Don’t Let Your Vendors Spill the Beans: Third-Party Risk, Decoded

In this episode of Data Security over Coffee, we’re joined by Jeff Buettler, Director of Technology at Pottsgrove School District, for a deep dive into third-party risk management, AI oversight, and the importance of vendor trust in K–12 education.

With over 19 years in educational technology, Jeff brings real-world insight into how vendor relationships, cybersecurity readiness, and trust shape the future of IT leadership. If you’re navigating third-party vendor risk or looking to better understand AI’s impact in schools, this conversation is for you.

Topics Covered:

✅ How to vet and build trust with third-party vendors

✅ What keeps IT leaders up at night in 2025

✅ The real risks behind “free” AI tools in education

✅ Why security starts with relationships, not just controls

✅ How to align your vendors with your district’s mission

Don’t miss this candid, insightful, and empowering episode on how to build stronger vendor ecosystems without getting burned.

Learn more about Reclamere’s SCR360 Vendor Risk Management Program: https://info.reclamere.com/scr360-third-party-vendor-risk-management