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Which cybersecurity metrics do you currently use with your board?

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How do you deal with a mismatch of risk appetites with the board? What are some ways to increase, or temper, the board’s risk appetite if necessary?

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Any tips for a company potentially preparing to go on the US stock exchange in the future, what resources should I look at for being cyber "IPO ready"? I want to use this for discussing with the Board investment in our cyber program.

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Have you done an assessment/RFP for Board management solutions like Boardworks or Diligent Boardbooks? Looking for any insight from such assessment on leading solutions in supporting Board Management for key capabilities such as Board communications, collaboration, Board meetings and related workflows.

Do you think protection-level agreements (PLAs) are more effective than service-level agreements (SLAs) when it comes to updating the board?

Much more effective12%

Somewhat more effective49%

Neither21%

Somewhat less effective12%

Much less effective5%

Unsure for now1%

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Have you ever personally conducted workshops/activities for security awareness training with your own board members? What was most effective? What would you do differently today?

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Which cybersecurity program metrics are you presenting to your respective boards? What are the hot topics of interest for 2025?

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When updating your board on current measures for cybersecurity and compliance, have you found there is more or less focus on compliance compared to last year?

Much more27%

More50%

Neither (same level of focus on compliance)20%

Less1%

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How do you get your business stakeholders more invested in your team’s agile workflows?

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Is there a disconnect between security leaders and the businesses they serve?

Yes, most security leaders.29%

Yes, some security leaders.58%

No10%

Not sure2%

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Tips or strategies for simplifying complex AI concepts for your board of directors?

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What tools are in the market for facilitating Board meeting and submitting materials for review. Currently we use NasdaqBoardvantage but want to explore more options?

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When it comes to cybersecurity training for board members, have you made any changes to training content or frequency? What new topics or exercises have you added (or plan to)?

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What are some common challenges any new CISO should be prepared for when it comes to engaging and educating their board on cybersecurity?

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With multiple regulations emerging across geographies, how are you ensuring a good balance between your board’s focus on compliance and the need for broader risk reduction strategies? Have new regulations like the EU’s AI act made this more difficult to accomplish?

Can you share any tips or advice for CISOs looking to develop their storytelling skills for more effective board presentations?

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