In this episode of The Cyber Savvy Woman, host Rachele Schainker sits down with Michelle Hodges, a global channels and alliances executive, to explore the evolving cybersecurity landscape for small businesses.

Michelle shares insights from her extensive career in IT and channel alliances, including her experience driving channel-first transformations and building partner ecosystems. Together, they discuss how cybersecurity has shifted from a technical afterthought to a core business strategy — especially for small and mid-sized organizations.

The conversation highlights the role of AI in productivity and security, the critical intersection of human behavior and technology, and practical guidance for women who are interested in entering or advancing in cybersecurity. Michelle also offers actionable advice for small business owners on securing their IT infrastructure, building a security-first culture, and leveraging trusted partnerships.

Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on networking, leadership, and resilience, along with an honest discussion of the challenges and opportunities women face in the tech and cybersecurity space.

🎧 Tune in for actionable insights and strategies to strengthen your cybersecurity posture and lead with confidence in the digital world.

00:00 Introduction to The Cyber Savvy Woman 00:52 Meet Your Host, Rachele Schainker 01:10 Interview with Michelle Hodges 02:00 Michelle’s Career Journey 04:13 The Evolution of Cybersecurity 08:19 Women in Cybersecurity Leadership 11:39 Advice for Aspiring Women in Tech 16:57 Fun Personal Insights 19:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

🎙️ Designing Spaces, Securing Futures with Amy Fregosi

In this episode of The Cyber Savvy Woman, host Rachele Schainker sits down with Amy Fregosi, founder of Mondolfo Interior Design, to explore the powerful connection between intentional design, productivity, and cybersecurity for small business owners.

Amy shares her journey from a deeply creative childhood to building a successful interior design business that blends beauty with technical expertise. Together, Rachele and Amy discuss how physical environments influence mental clarity, why structure is just as important as creativity, and how technology plays a critical role in modern design workflows.

This conversation also dives into an often-overlooked topic in creative industries: cybersecurity. Amy explains why protecting your digital systems, passwords, and business identity is essential for long-term success — especially for women entrepreneurs and creatives who rely heavily on technology every day.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How intentional spaces support focus, confidence, and peace of mind

• The balance between creativity and structure in business

• Tools designers and entrepreneurs rely on daily

• Why small businesses are not “too small” to be hacked

• Practical cybersecurity habits every entrepreneur should adopt

⏱️ Episode Chapters

00:00 Welcome to The Cyber Savvy Woman

00:52 Meet Your Host, Rachele Schainker

01:17 Amy’s Journey into Interior Design

04:06 Balancing Creativity and Structure

09:39 The Role of Technology in Design

11:27 Creating Inspiring Workspaces

25:38 Cybersecurity for Small Business Owners

31:04 Rapid Fire Tech Questions

32:47 Final Thoughts

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In this episode of THE CYBER SAVVY WOMAN, host Rachele Schainker sits down with executive coach and author Rachel Burr for a thoughtful conversation on leadership, mindset, and navigating change in a tech-driven world.

Rachel Burr shares her journey into leadership coaching, the critical role of mindset and self-awareness, and why imposter syndrome is far more common among leaders than many realize—especially women. Together, they explore practical ways to build trust and resilience within teams, how leaders can create a healthy culture around cybersecurity without fear or overwhelm, and why partnerships matter when navigating complex technology decisions.

Rachel also discusses key insights from her book Butterfly Goo, a powerful metaphor for transformation that emphasizes embracing discomfort, leveraging core strengths, and trusting yourself through change. The episode wraps with a rapid-fire cybersecurity round that blends humor, perspective, and practical awareness.

This episode is a must-listen for women business owners and leaders who want to lead with confidence, clarity, and courage—without needing to be deeply technical.

Episode Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Cyber Savvy Woman

00:52 Meet Your Host, Rachel Schenker

01:17 Interview with Rachel Burr: Leadership and Transformation

01:48 The Journey to Leadership Coaching

03:19 Mindset Shifts in Leadership

06:17 Imposter Syndrome and Leadership Challenges

08:02 Building Trust and Resilience in Teams

09:47 Self-Awareness in Leadership

11:36 Creating a Culture of Cybersecurity Awareness

14:24 The Importance of Partnerships in Cybersecurity

15:29 Modeling Good Habits and Communication

16:56 Butterfly Goo: A Story of Transformation

20:01 Trusting Yourself and Learning from Mentors

20:39 A Hilarious Golf Lesson Gone Wrong

23:12 Daily Practices for Women Leaders

24:06 The Importance of Self-Reliance

26:41 Debunking Leadership Myths

28:43 Balancing Strategy and People Management

30:46 Rapid Fire Round: Cybersecurity Insights

33:44 Closing Thoughts and Where to Find More

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