A cyber attack is a catastrophic event for any organization. Therefore, effective cyber crisis communication is crucial but often overlooked and an internal concern. In this conversation, we will talk about critical communications and why it is essential to recover quickly and with their reputation intact.
Ann Marie van den Hurk is the founder of Mind The Gap Advisory and an executive advisor on crisis readiness and decision authority. She works with leadership teams navigating cyber, AI, and synthetic media risks, helping organizations maintain alignment and credibility when high-stakes decisions unfold under pressure.
Born in the Republic of Ireland, raised and educated in the United States, and lived in Europe, Ann Marie blends American and European sensibilities into her practice allowing for a unique global perceptive. She holds an M.S. in Justice and Homeland Security with a concentration in Cybersecurity and Intelligence from Salve Regina University. In addition, Ann Marie has a B.A. in International Relations from the University of Delaware. She is an active member of PRSA, InfraGard, AFCEA International, SAE International and ICS4ICS.
Based in Newport, Rhode Island, in New England, Ann Marie partners with clients throughout the United States and the world.
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