Friday, June 5, 2026

As cybersecurity threats become more sophisticated, it becomes crucial for industry practitioners - not just IT departments - to become more familiar with how cyber attacks and risks work. In this panel discussion, you'll get insights into the current state of cybersecurity and threats in a non-technical yet practical manner, and understand risks and mitigation strategies particular to logistics organizations. The conversation will also address targeted cargo theft and other security-related issues.

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About the moderator:

Maria Bologna
Assistant Director - Business & Industry Services
Champlain College St. Lambert

About the panelists: 

Jim Kootnekoff
President, CEO, & Founder
SecuSolutions

Mr. Kootnekoff has been working in the cybersecurity industry for more than 27 years. Beginning in 1999, Mr. Kootnekoff formed his first cybersecurity company in Tokyo Japan. In 6 short years, he grew the company to become the number 2 ranked security company in Japan, serving fortune 500 companies as well as local and federal government. Under his direction, Mr. Kootnekoff’s staff, developed several industry-firsts, security services and products, one of which was built for and sold to IBM Japan. Mr. Kootnekoff has given countless speeches on the topic of cybersecurity throughout the globe, including a multi city collaboration with Symantec Japan, speaking on the topic of spyware and malware. 

Mr. Kootnekoff is also responsible for the overseeing of the Professional Security Services division of SecuSolutions which offers a number of critically important services including Penetration testing, infrastructure audits & reviews, as well as Governance, Risk and Compliance, (GRC).

Rajiv Seeras
Cybersecurity Executive
Cyber Reflect

 

Rajiv Seeras is a cybersecurity executive, educator, and founder of Cyber Reflect, a Canada-based advisory firm specializing in cyber resilience across complex and high-risk industries. With more than 18 years of global experience, he has helped over 100 organizations across North America, Europe, and Africa strengthen operational security, manage third-party risk, and protect digital supply chains. Rajiv works at the intersection of cybersecurity and business strategy—advising global organizations, financial institutions, and enterprise operations where operational continuity is mission-critical. His expertise spans cybersecurity governance, incident response readiness, supply chain risk management, and enterprise-wide security transformation aligned to frameworks such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, and CIS Critical Security Controls.

Holding internationally recognized certifications including CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, and ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer, Rajiv is also a highly regarded educator. He has trained more than 10,000 professionals—ranging from executives and board members to technical teams—helping them translate cyber risk into business decisions that strengthen resilience and protect stakeholder trust.

Laurie Stapley, CCLP, CCLMP
Manager, Transportation Technology
Kenvue

With over 30 years experience in the logistics industry, Laurie Stapley is a seasoned professional known for her extensive expertise and commitment to advancing the field.  A dedicated member of the Canadian Institute of Traffic for 24 years, Laurie has made significant contributions to the logistics community. Throughout her career, Laurie has worked with some of the most prominent organizations, including Canada’s largest customs broker, Nike, Fisher Scientific, Emerson and Johnson & Johnson Medical Products.  She currently works as Manager of Transportation Technology at Kenvue.  Her diverse experience spans various aspects of North America and global logistics, including transportation operations, trade compliance, freight pay, procurement, risk management, and transportation security.

In addition to her corporate roles, Laurie has served as a college instructor at Durham college, where she taught the Customs Enforcement and Immigration course, sharing her knowledge and experience with the next generation of professionals in the field. Laurie has also been actively involved in various industry associations, holding executive positions and contributing to the growth and development of the logistics sector.  Notably, she served as the Chair of the Toronto Area Council and has participated in numerous committees within CITT over the years.

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