Patrick Quirk, Kevin Guttman, Bruce Schneier | Office Hours #791

Patrick Quirk Patrick Quirk is a corporate executive recognized for building resilient, agile, and profitable organizations, from startups to global enterprises, through strategic planning, operational efficiency, and strong cross-functional collaboration. His leadership emphasizes customer focus, cost-effective delivery, and long-term sustainability. Beyond executive management, he is an expert in guiding companies through crises such as network outages and cyberattacks, focusing on response and continuity rather than just prevention. Drawing on lessons from high-profile breaches at companies like Victoria’s Secret, North Face, and MGM, Patrick provides practical strategies to safeguard operations and sustain growth in the face of disruption. Kevin Guttman Kevin Guttman is a four-time Amazon bestselling author and one of just 220 Certified Reverse Mortgage Professionals in the U.S., recognized as a top producer for the nation’s largest reverse mortgage broker. He is known for helping senior homeowners explore their options with confidence, prioritizing choices, convenience, and clear communication. With 100+ five-star reviews, an A+ BBB rating, and a strong referral network, Kevin has built a trusted reputation for integrity and service. Beyond his career, he is a lifelong learner with three master’s degrees and a background in real estate, ministry, and community service. Active with Junior Achievement, Business Networking International, and national mortgage associations, Kevin is also a Lakers fan and avid traveler who has visited 47 states and 40 countries, while enjoying sports, inspirational films, and personal development books. Bruce Schneier Bruce Schneier is an internationally renowned security technologist and New York Times bestselling author of 14 books, including A Hacker’s Mind. He is a Lecturer at the Harvard Kennedy School, serves on the board of the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), and is Chief of Security Architecture at Inrupt, Inc. His influential newsletter Crypto-Gram and widely read blog Schneier on Security reach over 250,000 readers. A trusted voice in cybersecurity, Bruce has testified before Congress, appeared frequently on television and radio, served on multiple government committees, and is regularly cited by the press for his expertise.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.