In this episode, host Scott Fisher sits down with Taylor May, Founder and CEO of SecurityVIP (SVIP) and host of Nothing But the Truth, for a candid conversation about what it truly means to be an innovative leader in today’s fast-moving technology landscape.

With more than 12 years of experience in the security industry, Taylor shares how SVIP was born during the pandemic and evolved into a trusted research platform designed to bridge the gap between manufacturers and end users. Built on honesty and transparency, SVIP has become a space for real conversations about emerging technologies—what works, what doesn’t, and what the future demands from those building and deploying new solutions.

Throughout the discussion, Taylor and Scott explore the rapid evolution of the security ecosystem, including agentic AI, the growing convergence of physical security and cybersecurity, and the importance of cross-industry collaboration. Taylor explains why being upfront about a product’s limitations isn’t a weakness, but a catalyst for stronger partnerships and better innovation.

Taylor May is recognized as an IFSEC Global Security Influencer, an Honored Listee in Marquis Who’s Who in America, and a Top 40 Global Thought Leader by the Life Safety Alliance. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University, where he competed as a Defensive End on the 2011 Big 12 Championship Football Team, and an MBA from the University of Dallas. This episode offers valuable insight for leaders, technologists, and innovators looking to build trust, embrace authenticity, and help shape the future of security and technology.