After 22 years working in global technology, telecommunication and security companies, Michael co-founded Kobalt.io, a managed IT services company focused on cybersecurity, in 2018. Since then, Kobalt.io has been one of the fastest-growing tech firms in Vancouver, making the “Ready to Rocket” list in 2021, receiving Canada’s Business Scale-Up and Productivity Funding in May of 2022, and Collaborating with RBC to enhance small and mid-sized business cyber security resilience.
In the “Cybersecurity Matters Podcast” episode titled “Making Cybersecurity Affordable,” Kobalt.io’s Co-Founder and CEO, Michael Argast, joins hosts Dominic Vogel and Christian Redshaw to discuss strategies for making robust cybersecurity accessible to businesses of all sizes.
Key Discussion Points:
Affordable Cybersecurity Solutions: Michael shares insights on how Kobalt.io develops scalable cybersecurity services tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), addressing their unique challenges and resource constraints.
Building Trust Through Security: The conversation emphasizes the importance of establishing trust with customers and partners by implementing effective cybersecurity measures, which can lead to business growth and customer loyalty.
Navigating Compliance Requirements: The episode also touches upon the complexities of cybersecurity compliance and how businesses can navigate these requirements without incurring prohibitive costs.
