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Eddie Phillips

Eddie Phillips

International Keynote Speaker and defender of the digital realm

Winnipeg, Canada

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Eddie Phillips is a passionate cybersecurity advocate, MSP consultant, and dynamic speaker dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to thrive in the digital age. With years of experience at the intersection of technology and human behavior, Eddie specializes in translating complex cybersecurity concepts into relatable, actionable insights.

As a leader in fostering a culture of digital resilience, Eddie has worked with businesses of all sizes to implement strategies that protect against evolving cyber threats. A natural storyteller, Eddie engages audiences with a blend of real-world examples, humor, and a call to action that inspires everyone to become everyday crimefighters in the fight against cybercrime.

When Eddie isn’t speaking, he’s helping businesses unlock their full potential through managed services or sharing insights on social media to educate and empower. Eddie believes that cybersecurity is not just a profession—it’s a mindset and a shared responsibility.

Area of Expertise

  • Information & Communications Technology

Topics

  • Cybersecurity Strategy
  • cybersecurity awareness
  • cybersecurity culture
  • cyber security
  • cybersecurity
  • inspiration
  • Cybersecurity leadership
  • MSP Cyber Security Sales
  • MSP
  • MSP Sales
  • Managed IT Services

More than a Conqueror: Developing a Cybersecurity Culture

This session is not your typical cybersecurity discussion—it’s a bold, transformative experience designed to revolutionize the way you approach, communicate, and lead in security. Dive deep into firsthand accounts of ransomware incidents from the frontlines, exploring critical lessons learned from leadership and communication perspectives. Join Eddie for an impactful exploration of value-driven security cultures, actionable strategies to elevate emotional intelligence (EQ), and powerful techniques to foster lasting partnerships that redefine success in cybersecurity.

- Transform Communication - Learn how to harness emotional intelligence (EQ) to effectively communicate security's value to clients, managers, and leadership.

- Lead with Impact: Discover actionable strategies to cultivate a security culture that drives business value and resilience.

- Build Powerful Partnerships: Understand how to create relationships that go beyond transactions, focusing on trust and alignment for mutual success.

This presentation is for ALL audiences - CEO to Clerk, Sales to Engineering.

CIS Controls: Eliminating Subjective Security

CIS Controls: Eliminating Subjective Security is an engaging exploration of how the Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls serve as a practical framework to combat today’s most pressing cybersecurity challenges, including ransomware. Through real-world stories, the presentation will highlight the gap between subjective security—what we perceive as safe—and objective security, which is measurable and actionable. Attendees will learn how the CIS Controls can serve as a strategic guide to build a resilient security posture and systematically elevate their organization's defenses against evolving threats.

Three Key Takeaways:
The Power of Objectivity in Security:
Understand the critical difference between subjective perceptions of safety and objective, measurable security practices. Learn why relying on quantifiable metrics is essential to counter threats like ransomware.

CIS Controls as a Roadmap:
Discover how implementing CIS Controls creates a prioritized and structured path for improving your organization’s cybersecurity, regardless of size or maturity level.

Raising the Bar Against Ransomware:
Learn how aligning your security strategy with CIS Controls not only reduces the likelihood of a ransomware attack but also minimizes its impact, creating a proactive, rather than reactive, defense posture.

Presentation geared toward IT directors, project managers, CIO/CISO, and implementors

Implementing Security Culture and Awareness Training

"Security Culture and Awareness Training" delivers an engaging, practical approach to building a strong security culture within your organization. Blending real-world awareness training with exciting, true stories of cybersecurity wins and failures, this presentation offers a fresh perspective on how to effectively integrate security practices into daily operations. Participants will gain actionable insights on fostering a proactive security mindset that extends beyond compliance, empowering employees to become the first line of defense against cyber threats.

From Awareness to Action:
Learn how to transform security awareness from a passive exercise into an active, behavior-driven culture that engages employees at all levels.

The Role of Storytelling in Security:
Discover how real-world cybersecurity stories can be used as compelling tools to drive home key lessons, making training relatable and memorable.

Integrating Security into Daily Operations:
Get practical strategies for embedding security practices into the fabric of your organization, ensuring they are seamless, scalable, and effective.

This presentation is geared toward organization leaders

Tabletop Exercises: Turning ‘Fail’ into ‘Forward’ in Security

This dynamic presentation demonstrates the power of tabletop exercises in strengthening your organization’s security posture while securing leadership buy-in. You’ll learn step-by-step how to plan, structure, and execute engaging tabletop exercises that not only test your team’s readiness but also showcase gaps in a way that resonates with decision-makers. Discover how these exercises can serve as a persuasive tool to justify increased security budgets and drive meaningful action.

Three Key Takeaways:
Hosting Effective Tabletop Exercises:
Gain a clear, step-by-step guide to planning and conducting tabletop exercises that are engaging, impactful, and tailored to your organization’s needs.

Bridging the Gap Between Security and Leadership:
Learn strategies to present tabletop findings in ways that resonate with leadership, turning potential failures into opportunities for budget increases and strategic support.

Driving Continuous Improvement:
Discover how to use tabletop exercises as an iterative process to identify vulnerabilities, refine response plans, and foster a proactive security culture.

This presentation is geared toward leaders, security leadership.

Eddie Phillips

International Keynote Speaker and defender of the digital realm

Winnipeg, Canada

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