Compliance in the New Year: Interview with Mike Semel

In today's episode of the SMB Community Podcast, host James Kernan interviews Mike Semel, a prominent expert in cybersecurity compliance. Mike shares his extensive background in the IT industry, dating back to the 1970s, and discusses his transition from being an MSP to becoming a top compliance consultant. They delve into the differences between cybersecurity and compliance, the significance of proper documentation, and the importance of risk-based selling for MSPs. Mike also introduces his comprehensive educational program and a new CMMC reference guide aimed at helping MSPs ensure their clients' compliance with evolving regulations. The discussion highlights the urgent need for MSPs to deliver compliant services and the growing regulatory scrutiny in various industries. Chapter Markers: 00:00 Introduction to the SMB Community Podcast 00:27 Meet Mike Semel: Compliance Guru 01:27 Mike's Journey in the IT Industry 03:29 The Importance of Compliance in IT 05:20 Cybersecurity vs. Compliance 09:35 Mike's Consulting Services 10:58 Challenges and Solutions in Compliance 14:49 Educating MSPs on Compliance 22:05 Risk-Based Selling for MSPs 28:48 CMMC and the Future of Compliance 31:20 Conclusion and Contact Information Link for Semel Consultings CMMC Reference Guide: https://www.semelconsulting.com/ Link for their MSP training program: https://semelconsulting.mykajabi.com/semel-consulting-msp-landing-page-final-1 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.