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About the Speakers
Brandon Daniels is the CEO of Exiger, where he leads the development and scaling of AI-powered solutions to address complex supply chain challenges for global enterprises and government agencies. With a distinguished career in technology, Brandon has helped high-profile organizations navigate crises and manage risks, from the 2008 financial regulatory overhaul to managing COVID-19 supply chains. Before Exiger, he served as President of Clutch Group and Vice President at CPA Global. A sought-after thought leader, Brandon has been featured in top media outlets, including CNBC, Fox Business, The Financial Times, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.
VP of Supply Chain Security at Schneider Electric, Cassie Crossley leads innovative cybersecurity initiatives for end-to-end security across the software development lifecycle. Author of “Software Supply Chain Security: Securing the End-to-End Supply Chain for Software, Firmware, and Hardware”, Cassie is a recognized thought leader in the field, frequently speaking on SBOMs and supply chain security. With a career spanning leadership roles at Ceridian, Hewlett-Packard, McAfee, and IBM, she brings deep experience and knowledge – driving security programs and governance at the intersection of technology and business. Cassie is also an active member of CISA’s SBOM working groups, helping shape the future of supply chain security.
Episode Summary
In this episode of Unlocking Resilience, cybersecurity experts Brandon Daniels and Cassie Crossley dive deep into the recent Blue Yonder ransomware attack that disrupted Starbucks’ operations, revealing the fragile interconnectedness of modern supply chains. They expose how a single cyber incident can ripple through complex networks, affecting thousands of companies and highlighting the critical need for comprehensive supplier visibility and risk management.
The podcast offers a compelling exploration of software supply chain vulnerabilities, demonstrating how digital ecosystems have become intricate webs where an attack on one critical node can create widespread disruption. Brandon and Cassie provide actionable insights into mapping supply chains, understanding multi-tier supplier relationships, and building resilience against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
Listeners will gain eye-opening perspectives on why businesses must proactively assess and mitigate risks in an era where digital interdependence has become the norm.
