Rethinking Cybersecurity: Moving Beyond Fear to Risk and Leadership with Michelle Balderson

Cybersecurity is often driven by urgency and fear. But is that the right approach?

In this episode of CCN Conversations, François Guay speaks with Michelle Balderson about her journey through the industry and the perspectives she has gained along the way.

Drawing from years of experience across teams, roles, and leadership environments, Michelle shares why cybersecurity needs to move beyond fear-based messaging and toward a clearer understanding of risk and leadership responsibility.

The conversation explores how different teams shape your thinking, how leadership influences outcomes, and why communication and alignment are critical in cybersecurity.

This is a grounded, experience-driven look at how the industry is evolving and where it needs to go next.

Listen now and join the conversation.