Brennen Schmidt

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About Brennen Schmidt

Brennen is a leading expert in cybersecurity, emergency planning, and crisis response. As an award-winning management consultant and co-author of "Cyber City Safe: Emergency Planning Beyond the Maginot Line," he excels at bridging the gap between people, process, and platforms. Brennen's extensive consulting background and reputation for thought leadership make him a sought-after contributor in media outlets like Global News, CTV News, and CBC. With a talent for simplifying complex issues, he effortlessly engages audiences, delivering insights that resonate. Expert Media Commentary Regularly featured on prominent media platforms such as Global News, CTV News, and CBC, Brennen is adept at distilling complex issues into digestible insights. His voice not only resonates through the airwaves but is also amplified in print and online via Troy Media, reaching over 1,800 newspapers across Canada and a digital audience of 5+ million. 🤝 Strategic Catalyst Brennen's expertise in technology strategy and digital transformation qualifies him as a trusted advisor in various fields, from product marketing and development to governance and operations. Collaborating closely with diverse teams, he emphasizes a strategy-to-execution approach that produces measurable outcomes and articulates business value. Thought Leader As a respected thought leader, Brennen’s contributions significantly impact areas such as emergency planning and crisis response. His analyses and viewpoints help shape the conversation around today’s most pressing challenges, including governance, risk, and compliance for disruptive technologies like #ArtificialIntelligence (AI). Professional Speaker A regular invitee to both industry and academic events, Brennen's speaking engagements offer depth of insight and actionable strategies. Whether speaking to executives or students, he captivates his audience, inspiring meaningful discussion. Community Engagement Outside his professional pursuits, Brennen is dedicated to nurturing future leaders. As a committed coach with the University of Regina's Hill JDC West teams, he derives immense satisfaction from developing the next generation of problem-solvers and thought leaders: SamShots!(Rockville, MD,)