Overview

February 25
10AM PT, 1PM ET

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Most higher education institutions have traditional disaster recovery plans in place, but those plans were built for outages, not targeted cyberattacks. Recovering clean, uncompromised data after a breach requires a very different playbook.

Join the Center for Digital Education and Commvault for an expert-led webinar on what true cyber recovery looks like and why it’s time to draw a hard line between disaster recovery and cyber recovery. You’ll walk away with practical insight into how colleges and universities can strengthen their cyber defenses and ensure continuity when it matters most.

We’ll cover:

  • Why traditional disaster recovery falls short in cyberattacks and what risks are often overlooked
  • How cyber recovery prioritizes clean, trusted data over just getting systems online
  • What higher ed leaders are doing to protect research, records, and operations from ransomware

Speakers

 

Derek Glascoe

Senior Manager, Sales Engineering – SLED West/Central - Commvault

Derek Glascoe is a seasoned Senior Manager of Sales Engineering for the US SLED West/Central region, with a deep expertise in the information technology and services industry. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma, Derek has over 20 years of experience in the field, specializing in Data Protection, Data Center, Storage Solutions, and Cyber Recovery. Derek's technical prowess is evident in his ability to tackle any project, no matter how complex or unfamiliar. He has a remarkable talent for quickly mastering new technologies and methodologies, ensuring that he can deliver exceptional results every time. His expertise in backup and recovery solutions has been a cornerstone of his career, from implementing robust data protection strategies to designing resilient storage architectures. Beyond his technical skills, Derek is known for his ability to teach and transfer knowledge. He fosters a culture of continuous learning within his team, encouraging cross-functional training to ensure that everyone is well-versed in the latest technologies and best practices. His leadership style is both supportive and effective, as he quietly pays attention to his team members, recognizing their strengths and weaknesses to assign the right person to the right task. Derek’s communication and presentation skills are exceptional, making him a trusted advisor to both customers and colleagues. His ability to explain complex technical concepts in clear, understandable terms has earned him a reputation as a master of his craft. With a bright future ahead, Derek continues to inspire and lead with excellence, driving success for his team and the organizations he serves.

 

Jared Whitehurst

Sales Director, SLED West - Commvault

Jared Whitehurst is a seasoned technology sales leader and Sales Director at Commvault, where he partners with higher education institutions to advance cyber resilience, data protection, and recovery readiness. His experience spans the broader SLED landscape—including state, city, county government, and K–12—providing a well-rounded perspective on public-sector cyber risk and operational realities. A passionate storyteller, Jared helps CIOs and CISOs translate complex security challenges into clear, actionable strategies. He leads with kindness, trust, and accountability, building credibility through practical insight and real-world impact.

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Ronald M. Bergmann — Moderator

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Education

Ronald M. Bergmann most recently served as Vice President for Information Technology and CIO at Lehman College/CUNY. At Lehman, Ron and his team pioneered the use of analytics, automated major business processes, enhanced classroom technology, and opened the first virtual reality lab in the region. Lehman was cited as an exemplar in the 2018 Horizon Report for its innovative Lehman 360 digital platform. Ron is a fellow of the EDUCAUSE/CLIR Frye (now Leading Change) Institute and was named in 2017 as one of the nation’s top technologists, transformers, and trailblazers by the Center for Digital Education. Ron previously served as first deputy commissioner of New York City's information technology agency where he was selected by Government Technology Magazine as one of the nation's leading individuals redefining and advancing technology's role in government. 

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