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Colin Whittaker

Founder & Director at Informed Risk Decisions Ltd
Colin is a leading PCI and payments security expert with over 15 years shaping global risk strategies. A former PCI SSC Board advisor and Visa Europe security leader, he now consults internationally and is widely recognized for his contributions, publications, and keynote presentations in cybersecurity.

Shane Hasert

Director of Threat Research & Cyber Security Standards at ProcessUnity
Shane brings 35 years of cybersecurity expertise, including 18 years focused on third-party risk management and auditing. An Air Force veteran, he has led security programs across multiple industries and holds top certifications including CISSP, CISA, CRISC, and CDPSE. He currently directs threat research and cybersecurity standards at ProcessUnity.

Jared Siddle

Director of Risk , North America at Protecht Group
Jared is an accomplished risk leader with extensive experience managing global risk and compliance teams across 26+ countries. He has served as Head of Risk for major financial institutions including Vanguard and Fidelity International. Now at Protecht Group, he specializes in enterprise risk management and holds multiple prestigious risk certifications.

Theo Zafirakos

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Terranova Security by Fortra
Theo is a seasoned cybersecurity leader specializing in security awareness, governance, privacy, and program effectiveness. He supports global organizations in developing impactful training strategies, oversees internal security initiatives, and guides personalized awareness campaigns. With two decades at CN, he brings deep expertise and frequently speaks at industry events.

Transforming Third-Party GRC Strategies with Executive Buy-in

Dec 14 / IT GRC Forum

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, organizations face increasing pressure to manage third-party risks effectively while maintaining compliance and operational resilience. A strong Third-Party Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) program is crucial, but gaining support from executive leadership can be challenging. This webinar explores proven strategies to secure executive buy-in and elevate the impact of your third-party risk management (TPRM) program.


You’ll learn how to clearly communicate the value and ROI of TPRM by highlighting how it reduces annual loss expectancy and mitigates costly third-party incidents. Our experts will guide you through building a compelling business case, selecting the right executive sponsor, and equipping stakeholders to advocate for your program. We will also cover how to strengthen cross-functional collaboration, align TPRM initiatives with organizational goals, and embed key processes into corporate policies to ensure long-term success.


Join us to discover practical, actionable insights that will help you elevate your TPRM program and drive stronger organizational support.