On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we talk with Chris Cochran, VP & Head of Marketing at AKA Identity, about brand and marketing for cybersecurity startups.Chris Cochran is an entrepreneur who combines a wealth of experience in technology and innate creativity that has proven to be invaluable to both brands and individuals who work with him. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Hacker Valley Media, Chris has a unique perspective on how to craft compelling narratives that engage, inform, and entertain technical audiences. His experience in technology allows him to bring a rare depth of knowledge to any creative project, and his ability to communicate complex ideas equally clearly and entertainingly makes for a powerful combination for reaching everyone, from students to entrepreneurs.As a US Marine veteran and former cybersecurity professional, Chris has been an intelligence analyst, incident responder, SOC analyst, threat intelligence leader, and security operations leader. On the creative side, Chris has been an award-winning podcaster, TV series showrunner, short film director, keynote speaker, event host, and writer. He is passionate about inspiring and empowering people to live out their personal and professional legend. With his unique combination of industry knowledge and creative skills, Chris can connect with audiences in an authentic and relatable way, inspiring trust and loyalty, which are crucial elements to building a successful brand, whether personal or corporate. He has created many award-winning shows, including Hacker Valley Studio and Technically Divided, alongside his co-founder Ron Eddings; he is a highly sought-after keynote speaker in technology and helps technology brands stand out from the rest through impactful storytelling.If you have a story to tell, an experience to create, or a community to reach, Chris can help.

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