Building a Smarter, Safer Lakeland: AI, Innovation & Cybersecurity - Listen Lakeland October 2026

Technology is transforming the way we live, work, and do business. But how can Lakeland embrace innovation while protecting our community from emerging digital threats? In this episode of Listen Lakeland, host and Lakeland Vision Board Member Tiffany Van Wieren, welcomes Joshua Sitta, Co-Founder of Sittadel, and Chip Nuttall, Founder of Daybook Consulting, for a conversation about Lakeland's growing technology sector, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and the future of our local economy. From the increasing sophistication of AI-powered cyberattacks to new opportunities for entrepreneurs and technology professionals, the discussion explores how collaboration, education, and innovation can strengthen Lakeland's business community. Discover how local partnerships, emerging technologies, and practical cybersecurity strategies are helping build a smarter, safer, and more innovative Lakeland.