Pivots and Perseverance with Christian Espinosa
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
How Christian transitioned from a general cybersecurity focus to specializing in medical devices
How Christian effectively targeted prospects by attending medical device conferences instead of general cybersecurity events
Why he describes his role as a “risk taker” and how he helps medical device manufacturers ensure security and regulatory compliance
How Christian built an entirely remote team and addressed associated challenges
Why Christian emphasizes the importance of having a supportive network during difficult times
How Christian learned to be more patient as an entrepreneur
Christian Espinosa is the founder and CEO of Blue Goat Cyber, specializing in medical device cybersecurity to enhance patient safety and data integrity. A seasoned entrepreneur, he previously built and sold a cybersecurity business, learning firsthand how to scale and structure a company for acquisition without venture capital. Once driven by the need to be the “smartest in the room,” he transformed his leadership approach to embrace collaboration, adaptability, and continuous learning, a journey he shares in his books The Smartest Person in the Room and The In-Between: Life in the Micro.
A natural risk-taker, Christian thrives in high-pressure environments, whether securing medical devices against cyber threats or pushing his limits as a certified skydiver, PADI divemaster, and Ironman triathlete. He emphasizes strategic networking, industry engagement, and building a strong support system as key to entrepreneurial success. Beyond cybersecurity, he enjoys extreme sports, heavy metal music, and spicy foods, always embracing new challenges with resilience and determination.
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Episode edited and produced by Carson Childers of Furlong Creative.