Growing EBITDA13 Maj 2025

Cybersecurity at the Board Level: How to Address Risks and Align Strategy

In this episode of Growing EBITDA, Mike and James take a deep dive into cybersecurity at the board level—why it matters, how to communicate risks effectively, and the critical steps businesses should take to protect their operations, financials, and reputation.

They explore why cybersecurity is often overlooked at the board level, how to frame cyber discussions with investors, and what management teams can do to mitigate risks before an incident occurs. Plus, they break down the best strategies for proactive cybersecurity planning rather than just reacting when an attack happens.

Key Highlights:

• Understanding Cyber Risk: Why many mid-market companies underestimate their exposure

• The Board’s Role: How to effectively present cybersecurity concerns at the board level

• Common Misconceptions: Why cybersecurity is not just an “IT problem”

• Risk Assessments & Gap Analyses: How to evaluate vulnerabilities before a crisis

• Operational Disruptions: The real impact of cyber breaches on day-to-day business

• Cyber Playbooks: How some PE firms set clear expectations for portfolio companies

• Security Audits & Training: What’s needed to ensure ongoing cybersecurity maturity

• Incident Response Planning: How businesses should prepare for worst-case scenarios

• Sell-Side Cyber Due Diligence: Why cybersecurity is becoming a critical factor in M&A

Cyber threats aren’t just an IT problem—they’re a business risk that can impact valuation, deal flow, and overall company performance. Whether you’re a CEO, a private equity investor, or a management team member navigating your first board meeting, this episode provides actionable insights to strengthen your cybersecurity posture.

Tune in now and learn how to protect your company’s future from cyber risks.

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