The Journey of a CISO Whisperer: Michael Piacente on a New Approach to Diversity in Cyber

Happy New Year! 🎉 We’re kicking off 2025 by speaking with Michael Piacente, the managing partner and co-founder of Hitch Partners, an executive search firm specializing in the cybersecurity and technology fields. In this episode, Tashya and Pam dive into the unique approach of Hitch Partners in prioritizing diversity and inclusion and the current state of the CISO job market amid changing economic conditions. They discuss the future of CISO roles, common hiring mistakes companies make when pursuing diversity and the trends, and challenges women face in advancing their careers in cybersecurity.