure management.
- How AI-powered tools are improving security operations, reducing wireless channel changes by 60%, and enabling smarter alert prioritization.
- Educating clients and overcoming barriers to AI adoption.
- Presidio Explorers, a virtual adventure campaign that takes you through journeys to scale new heights in Cloud Collaboration.
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11 DEC 2024 · The world is evolving, and so is AI—so let’s talk about how we can handle this digital takeover in a way that makes sense for you and your business.
In this episode, we chat with Presidio's https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgkim/, CTO, and https://www.linkedin.com/in/danlohrmann/ Field CISO for Public Sector, about the clash between AI innovation and organizational hurdles. From the private sector’s FOMO to the public sector’s slow dance, we dive into the ROI debate, data challenges, and the ethical tightrope of AI adoption.
Backed by insights from the Presidio https://www.govtech.com/blogs/lohrmann-on-cybersecurity/what-factors-slow-enterprise-ai-implementations we tackle: Why does data quality trip us up? How do we close the gap between AI hype and preparedness? And can AI be both accurate and productive?
Join us as we discuss:
- Aligning AI with business challenges for real ROI.
- Data governance and ethical oversight to mitigate risks.
- Preparing organizations through education and better data practices to unlock AI’s full potential.
9 JUL 2024 · In an era with nearly countless ways to enjoy sports, the stakes have never been higher to meet fans' needs and preferences using the latest technology, ensuring an experience with as few disruptions as possible.
On this week’s episode, we speak with https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-kennedy-97023b12/ (VP of Media Operations & DevOps at the https://www.nhl.com/), and https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-santa-a036732/ (Client VP at https://www.presidio.com/). As we head into the final stretch of the Stanley Cup playoffs, we explore the NHL and Presidio’s partnership to create the Virtual Technical Operations Center (VTOC) to streamline broadcast processes and enhance video streaming quality for fans.
Join us as we discuss:
- What allows VTOC to adapt to rapidly changing technology in sports broadcasting
- The importance of data-driven decision-making in optimizing broadcast operations
- Balancing traditional and next-generation broadcasting processes and technologies
- Why it’s vital to ensure everything is in the service of the game and its fans
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3 JUN 2024 · In today’s episode, we’re joined by three Presidio all-stars: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-richter-b55a771/ (Enterprise Networking Practice Director), https://www.linkedin.com/in/britnybolton/ (Inside Solutions Architect), and https://www.linkedin.com/in/smdicicco/ (Enterprise Networking Practice Director). Andy leads a wide-ranging conversation with Britny and Steve on all things next-generation networking, which leverages telemetry data, AI, and centralized management to proactively solve problems before they impact business operations.
Join us as we discuss:
- The evolution of network deployment
- How next-gen networking helps solve real-world problems for all manner of customers
- Enhancing network reliability through intent-based policies
- The impact of centralized management systems on smaller IT teams
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14 FEB 2024 · This week we dive into an exciting and rewarding partnership that spans entire continents, oceans, industries, and cultures. Recently, Presidio had the fortune of working with Mercy Ships, an international charity that operates hospital ships around the globe and provides safe surgical care to communities in need.
Given how much time the crew and workers of these vessels spend at sea and in remote areas, there are a whole host of challenges that require inventive digital solutions. To take us through the ins and outs of this collaboration, our guest Jonathan Dyson (Director of IT Strategy & Governance at Mercy Ships) is joined by Presidio team members Bert Wilhelm (Senior Solutions Architect) and Quinn Vidrine (Senior Account Manager).
Join us as we discuss:
- The challenges of maintaining marine satellite connectivity to provide for the professional and personal needs of Mercy Ships workers
- Why scalability was important given the high turnover rate in volunteer and charity work
- How SD-WAN implementation aided in application performance with multiple Internet service providers in Africa and the US
We’ve all heard the team ‘digital transformation’, but what does it really mean? The Presidio Digital Decode series provides the starting point to begin your organization's digital transformation. Through real...
show more
We’ve all heard the team ‘digital transformation’, but what does it really mean? The Presidio Digital Decode series provides the starting point to begin your organization's digital transformation. Through real discussions with forefront tech innovators - from CTOs to solutions architects — listeners will learn how to apply technology of the future to solve the problems of today.
Join us as our expert guests share how they’re leveraging advanced technology to tap into the limitless power of a digital future.
show less
Join us as our expert guests share how they’re leveraging advanced technology to tap into the limitless power of a digital future.
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