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Darren Coleman on Cybersecurity: Insights from ‘Easy Prey’ and Business Innovators Radio

Darren Coleman on Cybersecurity: Insights from ‘Easy Prey’ and Business Innovators Radio

Source: Business Innovators Radio

This interview explores a key reality businesses often overlook — cybersecurity risk is not just about technology, but about how organizations operate, make decisions, and manage exposure day-to-day.

Why Businesses Become “Easy Prey”

The term Easy Prey describes organizations that are vulnerable to cybercrime due to gaps in security, lack of awareness, or outdated systems.

As discussed in the interview, cybercrime has evolved into a highly organized, global industry targeting businesses through:

  • Phishing and credential theft
  • Ransomware attacks
  • Data breaches and identity theft
  • Employee-driven security gaps

Most businesses don’t realize they are exposed until it’s too late.

The Shift from IT Issue to Business Risk

Cybersecurity is no longer just a technical concern — it directly impacts revenue, operations, and reputation.

As threats become more advanced, businesses must move beyond reactive protection and adopt a structured, proactive approach to managing risk.

This includes securing systems, training employees, implementing policies, and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.

Insights from “Easy Prey”

The book Easy Prey brings together insights from leading cybersecurity experts on how businesses can protect themselves from modern threats.

It reinforces a simple but critical reality:

No business is too small to be targeted — and no system is safe without the right protections in place.

The focus is on helping organizations:

  • Understand how cyber attacks actually happen
  • Identify where they are vulnerable
  • Implement practical safeguards to reduce risk
  • Protect both data and business operations

Do You Know Where Your Business Is Exposed?

Most businesses don’t discover their risks until after an incident. A quick assessment can identify gaps before they become costly problems.

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Listen to the Full Interview

Listen to the full interview on Business Innovators Radio

Learn More About “Easy Prey”

View the book on Amazon

Visit Darren Coleman’s Amazon author page

What This Means for Your Business

If your organization relies on technology — and it does — understanding your exposure is no longer optional.

The organizations that take cybersecurity seriously will:

  • Reduce risk and financial exposure
  • Protect client and company data
  • Maintain operational continuity
  • Build long-term trust

The biggest risk isn’t cybercrime — it’s assuming it won’t happen to you.

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About Darren Coleman

Darren Coleman is the CEO of Coleman Technologies, a managed IT, cybersecurity, and AI solutions firm based in Langley, BC. He advises organizations on reducing risk, protecting critical systems, and aligning technology with long-term business outcomes.

About Coleman Technologies

Coleman Technologies is a managed IT and cybersecurity partner for growing businesses that can’t afford downtime, breaches, or guesswork. For over 25 years, we’ve helped organizations across British Columbia run stable, secure, and scalable technology environments—backed by 24/7 support, enterprise-grade security, and clear accountability. We don’t just fix IT problems. We take ownership of them.

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