In this inspiring episode of the CNL Podcast, host Sedric sits down with Briana Brown, Chief Information Officer at Denova Collaborative Health. Briana shares her unique journey from healthcare operations to the IT leadership seat, driven by a mission to improve lives through technology.

She opens up about navigating the challenges of being a woman in tech, addressing the ongoing biases she faces, and the importance of confidently owning her role as a CIO. With Denova’s virtual-first model in primary and mental healthcare, Briana discusses the dynamic intersection of innovation, scalability, and cybersecurity in a remote environment.

From gamified training to cultivating a security-aware culture, Briana emphasizes the power of creative communication and continuous education. She also offers honest, actionable advice for IT and cybersecurity professionals: focus on understanding risks, build strong people skills, and don’t be afraid to make “educated mistakes.” Her leadership philosophy is rooted in empathy, because at the end of the day, technology is all about people.

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