Oct. 9, 2025

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Lessons in Cybersecurity Leadership with Expel CEO Dave Merkel

What does it take to lead in cybersecurity when the challenges never stop changing? In this episode of the Tech 2 Exec Podcast, Expel CEO Dave Merkel shares stories from his career and how those experiences shaped his approach to leadership. The conversation explores the realities of working on both sides of the cybersecurity table and what executives should know when building stronger connections with IT and security teams.

If you’re interested in leadership, cybersecurity strategy, or the future of vendor and customer relationships, this episode is for you.

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