In this episode of The Healthcare CEO Show, host Daniel Fernandez sits down with Chris Davenport, CISSP, CCSK, and Allegrow’s Global Data Security Advisor and Fractional CISO. With 25+ years of experience spanning community health systems, federal agencies, and global enterprises, Chris has guided leaders through HIPAA, NIST, and SOC audits while building pragmatic security roadmaps that reduce risk without slowing growth.
Chris unpacks why cybersecurity is now a CEO issue, why healthcare is a “target-rich environment,” and the concrete steps leaders can take to safeguard operations, reputation, and patient trust. The conversation explores governance and risk frameworks, building a culture of security from the boardroom to the front lines, and the unique vulnerabilities of medical devices and supply chains.
He also sheds light on the rise of AI-powered attacks, what due diligence should look like in M&A, and why reputation is often the biggest casualty of a breach. From readiness checklists to practical playbooks, Chris shares how executives can scale securely without adding chaos.
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