Mario Zaki - Podcast Details

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UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses62. How Elderly Scams Could Destroy Your Business and Family Wealth - with Jocelyn KingHosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ | Mario Zaki - https://www.mazteck.com/Guest: Jocelyn King, "Queen of Online Safety" - https://www.smarteronlinesafety.com/ In this eye-opening episode, cybersecurity expert Jocelyn King shares her harrowing personal story of being targeted by cybercriminals for years, losing over $500,000, and how it led to her mission of protecting others online.The conversation focuses on a critical but underserved area: protecting our elderly community from cyber scams. With over 40billionstolenfromAmericans60+lastyearalone,andaveragelossesexceeding40billionstolenfromAmericans60+lastyearalone,andaveragelossesexceeding60,000 per victim, this isn't just about protecting grandparents—it's...2025-07-2347 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses61. When Six Figures Nearly Vanished: A Real-World Guide to Protecting Your Business from Wire Fraud The Reality Check Every Business Owner Needs 2025-07-2236 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses60. The Brutal Truth Your Cybersecurity Is Probably Worthless - with Adriel Desautels 2025-07-1444 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses59. Your Factory Is Wide Open: How to Lock Down Connected Machines Before It’s Too Late with Tory BjorklundyYour Factory Is Wide Open: How to Lock Down Connected Machines Before It’s Too LateLegacy machines were never designed to be connected—or protected. But in modern manufacturing, connectivity is a must. So how do you protect your business when the shop floor is now on the network?In this episode, Justin talks with Tory Bjorklund, manufacturing consultant and author of Digital Transformation Guidebook, about the surprising ways attackers exploit connected machines, what most companies still get wrong, and how to secure industrial systems without breaking your operations.In this episode:Wh...2025-07-0358 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses58. The AI Advantage: How Small Businesses Can Compete (and Win) Like the Big Guys with Brad GrouxThis week on UnHacked, we’re talking with Brad Groux (cybersecurity engineer, tech founder, and co-host of The Digital Meld podcast) about how AI is quietly shaping how we build, manage, and lead our businesses.From SMBs to the enterprise, Brad has worked with it all. In this episode, we break down:Why we’re already outsourcing leadership decisions to AI (and what to do about it)How SMBs can avoid tech fatigue while still innovatingThe new risks AI introduces, and how to defend against themWhy cybersecurity and business growth are now inseparableWhether you're an M...2025-07-0148 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses57. The Password Trap: What It’s Costing Your Business (And How to Escape) with Raul CepedaPassword fatigue isn’t just annoying—it’s expensive and dangerous. In this episode of UnHacked, Raul Cepeda Jr. from rf IDEAS breaks down the hidden costs of password dependence and shows small businesses a better way forward. From clinicians wasting hours re-logging into systems to the real risk of password-related breaches, Raul makes the case for going passwordless—safely, securely, and affordably.🔗 Learn more at rfideas.com 🔗 Explore passkey adoption at fidoalliance.org 2025-06-2438 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses56. Unlocked Remote Access: How One Mistake Brought a Manufacturer to a Halt with Brett GalantIn this episode of UnHacked, cybersecurity strategist Brett Gallant walks us through a real-world disaster—a manufacturing plant brought to its knees by an unsecured remote access tool. We break down what went wrong, how it could’ve been prevented, and why business leaders must stop assuming their IT support has cybersecurity covered.If you’re a manufacturer—or any business relying on third-party tools and vendors—this is a wake-up call you can’t afford to miss.🔗 Learn more about Brett’s work at adaptiveoffice.ca 📘 Why Your Business Must Have Cybersecurity Risk Assessments → Amazon 2025-06-2159 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses55. From Breached to Bulletproof: How Smart Businesses Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats with Michael RitsemaWhat would happen if your entire business was encrypted overnight? No files. No access. No plan.In this episode of UnHacked, we sit down with Michael Ritsema—cybersecurity strategist and President of i3 Business Solutions—who’s helped multiple companies survive full-scale breaches. Together with co-hosts Bryan Lachapelle and Mario Zake, we unpack what actually happens when things go sideways, why most CEOs think they're covered (but aren't), and how to make your business bulletproof—starting today.This episode is for every business owner who’s ever thought: 🧠 “That won’t happen to us.” 🧠 “We hav...2025-06-0437 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses54. The Receipts Are Fake, The Photos Are Lies: A Small Business Owner's Survival Guide with Mounir IbrahimThree small business owners are about to discover why their $150 inspection costs are bankrupting them—and how one diplomat's experience in Syrian war zones revealed the game-changing solution.In this eye-opening episode, cybersecurity experts Justin, Bryan, and Mario sit down with Mounir Ibrahim, former US diplomat and Chief Communications Officer at TruePic. Mounir shares how witnessing fake images derail international investigations led him to a technology that's revolutionizing how businesses verify digital content.What You'll Learn: • How to eliminate $150 inspection fees and reduce wait times from 3 days to 1 hour • Why your customers' photos, receipts, and docume...2025-05-2946 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses53. The One Thing That’s Tanking Your Business Value (And How to Fix It) with James DuBosAre your cybersecurity gaps quietly devaluing your business? In this episode, entrepreneur and advisor Jim DuBos shares the top reasons buyers walk away—and how small business owners can protect their company’s value before it’s too late. Learn the 3 essential controls every buyer looks for, how to build a culture of security, and why cybersecurity is a business growth strategy, not just an IT concern. Download Jim DuBos’ Cybersecurity Program for Small Business 2025-05-2736 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses52. Deepfakes Are Coming for Your Business: Here’s How to Fight Back with Ilke DemirIn this episode, hosts Justin Shelley and Mario Zaki welcome Dr. Ilkay Damir, a deep fake detection expert who developed FakeCatcher at Intel. Dr. Damir explains how deepfakes threaten businesses through financial scams, political misinformation, and reputation damage. She discusses her groundbreaking technology that detects fake videos by analyzing blood flow signals in faces with 96% accuracy. The conversation covers practical protection strategies for business owners, including using the Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) standard and protective technologies like "My Art My Choice" that prevent AI from successfully replicating content. Dr. Damir's message: we're not doomed - businesses can...2025-05-2052 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses51. Behind the Likes: What Small Business Owners Must Know About Social Media FraudIn this episode of UnHacked, hosts Justin Shelley and Mario Zake are joined by Tim O'Hearn, author and former software engineer, to explore the darker side of social media engagement strategies. Tim shares insights from his personal journey of creating social media bots and discusses the implications of fake activity on platforms like Instagram. The conversation delves into the potential harm of artificial social proof, highlighting the need for small business owners to be discerning about social media metrics. Tim also discusses his book, Framed: A Villain's Perspective on Social Media, and the broader impact of deceptive online practices...2025-05-1459 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses50. Security Is a Team Sport: Turning Employees from Liabilities to Cyber DefendersThis episode focuses on the critical role people play in cybersecurity. The hosts discuss how most breaches (95-97%) involve human error, emphasizing that while technology defenses are important, humans remain the weakest link. They explore how hackers exploit human psychology through social engineering and why creating a positive security culture that rewards reporting and learning is crucial. The episode includes stories of successful security awareness programs and offers practical advice for organizations looking to strengthen their "human firewall."2025-05-0745 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses49. Mac or PC? Mario and Damien Duke it out in This Epic Battle of Who Is More SecureToday we bring in a guest who consults with solopreneurs who run their businesses on Macs. This question is debated all the time: Is Mac really more secure than Windows? Well, today we heat things up on UnHacked as we battle it out. Where is Windows more vulnerable?Where is Mac more vulnerable?What threats are the same (PC vs Mac)I don't know that we ever solved the primary question... but here are some good tips for staying safe, regardless of which platform you are passionate about.2025-04-0853 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses48. I Hate the Cybersecurity Industry with Dave Sobel of The Business of Tech PodcastDave Sobel is the host of The Business of Tech, a podcast that delivers the latest IT services and MSP-focused news and commentary. Curated to stories that matter with commentary answering ‘Why Do We Care?Dave shocked me when he said, "I hate the cybersecurity industry!" So I said, "Let's discuss!" The bottom line is this: we as a society can and should do better. As consumers of cybersecurity products and services, we need to push back on vendors. Why do they get away with having no skin in the game?As citizens, we need to pus...2025-04-0451 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses47. Architects of Defense with Lori CrooksLori Crooks is the Founder and CEO of Cadra, Inc. The organization focuses on security assessments and security management projects. With a career focused on information security assessments, developing policies and standards, and advising clients regarding their information security requirements, Lori brings a deep understanding of information security controls 2025-04-0350 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses46. Cybersecurity Meets Financial Planning with Eric BrotmanEric D. Brotman, CFP®, is the CEO of BFG Financial Advisors, President of Brotman Consulting Group, LLC, host of the Don’t Retire… Graduate! podcast, and author of the award-winning book, Don’t Retire… Graduate!Use code "unhacked" for a 25% discount on Eric's book: https://dontretiregraduatebook.com/ In our pre-interview meeting, Eric said: “Very few things keep me up at night. Not stocks, not capital hill, but having my identity stolen and company infiltrated.” And he has a great reason for this. Several years ago his company was hit with a ransomware attack.2025-03-2644 min

MSP Success PodcastMy First Million: How Mario Zaki Grew His MSP To $3 Million Per YearMario Zaki, founder and CEO of Mazteck shares how he grew his MSP from a solo break-fix operation to a $3 million managed services business. He explains how a single campaign helped him convert clients to recurring revenue, how rapid implementation changed his approach to sales and service and why showing clients real invoice comparisons made the shift to MSP an easy sell. Mario also shares his plan to turn Mazteck into a family legacy for his kids and the mindset that’s kept him growing year after year. To reserve a personalized marketing roadmap str...2025-03-2617 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses45. How to Protect Your Business When Using 3rd Party IntegrationsWe make a lot of assumptions in the world of tech and cybersecurity. The most common one I see is assuming that a vendor is properly protecting your data. And honestly, that feels like the only option since we can't really see behind the curtains. But what if I told you there is a way to verify that your vendors have the proper cybersecurity safeguards in place? Take a listen!2025-03-2133 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses44. How Will Tariffs Impact Cybersecurity Risks?How will tariffs impact cybersecurity? As costs rise, we will be forced to make difficult decisions. Many will choose not to upgrade old technology which gives the bad guys a huge advantage. Here's what to do about it.2025-03-1835 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses43. Locking Down AI with Alec CrawfordLast week we talked about how AI can improve processes and output. Today, we’re going to talk more about the security side of AI.2025-03-1239 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses42. Th-AI Took Our Jobs! with Chase FriedmanLike all things in tech, AI is a tool that can be used for good or bad. Today we talk with Chase Friedman, managing partner of Alpine Anchor, about leveraging AI to improve processes, outputs, and profitability.2025-03-1147 min

MSP Success PodcastMy First Million Exclusive: Success Stories from Multi-Million Dollar MSPsIn this exclusive episode, Adam Spencer, Roland Parker and Mario Zaki reveal the key decisions that helped them break out of stagnation and build multimillion-dollar MSPs. They share hard-earned lessons on attracting high-value clients, eliminating time-wasting break-fix work and implementing marketing strategies that drive real growth. From overcoming revenue plateaus to scaling a profitable, efficient business, this episode is packed with insights you can’t afford to miss.Get a free 60-minute marketing strategy session and discover proven IT marketing strategies that deliver results. We’ll walk you through a tested roadmap and actionable strategies to grow your...2025-02-2632 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses41. High-Stakes Divorces and Cybersecurity - with Jonathan SteeleThis week we talk with Jonathan Steele, a prominent high-stakes divorce attorney who doubles as a cybersecurity expert.At Steele Fortress, Jonathan leverages his unique blend of legal and cybersecurity expertise to provide comprehensive cybersecurity and privacy consulting services. His deep understanding of both the legal and technical aspects of cybersecurity and privacy makes him a valuable asset to any organization looking to bolster their security posture and navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity laws and regulations.2025-02-2542 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses40. Ransomware Attacks QUADRUPLED in 2024 - and what to do about itCompared to 2023, ransomware attacks increased 4x in 2024. Why? Because it's EASY! With RaaS (Ransomware as a Service), anyone can be a successful bad guy. On average, it only takes someone 74 minutes to pull off a cyberheist. No skills required. This is the problem. Take a listen to learn the solution.2025-02-2527 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses39. Forget the Russians - The ATTORNEYS are Coming!It's bad enough that cyber-thugs are coming for our businesses. And our bank accounts. But there's a new threat that is gaining traction: class-action lawsuits. But there's good news! A Plan of Action with Milestones (POAM for short) is your get-out-of-jail-free card. Listen up... and we'll break it down!2025-02-1841 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses38. Compliance First - Protecting Your Empire with Tim Golden of Compliance ScorecardTim Golden of Compliance Scorecard joins us to discuss the meaning and importance of measuring against an official security framework 2025-02-111h 00

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses37. Why We Are Losing the Cyberwar - The Root Cause and New Solution with Christian EspinosaAs business owners and execs, we are responsible for EVERYTHING! While cybersecurity may not be your native language, it is critical to learn enough to make informed decisions. UnHacked is a great place to start!Today we talk with Christian Espinosa about the cybersecurity basics, as well as his 7 Step Secure Methodology. 2025-01-2159 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses36. Breaking Down a Doctor's Rant with Evgeniy KharamIn today’s episode, we talk about a disgruntled doctor, his real/understandable problems, and [perhaps] a bigger problem with mindset; and as always, wrap it up with the formula to protect your business from Boris Grishenko. 2025-01-1456 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses35. 6 Signs Your IT Company is Leaving You ExposedHow do you REALLY know that your IT company has you properly protected? How do you know you are getting what you pay for? This is one decision where you cannot afford to be wrong.2024-11-2645 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses34. Before the Breach: A Business Owner’s Hard Lesson in Cyber Readiness with Robert CioffiMost business owners think a major cyber incident won’t happen to them—until it does.In this powerful episode of UnHacked, Robert Cioffi shares the real story of what happened when his systems went down and his company faced every leader’s worst fear. This isn’t about theory—it’s about resilience, company culture, and the choices that define you in a crisis.We also discuss:What to do when you’ve followed all the rules and still get hitHow company culture becomes your greatest asset during chaosWhy frameworks (like CIS, NIST, HIPAA, C...2024-10-291h 27

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses32. The Formula - Part 2: Protect Your DataData backup used to be simple: a tape drive on the server and you're good to go! Now data lives everywhere. Taming this beast can be a challenge to say the least. Here's a quick-start guide:Go through each department and major function in your business (BizDev, Operations, Finance, HR, etc.)Identify the technology used for eachMake a note of where the associated data is storedCreate a plan for backing it up and testing the processMost important: review this process regularly because things change!2024-10-1540 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses31. The Formula - Part 1: Protect Your TechnologyFor Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we decided to do something special. So over the next 3 weeks we will deep-dive on each of these areas and give you a list of what needs to be done, as well as how you can verify that it’s implemented. This week: Protect Your Technology 2024-10-0854 min

UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses30. What Exactly Is The Dark Web, Anyway?In today’s episode, we are going to answer the burning question I know you all have: “What in the hell is the Dark Web?” Spoiler alert, we talk about the tame stuff on here. It is a vile place to hang out. That said, our breach breakdown of the week is 23andMe. This is old news, but the proposed settlement is happening now. … Then, as always, we’ll wrap it up with the formula to protect your business from Boris Grishenko. 2024-10-0144 min