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September 2, 2025 β€’ 15 mins

Episode Summary:
In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn speaks with Jason Elrod, Chief Information Security Officer for MultiCare Health System, a healthcare organization in the Pacific Northwest. They discuss:

  • How early programming experience and a people-first mindset helped Jason rise to leadership without a traditional college degree
  • Balancing ambition with energy and habits for long-term success
  • The importance of clear communication, setting boundaries, and taking time off to avoid burnout
  • Challenges with common hiring practices in cybersecurity and advice for those breaking into the field

This episode is a reminder that protecting your energy is essential to effective leadership.


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Produced in partnership with Click Solutions Group β€” providing cybersecurity leadership, strategy, and technology solutions for modern enterprises.
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