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The Business Of Intelligence

INTELAB
Corporate Intelligence
Private Sector Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence
Executive Protection
Geopolitical Risk
Risk Management
Career Development
Business Intelligence
Geopolitics
Intelligence Sharing
Intelligence Requirements
Analytic Techniques
Professionalization Of Intelligence
SCIF Summit
Human Skills
Networking
Protective Intelligence
Corporate Security
Crisis Management
Academic Collaboration

Join seasoned intelligence professionals and business leaders Michael and Ryan as they explore how intelligence serves decision-makers beyond the traditional national security audience. Listen in as they connect with leading practitioners working at the intersection of business and risk in order to analyze and discuss the field of private sector intelligence. They break down about what's working, ... more

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In this episode of The Builder Series, we sit down with a two-time founder behind Ontic and now CenterSeat.ai to unpack what it takes to build in a complex, misunderstood market. From early mistakes and hard lessons to navigating fundraising, co-foun... more

What makes a senior intelligence leader leave big tech to help build an international startup? In this episode, Colin Reed, Chief Intelligence Officer of Clock&Cloud, shares why he made the move, and what he saw inside large organizations that convin... more

In Episode 34, we sit down with leading recruiters in the field to unpack how hiring actually works in the world of corporate security and intelligence. Our guests share candid insights on what separates top candidates, the mistakes that quietly dera... more

Transitioning from the Intelligence Community to the private sector is not just a career change. It’s a complete shift in how power, influence, and value actually work. In this episode of The Builder Series, Ryan sits down with two former Intelligenc... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Kopecky
Co-founder and CEO of CenterSeat.ai
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Episode: The Builder Series w/ CenterSeat.ai CEO + Co-Founder Tom Kopecky
Chris Meager
Co-founder of Entilus Search, recruiter in corporate intelligence and security
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Episode: The Business Of Intelligence Episode 34 w/ Chris Meager + James Butler
James Butler
Co-founder of Entilus Search, recruiter in corporate intelligence and security
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Suzanna Morrow
Global executive, intelligence leader, and advisor with 20+ years of experience
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Episode: The Builder Series w/ Suzanna Morrow + Jennifer Anthony of Morrow Anthony Partners
Jennifer Anthony
Expert analyst, security intelligence leader, and consultant with 20 years of experience
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Episode: The Builder Series w/ Suzanna Morrow + Jennifer Anthony of Morrow Anthony Partners
Adam Safir
Partner at Trust Street Advisors and co-founder of Sworn
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Episode: The Builder Series w/ Trust Street Advisors Partner + SWORN Co-Founder Adam Safir
Rachael Spanton
Founder and CEO of Victoria Intelligence, an AI company focused on anticipatory tools for intelligence analysis.
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Episode: The Builder Series w/ Victoria Intelligence CEO + Founder Rachael Spanton
Fred Burton
Former special agent, New York Times bestselling author, and co-author of The Protective Intelligence Advantage
Episode: The Business Of Intelligence Episode 31 with Fred Burton + Scott Stewart
Scott Stewart
Senior Vice President of Protective Intelligence at Torchstone Global, and co-author of The Protective Intelligence Advantage
Torchstone Global
Episode: The Business Of Intelligence Episode 31 with Fred Burton + Scott Stewart

Hosts

Ryan Long
Host of The Business Of Intelligence; longtime intelligence practitioner; affiliated with Intel Lab Ventures and The Business Of Intelligence network.
Michael
Host of The Business Of Intelligence; provides context across episodes and partnerships; often linked to The Business Of Intelligence network.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Critical for Private Sector Practitioners

    If you are a private sector security, risk, or intelligence practitioner, manager, or leader, or looking to transition into the private sector, this podcast is a must-listen and follow!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jba_2k_
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Idea

    A fantastic podcast! As an Intel professional, I find great value in every episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NavySteve87!
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Insight for Recovering IC Officers

    As a former military officer who dallied in the intelligence field, this podcast is great insight into applications of skills learned during your service.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T-Rhino
    United States4 years ago
  • Love the mission of this podcast!

    I have only listened to episode 0 and already love it. Great info and a great mission that you guys are covering. Intelligence is so important for business and definitely needs more awareness.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James F Miller
    Canada4 years ago

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Clear, practical insights for private-sector practitioners.
Great blend of founder stories and actionable advice for risk management.
Valuable perspective for Intel professionals transitioning to industry.

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Talking Points

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The Builder Series w/ CenterSeat.ai CEO + Co-Founder Tom Kopecky
Q: What does a modern compliance program look like in three to five years?
We will see recognized physical security frameworks with digital workflows that demonstrate compliance efficiently, reducing heavy, long audits while still pointing to established standards and maintaining cross-organization collaboration across HR and Legal.
The Builder Series w/ CenterSeat.ai CEO + Co-Founder Tom Kopecky
Q: What is the difference between being a first-time founder versus the second time around?
Second-time founders benefit from sharper instincts, established relationships, and a clearer sense of how to raise capital and test software safely; the key is to delegate effectively, avoid frenetic momentum, and leverage learned discipline from the prior venture.
The Builder Series w/ CenterSeat.ai CEO + Co-Founder Tom Kopecky
Q: Is there anything founders might misunderstand about the security customer that they should know?
Technology clients in security are forgiving when you communicate often, manage expectations, and deliver what you promise; but you must avoid turning relationships into mere transactions or overpromising beyond what you can realistically deliver.
The Builder Series w/ Clock&Cloud Chief Intelligence Officer Colin Reed
Q: What advice would you give to intelligence professionals considering a move to startups?
Colin emphasizes the mission-driven appeal of startups, the need for self-direction paired with internal accountability, and the importance of building public advocacy and market education to accompany product development.
The Builder Series w/ Clock&Cloud Chief Intelligence Officer Colin Reed
Q: What is fundamentally different about Clock&Cloud's approach to geopolitics for a business?
The platform combines a digital twin of the world with a company-specific data layer and an intelligence component, enabling six- to twelve-month scenario planning and a tailored risk model that can be owned by the business rather than outsourced to consultants.

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What is The Business Of Intelligence about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on how intelligence informs decision-making in business, risk management, and corporate security. Across episodes, guests range from startup founders and recruiters to AI-enabled intelligence platforms, geopolitical risk experts, and executives who bridge government and private-sector work. Major themes include building and scaling private-sector intelligence functions, embedding intelligence into business units, career transitions from public service to industry, and practical guidance on hiring, leadership, and risk mitigation in a rapidly evolving tech and geopolitical landscape. The emphasis on hands-on strategies, founder journeys, and the human side of intelligence—along with AI-enabled tooling and proactive risk man... more

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2. Chris Meager
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4. Suzanna Morrow
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