It's Not in the Manual: Real-World Security Leadership
In this episode of Executive Checkpoint, host Tino Urbina sits down with Michael Gips to discuss what leadership really looks like when the policies run out and real challenges begin. Michael shares insights from his book It's Not in the Manual, with lessons that come from lived experience rather than theory: pivotal decisions, missteps and hard-earned wisdom. If you lead teams, manage threats or make decisions that matter, this episode is built for you.
About the Guest
Michael Gips
Managing Director · Kroll
Michael Gips is Managing Director at Kroll and a leading voice in Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM). His book It's Not in the Manual captures the decisions, missteps and hard-earned wisdom the manuals never cover.
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