In this episode of The Impact Room, Michelle Ansell speaks with Lyndon Purnell, a seasoned Chief Information Officer and fractional technology leader with more than two decades of experience across digital, cyber security, data and large-scale transformation. Together they cover:• The real role of a CIO and how it differs from a CTO• Why technology spend is often wasted and how to build value instead• Practical steps smaller organisations can take to reduce cyber vulnerability• How to assess your tech and cyber posture in the first 30 days• Why people, not systems, are the biggest cyber risk• How fractional CIOs are helping businesses access FTSE-level talent without permanent headcount• The leadership mindset required to navigate AI, automation and fast-moving digital change• How leaders can better understand tech without needing to become experts Lyndon helps unpack  Perfect for CEOs, COOs, operational leaders and boards who want to strengthen resilience, make better technology decisions, and avoid the risks of an increasingly digital world. Follow Lyndon Purnell here. https://linkedin.com/in/lyndonpurnell If you would prefer to watch this episode you can do that here: https://youtu.be/DbYkh2QV_e0 Learn more about Douglas Jackson, the independent boutique recruitment and executive search firm who hire more impactful, diverse leaders on a Permanent, Interim, NED and Fractional basis to help your business, thrive, scale, transform and grow. https://www.douglas-jackson.com/services-retained-executive-search-firm/ #hireachiefinformationofficer #cio #fractionalhires