Scott Spiro is the Founder and President of SugarShot, a strategic IT and cybersecurity firm he merged with his previous company, Computer Solutions Group. With over two decades of experience in technology and leadership, he developed SugarShot into a nationally recognized managed service provider before it was acquired by Treeline, a VC-backed platform, in 2024. Scott is also an angel investor and has spoken about cybersecurity on ABC News and Good Morning America.
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Starting and growing a business can be a lonely and unpredictable journey involving high-stakes decisions, shifts in company culture, and the evolution of technology. How can entrepreneurs stay resilient while protecting their people, growing their networks, and showing up as leaders?
For IT entrepreneur and cybersecurity expert Scott Spiro, resilience emerged through community, clarity, and courage. He emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with a strong support system, maintaining that EO gave him the tools and encouragement to make complex decisions, including navigating cultural integration post-merger and responding to threats from a disgruntled employee. Scott also urges companies to focus on employee training and foundational protections to build an adaptable business.
Tune in to this episode of The Decision as Robert Hartline chats with Scott Spiro, Founder and President of SugarShot, about the emotional decisions of entrepreneurship. Scott talks about adapting to crises, forming trusted peer relationships, and how companies can develop practical cybersecurity strategies.
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