https://simplecast.com CyberBay Podcast Real people. Real stories. From the heart of Tampa’s CyberBay. This narrative podcast brings you into the heart of Tampa Bay’s cybersecurity scene through human-first conversations. Each episode explores the journeys, values, and unexpected turns that brought today’s cyber leaders, dreamers, and doers into the field and into this community. From career paths and hometown pride to tech trends and personal growth, we tell stories that go deeper than job titles. Brought to life by Cyber Florida, with production by Sarina Gandy and support from Bellini Capital. 2025 CyberBay Podcast en Mon, 1 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000 Mon, 1 Jun 2026 13:30:12 +0000 https://cyberbay-podcast.simplecast.com CyberBay Podcast https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/d43689d3-22e4-45dd-97ad-4c2145bc601b/635069f8-7e22-4d64-966f-cc30ea21d543/3000x3000/cyberbay-pod-square.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://cyberbay-podcast.simplecast.com episodic Real people. Real stories. From the heart of Tampa’s CyberBay. This narrative podcast brings you into the heart of Tampa Bay’s cybersecurity scene through human-first conversations. Each episode explores the journeys, values, and unexpected turns that brought today’s cyber leaders, dreamers, and doers into the field and into this community. From career paths and hometown pride to tech trends and personal growth, we tell stories that go deeper than job titles. Brought to life by Cyber Florida, with production by Sarina Gandy and support from Bellini Capital. Cyber Florida false https://feeds.simplecast.com/N9D0voTn cyberbay, cybersecurity, tampa, cyber florida Cyber Florida rex2@cyberflorida.org 7d32305c-c3d4-4b64-9234-72415e56e00b Inside Embarc Collective and Tampa’s Startup Future with Tim Holcomb Chapters

00:00 The Passion for Founders' Success

02:54 Understanding Embark Collective

05:46 Tim Holcomb's Journey to Embark

09:06 The Importance of Founder Support

11:48 Embark's Unique Approach to Startups

15:11 Building a Community of Founders

18:04 The Role of Coaches and Mentors

20:53 The Cybersecurity Landscape in Tampa Bay

24:13 Why Tampa is a Great Place for Startups

27:07 The Intersection of Cybersecurity and Technology

29:56 Partnerships and Talent Development

33:09 Lightning Round with Tim Holcomb

]]> Mon, 1 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000 rex2@cyberflorida.org (Sarina Gandy, Cyber Florida, Alex Vanscoy, Embarc Collective, Tim Holcomb) https://cyberbay-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/inside-embarc-collective-and-tampas-startup-future-with-tim-holcomb-OdCb24Jp Chapters

00:00 The Passion for Founders' Success

02:54 Understanding Embark Collective

05:46 Tim Holcomb's Journey to Embark

09:06 The Importance of Founder Support

11:48 Embark's Unique Approach to Startups

15:11 Building a Community of Founders

18:04 The Role of Coaches and Mentors

20:53 The Cybersecurity Landscape in Tampa Bay

24:13 Why Tampa is a Great Place for Startups

27:07 The Intersection of Cybersecurity and Technology

29:56 Partnerships and Talent Development

33:09 Lightning Round with Tim Holcomb

]]> Inside Embarc Collective and Tampa’s Startup Future with Tim Holcomb Sarina Gandy, Cyber Florida, Alex Vanscoy, Embarc Collective, Tim Holcomb 00:39:03 Tim Holcomb is the CEO of the Embarc Collective, a Tampa-based nonprofit helping startup founders build bold, scalable companies through coaching, connection, and community. In this episode, Tim sits down with Sarina Gandy to explore how Embarc Collective is shaping Tampa Bay’s growing innovation ecosystem by supporting founders through every stage of the startup journey. The two discuss Embarc’s unique approach to founder support, the importance of community in entrepreneurship, the evolving role of cybersecurity and emerging technology in the region, and how partnerships with organizations like the University of South Florida are helping strengthen Tampa Bay’s future workforce. Tim also reflects on his own career journey across industries and countries — and the full-circle experiences that eventually led him back to entrepreneurship and leadership in Tampa Bay. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy and powered by Cyber Florida. Tim Holcomb is the CEO of the Embarc Collective, a Tampa-based nonprofit helping startup founders build bold, scalable companies through coaching, connection, and community. In this episode, Tim sits down with Sarina Gandy to explore how Embarc Collective is shaping Tampa Bay’s growing innovation ecosystem by supporting founders through every stage of the startup journey. The two discuss Embarc’s unique approach to founder support, the importance of community in entrepreneurship, the evolving role of cybersecurity and emerging technology in the region, and how partnerships with organizations like the University of South Florida are helping strengthen Tampa Bay’s future workforce. Tim also reflects on his own career journey across industries and countries — and the full-circle experiences that eventually led him back to entrepreneurship and leadership in Tampa Bay. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy and powered by Cyber Florida. embark collective, tech growth, cybersecurity, tampa bay, innovation ecosystem, community building, entrepreneurship, startups, founder support false full 4 df52b148-348a-41e6-ad51-e9c365372a88 Tampa, Technically Connected: Voices from CyberBay Summit 2026 0:00 - Intro

0:45 - Dr. Sriram Chellappan

12:00 - Kendra Siler and Kevin Salzer

28:20 - Mark Sokol

44:30 - Dr. Alex Djahankhah

56:50 - Callie Bartkin

]]> Mon, 6 Apr 2026 14:30:00 +0000 rex2@cyberflorida.org (Cyber Florida) https://cyberbay-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/tampa-technically-connected-voices-from-cyberbay-summit-2026-H81Q4_rp 0:00 - Intro

0:45 - Dr. Sriram Chellappan

12:00 - Kendra Siler and Kevin Salzer

28:20 - Mark Sokol

44:30 - Dr. Alex Djahankhah

56:50 - Callie Bartkin

]]> Tampa, Technically Connected: Voices from CyberBay Summit 2026 Cyber Florida 01:03:23 What happens when you mix cybersecurity conversations with a game of Connect4? In this bonus episode of the CyberBay Podcast, producer Sarina Gandy once again sits down with attendees from the CyberBay Summit 2026 to hear about their journeys and their connection to CyberBay. This time, she gets to hear perspectives spanning across academia, government, and industry right in the Tampa Bay region. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy, powered by Cyber Florida, and supported by Bellini Capital. What happens when you mix cybersecurity conversations with a game of Connect4? In this bonus episode of the CyberBay Podcast, producer Sarina Gandy once again sits down with attendees from the CyberBay Summit 2026 to hear about their journeys and their connection to CyberBay. This time, she gets to hear perspectives spanning across academia, government, and industry right in the Tampa Bay region. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy, powered by Cyber Florida, and supported by Bellini Capital. false bonus 669dfc85-0be0-423d-9789-c6604146f0d8 Eric Foster - Building TENEX.AI from the Ground Up Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:30:00 +0000 rex2@cyberflorida.org (Sarina Gandy, Alex Vanscoy, Anjelica Rubin, Cyber Florida) https://cyberbay-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/eric-foster-building-tenex-ai-from-the-ground-up-8svrwhlf Eric Foster - Building TENEX.AI from the Ground Up Sarina Gandy, Alex Vanscoy, Anjelica Rubin, Cyber Florida 00:40:41 Eric Foster, CEO and founder of TENEX.AI, is building more than a cybersecurity company - he’s building an AI-native defense solution designed to change how security teams operate. In this episode of the CyberBay Podcast, guest host and Tampa Bay Business Journal reporter Anjelica Rubin sits down with Eric inside TENEX’s soon-to-be headquarters, which is currently still under construction, for a conversation about building from the ground up. Eric reflects on his early fascination with technology, the mentors who shaped his leadership journey, and the pivotal moments that pushed him to launch TENEX. Together, they explore what it really means to be “AI-native,” how artificial intelligence is reshaping the cybersecurity workforce, and why Eric believes Tampa Bay - and CyberBay - are positioned to play a defining role in the industry’s future. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy, powered by Cyber Florida, and supported by Bellini Capital. Eric Foster, CEO and founder of TENEX.AI, is building more than a cybersecurity company - he’s building an AI-native defense solution designed to change how security teams operate. In this episode of the CyberBay Podcast, guest host and Tampa Bay Business Journal reporter Anjelica Rubin sits down with Eric inside TENEX’s soon-to-be headquarters, which is currently still under construction, for a conversation about building from the ground up. Eric reflects on his early fascination with technology, the mentors who shaped his leadership journey, and the pivotal moments that pushed him to launch TENEX. Together, they explore what it really means to be “AI-native,” how artificial intelligence is reshaping the cybersecurity workforce, and why Eric believes Tampa Bay - and CyberBay - are positioned to play a defining role in the industry’s future. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy, powered by Cyber Florida, and supported by Bellini Capital. podcast, cybersecurity, ai false full 3 e6ee213b-154c-4aa9-93fd-9f582b237822 Tampa, Technically Connected: Voices from CyberBay 2025 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 rex2@cyberflorida.org (Ryan Seymour, Peter Bellini, Kendra Siler, Kevin Salzer, Gawtham Chilakapati, Paul Perry, Two Stories Media, Rex Wilson, Alex Vanscoy, Sarina Gandy, Bellini Capital, Cyber Florida) https://cyberbay-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/tampa-technically-connected-voices-from-cyberbay-2025-mn1jvFk4 Tampa, Technically Connected: Voices from CyberBay 2025 Ryan Seymour, Peter Bellini, Kendra Siler, Kevin Salzer, Gawtham Chilakapati, Paul Perry, Two Stories Media, Rex Wilson, Alex Vanscoy, Sarina Gandy, Bellini Capital, Cyber Florida 00:44:39 What happens when you mix cybersecurity conversations with a game of Connect4? In this bonus episode of the CyberBay Podcast, producer Sarina Gandy sits down with six attendees from the CyberBay Summit 2025 for candid conversations about their work, their paths into cybersecurity, and how they see the CyberBay movement shaping Tampa Bay’s future - all while playing a (peaceful) game of Connect4. Between moves, guests share perspectives on collaboration, accessibility, and why cybersecurity is ultimately a human problem - one that’s best solved through community, education, and connection. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy, powered by Cyber Florida, and supported by Bellini Capital. 00:00 Intro 00:40 Ryan Seymour 07:57 - Peter Bellini 14:29 - Kendra Siler & Kevin Salzer 22:58 - Gowtham Chilakapati 35:14 - Paul Perry What happens when you mix cybersecurity conversations with a game of Connect4? In this bonus episode of the CyberBay Podcast, producer Sarina Gandy sits down with six attendees from the CyberBay Summit 2025 for candid conversations about their work, their paths into cybersecurity, and how they see the CyberBay movement shaping Tampa Bay’s future - all while playing a (peaceful) game of Connect4. Between moves, guests share perspectives on collaboration, accessibility, and why cybersecurity is ultimately a human problem - one that’s best solved through community, education, and connection. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy, powered by Cyber Florida, and supported by Bellini Capital. 00:00 Intro 00:40 Ryan Seymour 07:57 - Peter Bellini 14:29 - Kendra Siler & Kevin Salzer 22:58 - Gowtham Chilakapati 35:14 - Paul Perry small business, collaboration, cyberbay, cyber florida, technology, cybersecurity, workforce, innovation, tampa bay, connect secure, community, education false bonus 18416f5a-7352-4707-8cbf-c395f5c07240 Collin Ellis - Building Community in CyberBay Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Icebreaker
  • 03:03 Competitive Spirit and Personal Growth
  • 06:04 Journey into Cybersecurity
  • 08:56 The Impact of Mentorship and Community
  • 12:05 Transitioning to ThreatLocker
  • 15:00 Empathy in Professional Relationships
  • 17:58 Cybersecurity Challenges and Successes
  • 21:04 Community and Connection in Tampa Bay
  • 24:05 Leadership and Culture in Cybersecurity
  • 27:10 Conclusion and Reflections on Connection
]]> Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:05:00 +0000 rex2@cyberflorida.org (Collin Ellis, Alex Vanscoy, Cyber Florida, Rex Wilson, Threat Locker, Bellini Capital, Sarina Gandy, Two Stories Media) https://cyberbay-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/collin-ellis-building-community-in-cyberbay-wMms44sk Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Icebreaker
  • 03:03 Competitive Spirit and Personal Growth
  • 06:04 Journey into Cybersecurity
  • 08:56 The Impact of Mentorship and Community
  • 12:05 Transitioning to ThreatLocker
  • 15:00 Empathy in Professional Relationships
  • 17:58 Cybersecurity Challenges and Successes
  • 21:04 Community and Connection in Tampa Bay
  • 24:05 Leadership and Culture in Cybersecurity
  • 27:10 Conclusion and Reflections on Connection
]]> Collin Ellis - Building Community in CyberBay Collin Ellis, Alex Vanscoy, Cyber Florida, Rex Wilson, Threat Locker, Bellini Capital, Sarina Gandy, Two Stories Media 00:29:22 Collin Ellis is a Manager of Solutions Engineering at ThreatLocker, and a living example of the CyberBay movement that’s been taking shape behind the scenes for years. In this episode, recorded live at the CyberBay Summit 2025, Collin and producer Sarina Gandy explore his childhood in Tampa Bay, the early sparks that shaped his curiosity, and the connections that led him into cybersecurity and kept him there since. Together, they reflect on the role relationships play in career development, the leaders who influenced Collin’s values, and the lasting impact of Arnie Bellini’s CyberBay vision on both his path and the region at large. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy, powered by Cyber Florida, and supported by Bellini Capital. Collin Ellis is a Manager of Solutions Engineering at ThreatLocker, and a living example of the CyberBay movement that’s been taking shape behind the scenes for years. In this episode, recorded live at the CyberBay Summit 2025, Collin and producer Sarina Gandy explore his childhood in Tampa Bay, the early sparks that shaped his curiosity, and the connections that led him into cybersecurity and kept him there since. Together, they reflect on the role relationships play in career development, the leaders who influenced Collin’s values, and the lasting impact of Arnie Bellini’s CyberBay vision on both his path and the region at large. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy, powered by Cyber Florida, and supported by Bellini Capital. empathy, relationships, technology, connectwise, leadership, solutions engineering, threat locker, cybersecurity, tampa bay, community, threatlocker, career development, arnie bellini false full 2 79b9e056-fb36-4399-ad7a-ac5dbdda3f3a Arnie Bellini - The Visionary Behind CyberBay Mon, 3 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000 rex2@cyberflorida.org (Sarina Gandy, Anjelica Rubin, Bellini Capital, Cyber Florida, Alex Vanscoy, Rex Wilson) https://cyberbay-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/arnie-bellini-2CBbXPz_ Arnie Bellini - The Visionary Behind CyberBay Sarina Gandy, Anjelica Rubin, Bellini Capital, Cyber Florida, Alex Vanscoy, Rex Wilson 00:31:56 Arnie Bellini, best known as the former CEO and co-founder of ConnectWise, helped shape Tampa Bay’s technology landscape. Today, he’s leading a new movement - turning Tampa Bay into CyberBay, the next cybersecurity hub of the United States. In this premiere episode of The CyberBay Podcast, co-host and Tampa Bay Business Journal reporter Anjelica Rubin sits down with Arnie to trace his journey from early tech entrepreneur to thought leader, philanthropist, and investor. Arnie reflects on the Bellini family’s deep roots in Tampa Bay, the trials and triumphs of building ConnectWise at the dawn of the tech revolution, and the philosophies that have guided his career and life. Together, he and Anjelica unpack the vision behind the CyberBay movement and his mission to defend the digital borders of the U.S. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy, powered by Cyber Florida, and supported by Bellini Capital. Arnie Bellini, best known as the former CEO and co-founder of ConnectWise, helped shape Tampa Bay’s technology landscape. Today, he’s leading a new movement - turning Tampa Bay into CyberBay, the next cybersecurity hub of the United States. In this premiere episode of The CyberBay Podcast, co-host and Tampa Bay Business Journal reporter Anjelica Rubin sits down with Arnie to trace his journey from early tech entrepreneur to thought leader, philanthropist, and investor. Arnie reflects on the Bellini family’s deep roots in Tampa Bay, the trials and triumphs of building ConnectWise at the dawn of the tech revolution, and the philosophies that have guided his career and life. Together, he and Anjelica unpack the vision behind the CyberBay movement and his mission to defend the digital borders of the U.S. The CyberBay Podcast is produced by Sarina Gandy, powered by Cyber Florida, and supported by Bellini Capital. cyberbay, sarina gandy, cyberbay podcast, arnie bellini false full 1