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IG Talk w/ Robert Smallwood

by Robert Smallwood

Information Governance interviews, news, events, and Best Practices. All about data privacy, info security, compliance, e-discovery, infonomics & data monetization, digital preservation & more.

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Episodes

  1. Securing Agentic AI: Insights From Cybersecurity Expert Michael Esola + His New Book & C.O.R.E. Methodology

    Robert Smallwood speaks with cybersecurity and data privacy expert Michael Esola about the growing need for practical AI governance. Michael shares insights from his new book, Governance at the Speed of Autonomy, and introduces the CORE framework—Context, Oversight, Responsibility, and...

  2. Surprising Ease that AI Models Can be Poisoned, Cloud Breach Facts, and File Share Cleanup Challenges: Robert Smallwood with Kaan Vulcan

    Robert Smallwood talks with Kaan Vulcan, founder and CEO of PurgeRot, about why unmanaged file shares have become a critical business, cybersecurity, and AI-governance issue. They explore the rising cost of cloud storage, the risks created by duplicate, outdated, and overexposed content, and why...

  3. Solving the Biggest Problem with Agentic AI: Trust as a Service with Chris Surdak, CEO of ReLeaf

    In this episode, Robert Smallwood of CIGO Association speaks with Chris Surdak of ReLeaf about the accountability gap emerging as autonomous AI agents increasingly initiate transactions and make decisions. They examine why identity verification alone may not establish that a human intentionally...

  4. Managing Regulatory Volatility to Govern AI with Joe Shepley of Triad Executive Advisors

    In this episode, Robert Smallwood of CIGO Association sits down with Joe Shepley, Senior Director at Triad Executive Advisors, to examine the fast-changing world of AI Governance. They discuss how organizations can move forward amid uncertain federal and state regulation, build on existing...

  5. A Conversation w/ Kiteworks Leaders on Agentic AI

    A conversation with Camilo Artiga-Purcell, General Counsel, and Tim Freestone, Chief Strategy Officer at software provider Kiteworks. Robert discusses the challenges of securing and controlling AI agents with Camilo and Tim, who weigh in on legal and strategic aspects of agentic AI security....

  6. IG Leadership: A Conversation with Chris Surdak

    Robert Smallwood interviews IG and IT leader Chris Surdak.

  7. Laney's "Data Juice" Book is Out

    Robert and Doug discuss his new 'Data Juice: 101 Stories of How Organizations Are Squeezing Value from Data Assets" book, which is a collection of short stories of use cases where new value has been found. The books has some unique features in the electronic version to make it easier to find…

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  8. IG Standards Update: Discussing ISO 24143 w/ ISO Convenor Noureddine Lamriri

    Robert and ISO Convenor Noureddine Lamriri discuss the process of creating an ISO standard, how a new standard is agreed upon, how often is will be updated and other matters related to Information Governance and the new ISO 24143:2022 standard.

  9. Crypto Wunderkind: An Interview with Ashton Addison of Crypto Coin Show

    Blockchain & crypto pioneer Ashton Addison, Founder & Host of The Crypto Coin Show defines crypto, discusses its categorization as a commodity vs. security, crypto market swings, the intersection of data monetization and crypto, and Web3 secure portable logins that help preserve privacy.

  10. Information Governance News Update

    A discussion of the new ISO standard for IG, ISO 24143, the recently released "Role of M365 in IG" survey report, Microsoft fumbling IG with new branding, and the launch of the 2nd Annual Global Information Governance Survey by IG World magazine.

  11. IG Leadership: A Conversation with Cheryl Strom of McDonald's Corp.

    Robert Smallwood and Cheryl Strom discuss the impact of new and emerging privacy regulations on IG, her career path in Records & Information Management (RIM) and IG, and some challenges and opportunities along the way, including M365 implementation.

  12. Data Governance Trends & Issues with Amazon's GREF's Global Data Governance Lead Dennis Kessler

    Amazon's Dennis Kessler and Robert discuss changes in the data governance field, some emerging trends and common issues.

  13. An Insider View of the Colonial Pipeline Ransomware Attack: Lessons Learned

    Robert Smallwood, lead Information Governance consultant for an assessment at Colonial Pipeline in 2017-18, discusses the results of the assessment report and its recommendations, and lessons learned with cyber expert Baird Brueseke, Director of IG for eVisit Telehealth.

  14. IG Leadership: A Conversation With Leigh Isaacs of DLA Piper

    In this conversation with Leigh Isaacs, CIGO, she provides insights on the changes in policy and approach for remote work, and other evolving IG Best Practices. And she reveals her secret passion!

  15. Innovation: Solving a Common Remote Work Information Governance Issue: A Conversation with Qualcomm's Kevin Andresen

    Kevin Andresen, Senior Director of Business Development for a segment in the Internet of Things (IoT) unit at Qualcomm, describes several common IG issues that occur when sharing documents remotely through Zoom (and other services), and a new solution. There are Privacy, Cybersecurity, Records...

  16. IG Leadership: A Conversation with Suzanne DiCicco of SEI Investments

    Suzanne discusses the structure of the SEI IG program, how their Steering Committee operates and the unusual executive sponsor they have.

  17. Douglas Laney

    This podcast features interviews with Information Governance leaders around the world, and discussions about IG news, events, and best practices. Today’s episode features Robert’s interview with Douglas (Doug) Laney, Data and Analytics Innovation Fellow at West Monroe. Mr. Laney is also a thought...

  18. Odia Kagan

    IG Talk with Robert Smallwood is a podcast featuring interviews with Information Governance leaders around the world, discussions about IG news, events, and best practices. Today’s episode features Robert’s interview with Odia Kagan, an entertaining and insightful thought leader in data privacy....

  19. Natausha Cruz Wilson

    IG Talk with Robert Smallwood is a podcast featuring interviews with Information Governance leaders around the world, discussions about IG news, events, and best practices. Today’s episode features Robert’s interview with an exceptional, vibrant, and brilliant leader in IG, Natausha Cruz Wilson....

  20. Introducing the CIGO Certification

    Robert Smallwood dicusses the purpose and approach to creating the new Certified Information Governance Officer (CIGO) certification

  21. IG Leadership: A Conversation About Analytics with Dr. Prashanth Southekal

    Robert interviews Dr. Prashanth Southekal about analytics and his new book on Best Practices in Analytics

  22. IG Leadership: A Conversation w/ Doug Laney, Father of Infonomics

    Robert talks with Doug Laney about infonomics, data monetization, and recoginzing information as an asset.

  23. IG & Infonomic$ Virtual Summit April 23

    IG World magazine co-founders Robert Smallwood & Baird Brueseke discuss the exciting new virtual IG Summit to be held in 3D Virtual Reality

  24. IG Leadership: A Conversation with Nicole Clark, CEO of Trellis Research

    Trellis Research CEO Nicole Clark discusses trial preparation challenges, and the unique approach Trellis uses leveraging AI and Machine Learning to allow trial lawyers to gain a competitive advantage and improve outcomes.

  25. IG Leadership: A Conversation w/ UK Privacy Expert Barry Moult

    Barry Moult discusses GDPR and privacy compliance, and key principles organizations should consider in privacy program management.

  26. IG Leadership: Talking ROT Cleanup & Informaiton Accountability with NVISNx Founder & CEO Glen Day

    A conversation with NVISNx CEO Glen Day about information accountability, ROT cleanup, and data mapping for privacy compliance.

  27. IG Leadership: A Conversation with Susan Bennett of InfoGov ANZ

    A conversation about IG in the mission of InfoGov ANZ, IG in the Australia/New Zealand region, and the confluence of privacy, RIM, and eDiscovery.

  28. A Conversation About CCPA w/ Stu Gross

    An update on what CCPA covers and its requirements, amendments, penalties, and deadlines.

  29. IG Leadership: A Conversation w/ Gartner Executive Partner Chris Surdak

    A discussion with digital transformation and robotic process automation expert Chris Surdak from Gartner on the future of work.

  30. Cybersecurity Basics

    An introduction to cybersecurty with expert Baird Brueseke; he discusses principles of cybersecurity and approaches to cybersecurity assessments.

  31. IG Leadership: Talking with Privacy Expert Richard Hogg about privacy programs, privacy regulation,

    Robert talks with Richard about privacy regulations including GDPR & CCPA, privacy program drivers, and his transition from globetrotting GDPR evangelist at IBM to Global IG Director at White & Case law firm, one of the world's largest. RIchard also talks about how he got into the computer...

  32. New Comprehensive IG Book: IG Concepts, Strategies, & Best Practices

    An introduction to Robert Smallwood's comprehensive new IG book, written in collaboration with over 20 SMEs.

  33. IG Leadership: A conversation with Dr. Patricia Franks of San Jose State University

    A conversation with Dr. Patricia Franks, PhD, coordinator of the Master of Archives & Records Administration program at San Jose State University

  34. IG Leadership: A Conversation w/ George Firican of LightsOnData Consulting & Training

    George Firican discusses the importance of data governance, some common DG myths, and how to treat data as an asset.

  35. IG Leadership: A Conversation w/ Scott Taylor of MetaMeta Consulting, "The Data Whisperer"

    A conversation about the importance of "data stories" - not only the 'why' but the 'how' - and what role good master data management practices play in the digital transformation process.

  36. IG Leadership: A Conversation w/ ACEDS' Mike Quartararo

    Robert talks with ACEDS President Mike Quartararo about e-discovery & IG, career development, and the ACEDS global network of chapters.

  37. IG Leadership Series: A Conversation w/ Neil Calvert, CEO of LINQ Ltd.

    Interview with LINQ Ltd CEO Neil Calvert about digital twin modeling, infonomics & more.

  38. IG Leadership Series: A Conversation with Randy Kahn

    An interview with Randy Kahn, Esq, author of the new book, "The Executive Guide to Navigating the Information Universe"

  39. IG Leadership Series w/ Andrew Ysasi

    A Conversation w/ with Andrew Ysasi

  40. IG Leadership Series w/ Scott Burt of Integro

    An interview with Integro President & Co-founder Scott Burt.

  41. New Data Privacy International Standard

    An overview of ISO 27701 standard, and how it relates to the ISO 27001 InfoSec Management System standard. Also, how ISO 27701 may help organizations comply with privacy regulations like the EU GDPR and the California Consumer Privacy Act.

  42. InfoGov & Infonomics Summits

    Overview of IG & Infonomics Summit Events Sponsored by IG World Magazine

  43. New Money Flows Into IG

    Review of recent venture funding of firms in the IG market.

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Information Governance interviews, news, events, and Best Practices. All about data privacy, info security, compliance, e-discovery, infonomics & data monetization, digital preservation & more.

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Robert Smallwood

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