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236 - Sametria Mckinney, CISO, H: Cyber Protect Series, The Bahamas Office of the Prime Minister - Cyber Reef
Let us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇧🇸Cyber Reef🇧🇸This is an exciting and yet another global episode of Heads Talk for the #HTCyberProtectSeries. We talk to an individual who established the Cybersecurity Department for the Central Bank of The Bahamas. That is just one of her achievements and I get the feeling there will be a lot more to come. Sametria McKinney currently serves as the Director at the Office of the Prime Minister, where she leads the National Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT-BS). In this role, she spearheads initiatives to enhance The Bahamas' cyber resilience; and oversees the development and implementation of the nation's first National Cybersecurity Strategy. Prior to this, she was the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the Central Bank of The Bahamas, where she established the Bank's Information Security Department.Sametria’s contributions to cybersecurity have earned her International recognition, including:The ISSA International President’s Award for Cybersecurity in Public Service (2023); and The ISC2 Senior Professional Award for the Americas Region (2024).It was truly enjoyable and enlightening to witness the effort involved in building a security department and to explore the distinct challenges faced by financial institutions compared to other industries. Sametria is a force of nature, deeply committed to ensure cybersecurity alignment and resilience across the Caribbean. Her focus on action over recognition makes her an unsung hero in this critical field—an admirable and inspiring quality.Topics Covered: ◽️Cybersecurity & Financial Institutions - A Whole Different Level◽️Building a CISO Department within The Central Bank◽️The Bahamas Cultural Ethos Around Cyber Treats◽️The Meaning of Cyber Reef◽️Ministry of Economic Affairs◽️Governmental Spend Allocation Dilemma in Small States◽️Island States Collaboration in Cybersecurity◽️Cybersecurity Investment Balance with Business Innovation Costs◽️Regional Governance & PracticesSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Mulled Cider Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Series Sponsored by ◽️Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTNGCloudSeriesSupport the showFollow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at [email protected]
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235 - Rafie Faruq, CEO: Genie AI - The Law Industry Disrupters
Let us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇬🇧The Law Industry Disrupters🇬🇧 We have another special episode on Heads Talk today. A disrupter that is taking the legal world by storm. Rafie Faruq is a pioneering entrepreneur and Artificial Intelligence expert, transforming the legal industry by harnessing cutting-edge technology to make legal services more accessible and affordable. As the co-founder and CEO of Genie AI, a venture-backed legal technology company that has raised nearly $18 million from top investors like Google Ventures and Khosla Ventures, Rafie leads a platform that serves over 80,000 users globally, generating more than 100,000 legal documents to date. Under his guidance, Genie AI is redefining the traditional billable-hour model by delivering fast legal solutions through advanced AI-powered tools. The company’s innovative approach has earned recognition as the only AI organisation listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work. Long before the recent buzz, Rafie was already a trailblazer in Generative AI. With a background spanning philosophy, economics, and machine learning, he applied his expertise to legal applications years ahead of the industry’s current wave of interest. His vision and leadership have positioned Genie AI as a global leader in the adoption of transformative legal technology. Watch out for 'Proactive AI'. This episode covers a wide range of topics, from philosophical and ethical considerations in AI to innovative leadership and team management strategies. Rafie shares his belief in the effectiveness of the Spotify squads model, supported by proven results, and discusses the importance of carefully controlling AI's application in appropriate contexts. The conversation also covered technical aspects, including neural networks and early large language models, with a thought-provoking conclusion on the ethical implications of technological advancements—because sometimes, just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.Topics Covered: ◽️Disrupting the Legal Market and Industry◽️Genie AI's USP◽️Crossroads of Legal and AI◽️Agentic AI in Genie◽️Multi-Agent AI◽️AGI◽️Proactive AI◽️Ethical Priorities◽️Data Sovereign, Security and Privacy◽️Neuroscience, BCIs and Thoughts on the Future of AI◽️"1000% Attack" Methodology In Business for High Performance Teams◽️Advice for Budding Disrupters & Entrepreneurs seeking Venture FundsEpisode Brought to you by ◽️Genie AI - 𝕎𝕠𝕣𝕝𝕕'𝕤 𝕄𝕠𝕤𝕥 𝕊𝕖𝕔𝕦𝕣𝕖 𝔸𝕀 𝕃𝕖𝕘𝕒𝕝 𝔸𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕤𝕥𝕒𝕟𝕥Support the showFollow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at [email protected]
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234 - Michael Conway, EP: Cyber Protect Series, IBM - AI Real-World Use Cases and the Five Pillars of Trust
Let us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇬🇧AI Real-World Use Cases and the Five Pillars of Trust🇬🇧Today on Heads Talk for the #HTCyberProtectSeries, we have a captivating conversation with IBM again. This time we talk to Michael Conway, Executive Partner and the UK AI and Business Transformation Leader for IBM Consulting. Michael oversees the Transformation Growth Platform. He drives enterprise strategy, customer transformation, finance, supply chain, data and AI initiatives, talent development, and leads the Promontory Financial Group. With deep expertise in financial services, Michael specialises in leveraging AI to deliver personalised customer experiences in regulated industries, while enabling career growth for IBM employees and enabling client success through advanced technologies.I really enjoyed this conversation and the gem information shared by Michael on IBM's modus operandi. Have a listen for the five pillars of trust and Michael's passion on obtaining, growing and inspiring individuals in this business of disruptive tech. Topics Covered: ◽️AI Tax◽️IBM's Real-World AI Use Cases◽️AI: 5 Pillars of Trust◽️Remember the Purpose of AI◽️Ethical AI◽️GDPR, Regulations & Governance◽️AI Hosting Risk◽️Data Ownership - Clear Definition ◽️Talent DevelopmentSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Mojitea Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Series Sponsored by ◽️Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. ABOUT THE HOST#AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTCyberProtectSeries #HeadsTalkPodcast Support the showFollow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at [email protected]
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233 - Neema Uthappa, CIO: Cyber Protect Series, Oliver Wyman - CIO Blueprint for AI Bias Mitigation and Strategic Cybersecurity Investment
Let us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇺🇸CIO Blueprint for AI Bias Mitigation and Strategic Cybersecurity Investment🇺🇸It’s been exactly a year since my next guest first joined me on Heads Talk, and I couldn’t resist bringing her back for the #HTCyberProtectSeries! Once again, she delivers an insightful, engaging, and immensely valuable contribution to the series—an absolute delight to have her on board! Neema Uthappa is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of Oliver Wyman Group. She is a seasoned leader in technology and digital transformation, overseeing technology across Oliver Wyman, Lippincott, and NERA, driving innovation & excellence within the firm and for its clients. With over 23 years of experience in AI, blockchain technology, and robotic process automation, Neema brings a wealth of expertise from her previous roles, including Head of Engineering for Cloud Data Analytics & AI at McKinsey & Company, and leadership positions at American Express and McKesson Corporation.Some of Neema’s groundbreaking achievements include being one of the first executive women officers in the Indian Navy’s Works Branch, where she served for eight years. Now, as part of the Marsh McLennan Technology Leadership Team, she is focused on empowering Oliver Wyman’s colleagues & delivering forward-looking solutions to clients. Topics Covered: ◽️Ever-Changing Technology Leader Roles◽️Working Relationship of the CIOs with the CAIOs, CDOs, CISO, CTOs◽️The Move to Strategy (and still be Operational)◽️Bias in AI and Implications in Cybersecurity ◽️Cybersecurity Risk and CIOs Activities◽️Cyber Treat Advancement◽️Third Party Security Practices ◽️Cybersecurity Investment Balance with Business Innovation Costs◽️Importance of Zero Trust Environments◽️Governance & PracticesSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Mulled Cider Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Series Sponsored by ◽️Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Featured Partner:◽️London EV ShowNeema's Book: The Cinderella ElephantNext week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Support the showFollow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at [email protected]
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232 - Andrea Szeiler-Zengo, Group CISO: Cyber Protect Series, Transcom - 360° CISO Operative in Today’s Deep Fake World
Let us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title:🇭🇺360° CISO Operative in Today’s Deep Fake World🇸🇪In this episode of the #HTCyberProtectSeries on Heads Talk, we’re joined by Andrea Szeiler-Zengo, Group Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of Transcom.Transcom, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, is a global outsourcing company specialising in customer experience (CX) solutions across industries like e-commerce, telecommunications, utilities, and healthcare. With a workforce of around 30,000 employees, the company operates across 70 global locations and has an annual revenue of approximately €737.9 million (2023)With over 20 years of experience across diverse industries—including financial services, Andrea is also the European Cyber Security Organisation (ECSO) Ambassador for Hungary, as well as the President of Women4Cyber Hungary. She is the founder and former president of WITSEC - Women in IT Security - Association of Hungary and currently holds leadership roles in several prestigious IT security associations globally, including the ISACA Budapest Chapter and the Nordics CISO Association. As an active member of CyberEdBoard and a frequent international keynote speaker, Andrea continuously contributes to the global cybersecurity community. Her expertise spans Cyber Security, Security Management, Risk Management, and various industry-standard certifications, making her a respected leader and advocate in the field of information security.Andrea's accomplishments include being named one of the Top 50 Women IT Security Influencers in Europe. She is dedicated to empowering girls and women to pursue careers in cybersecurity and STEM, ensuring they have every opportunity to succeed in these fields.Topics Covered:◽️ Deep Fakes◽️ Creativity in Cybersecurity◽️ Cybersecurity and STEM Education for Women◽️ Phishing and Hacking Improvements◽️ Complexity of the Current Environments◽️ Innovative Cyber Attacks◽️ CISO and CIO Collaboration◽️ CISO Today and Tomorrow◽️ CISO Direct Line to the CEO◽️ CISO as Business Leaders of the Future◽️ Quantum Computing So download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Mulled Cider Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Series Sponsored by:◽️Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTNGCloudSeriesSupport the showFollow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at [email protected]
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