1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 In this episode of the BORN Podcast, we sit down with Brian Stone, Mike Romano, and Mike Williams of Appalachia Technologies—a Pennsylvania-based cybersecurity and IT services firm with deep local roots and a bold vision for the future. They reflect on building the company from the ground up after their former employer relocated, and how their commitment to culture, service, and people-first leadership has shaped every step of their 20-year journey. The conversation spans everything from succession planning and cultivating next-generation leaders to the evolving role of AI in cybersecurity. They share how a foundation of trust and feedback has helped them scale, adapt, and stay ahead of threats in an ever-changing tech landscape. This episode is packed with insight for anyone navigating leadership transitions, building team culture, or trying to stay human in a high-tech world. For more about the BORN Podcast: https://bodenwealth.com/born-podcast/ For more information about Appalacia Technologies: LinkedIn: Appalachia Technologies &amp;nbsp; Facebook: Appalachia Technologies&amp;nbsp; Twitter/X: Appalachia Technologies Website: Appalacia Technologies The BORN Podcast https://sites.libsyn.com/423362 <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/37266995/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/190347545