As readers of Cyber Insurance News know, I’ve been immersed in the world of cyber insurance and security, covering the issues and people impacting the sector and, along with our team, writing hundreds of stories and posts on the cyber insurance industry. I’ve encountered a domain that is often cloaked in technical jargon and acronyms. Then there’s the financial complexity of insurance and reinsurance.
Explaining its significance, despite this, is as much about storytelling as it is about technical expertise. This is why I found SecurityScorecard’s announcement that Sandy Climan, an award-winning Hollywood film producer, is joining their advisory board to be particularly interesting.
It underscores a critical yet often overlooked point: the importance of cybersecurity isn’t, shouldn’t be, limited to IT departments. It is a concern for every department and industry. This is particularly true in industries like Hollywood.
Hollywood in the Crosshairs
Hollywood’s need for robust cybersecurity is no longer theoretical. From leaked scripts and intellectual property theft to ransomware attacks on studios, the entertainment industry has become a prime target for cybercriminals.
The industry’s stakes are high, but so is the difficulty in communicating its value to those outside its bubble. SecurityScorecard’s strategic pivot to Supply Chain Detection and Response (SCDR) highlights the growing complexity of modern cyber threats, which now extend far beyond individual companies to their third-party suppliers and business partners.
Climan’s credentials bring a unique dimension to this effort. His work spans decades at Universal Studios, MGM, and Creative Artists Agency, and he has shepherded films like The Aviator into existence. More than just a Hollywood producer, Climan has built bridges between Silicon Valley, the financial world, and global corporations. His understanding of connecting disparate industries aligns with the evolving mission of cybersecurity companies like SecurityScorecard.
“Unparalleled Storyteller”
Dr. Aleksandr Yampolskiy, CEO and Co-Founder of SecurityScorecard, captured this synergy perfectly when he called Climan an “unparalleled storyteller.” The statement reflects a truth about cybersecurity: it’s not just about tools and ratings; it’s about shaping a narrative that convinces organizations to prioritize resilience in a world where cyber risks multiply daily.
From my vantage point, including my many years as a national TV news producer, the complexity of cyber insurance and security is mirrored in its storytelling challenge. How do we make executives, creatives, and even the general public see the urgency of cybersecurity without getting lost in a thicket of acronyms and technical minutiae? Climan’s expertise in distilling complex ideas into digestible, compelling stories might be the bridge SecurityScorecard needs to connect its technical innovations with a broader audience.
Deeply Human
As we look to the future, the collaboration between cybersecurity firms and business-savvy creatives like Climan could redefine how we secure our digital lives and economy. It may well help us understand the stories of resilience underlying our reality. SecurityScorecard’s move reminds us that the fight for cybersecurity isn’t just technical—it’s deeply human, rooted in our ability to tell stories that inspire action.
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