Press & Media

In the Press

Keynotes, media features, awards, and thought leadership from 30 years in cybersecurity.

Speaking & Keynotes

Topics Corey Speaks On

Core Topic

Why IT and Cybersecurity Are Not the Same Thing

The most dangerous assumption in business today: trusting your IT provider with your cybersecurity. Why this confusion causes breaches.

Core Topic

The One Question Every Buyer Must Ask

Before signing with any security provider, two questions reveal everything about their track record and your risk exposure.

AI & Threats

AI-Powered Threats vs. AI-Powered Defense

How threat actors weaponize artificial intelligence and what organizations must deploy to keep pace.

Recovery

Building a Security Program After a Breach

What to do after you've been hacked, why you should not go back to the provider that failed you, and how to rebuild.

Compliance

Compliance Without Complexity for SMBs

Making SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, CMMC, and 20 other frameworks achievable for small and mid-market businesses.

Personal Safety

Protecting Your Family in the Digital Age

Practical, non-technical cybersecurity for everyday people. Based on the book "You're Already a Target."

Media Appearances

Featured Across Industry Platforms

CBS News Austin

Startup Aims to Bring the Future of Cybersecurity to the Tech Industry

Live segment at SXSW 2022 covering the mission to make enterprise-grade cybersecurity accessible to businesses of every size.

TV / Broadcast
SANS AI Cybersecurity Summit

The Frontier of Cybersecurity: Defending Against AI-Based Threats

Keynote recognized as the Top Summit Talk of 2024. Deep technical exploration of AI-powered defense strategies and the rapidly evolving threat landscape.

Keynote
CyberCrime Magazine

In Plain Sight: Cybersecurity for the Underserved

Feature on the systemic failure of cybersecurity for small and mid-market businesses, and the approach to fixing it.

Feature Article
Finovate Fall 2021

How Netflix Saved Cybersecurity

Premier fintech stage keynote drawing parallels between subscription disruption and the transformation needed in cybersecurity delivery.

Keynote
IT Visionaries Podcast

Reframing Cybersecurity

In-depth conversation on why the industry must evolve beyond tool installation toward managed security programs that own outcomes.

Podcast
Hacker Valley Studio

Tale of Three C's: Craig, Corey, and Cyvatar

The founding story, personal mission, and 30-year journey that led to building the #1-rated managed cybersecurity company.

Podcast
CyberDefense Radio

Featured Interview

Discussion on the gap between IT operations and cybersecurity, and what businesses must demand from their providers.

Podcast
Cybernomics Podcast

Why Your Business Is More Vulnerable Than You Think

Breaking down the economics of cybercrime and why every connected business is a target regardless of size.

Podcast
Crestcom / The Leadership Habit

What Leaders Need to Know About Cyber Security

Executive-focused discussion on the leadership decisions that determine whether an organization gets breached or stays protected.

Podcast
Awards & Recognition

Industry Honors

G2: #1 in Security & Privacy Services

Highest-rated managed cybersecurity provider on the world's largest software review platform.

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Inc. 5000 Honoree — No. 605

Cyvatar recognized among America's fastest-growing private companies.

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Tampa Bay Wave Hall of Fame

Inducted for cybersecurity innovation and entrepreneurial impact.

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SANS Top Summit Talk 2024

Keynote on AI-powered threats named the top presentation at the SANS AI Cybersecurity Summit.

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LA Times — CEO of the Year Finalist

Named finalist at the 2025 LA Times Executive Forum awards.

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Octane High Tech Awards

Best Technology Company CEO Finalist (2025) in Southern California's premier tech awards.

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ICIC — Harvard Initiative

Year of Innovation Honoree from the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City at Harvard Business School.

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Cyber Defense Awards (2021)

Multiple category winner recognizing excellence in managed cybersecurity services.

You're Already a Target

The essential cybersecurity guide for everyday people, families, and small business owners. Written in plain English by a 30-year cybersecurity veteran. No technical background required. Covers personal security, identity protection, phishing, online banking, children's safety, social media security, and more.

Visit the Book Site →

Speaking & Press Inquiries

Available for keynotes, panels, podcasts, and media interviews on cybersecurity, AI-powered threats, post-breach recovery, and personal digital safety.

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