Building a Community-Focused Cybersecurity Firm with Peter Schawacker
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In this episode, Peter Schawacker, CEO of a cybersecurity firm operating in Mexico and the United States, shares his journey and insights into building a unique, community-driven business. Peter's career in cybersecurity began in the late 90s, and he eventually found himself running a company that provides professional services and incident response, leveraging Mexican labor to support clients across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. He emphasizes the importance of simplicity and cost-effectiveness in business operations, advising against unnecessary expenses and focusing on essential tools like Google services.
Peter's approach to business is grounded in community engagement and education. He shares how his company has built a reputation by organizing and promoting free community events instead of traditional advertising. This focus on community has led to a vast network of followers and connections, which has been instrumental in their success. Recently, they organized their first paid education event on AI, which sold out quickly, demonstrating the demand for practical, community-based learning.
The episode also explores the use of AI and automation in cybersecurity. While Peter acknowledges the benefits of AI in streamlining tasks and enhancing security measures, he is cautious about over-reliance on it, particularly given concerns about future funding and sustainability. He discusses how his company uses AI for specific tasks, such as translating documents and automating administrative processes, while emphasizing the importance of human skills in creative and critical thinking.
Peter shares his vision of creating a global cybersecurity labor economy where talent is valued equally regardless of location. He outlines plans to develop educational programs that help non-native English speakers in Latin America improve their technical and business English skills, enabling them to access better job opportunities in cybersecurity.
Throughout the conversation, Peter stresses the importance of honesty, simplicity, and generosity in business. He advises aspiring entrepreneurs to keep things simple, invest in relationships, and give freely to build a supportive network. For those interested in learning more about Peter's work you can find him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schawacker/
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