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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]

Let us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇨🇭The Ethical Question Remains Unanswered🇨🇭In this episode of the #HTCyberProtectSeries on Heads Talk, we’re joined by Bruno Schenk, Country Head and Managing Director of Wipro Switzerland.Bruno appeared on Heads Talk last year for the Next Generation Cloud Series, and intriguingly, the pressing ethical question he raised then remains unanswered to this day…With over 25 years of global leadership experience across Latin America, Europe, and Asia, he specialises in business execution, strategic thinking, transition and transformation, sustainability, and business system consulting; where he consistently delivers value-driven digital transformation across various industries.A passionate advocate for education, Bruno was recognised with a prestigious award for his thought leadership. His leadership at Wipro is defined by a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and leveraging data and technology to create long-lasting value for clients worldwide.Topics Covered:◽️ Cybertrust: The Buzzword of 2025 — The critical need for trust in digital interactions and cybersecurity as foundational to the future of technology, Strategies for establishing and maintaining cyber trust amidst evolving threats◽️ What Exactly is Ethical AI ◽️ Microsoft’s Co-Pilot Initiatives — Enhancing productivity and security through AI-driven collaboration tools◽️ Wipro Switzerland’s Ethical Framework — Building trust and transparency in disruptive tech adoption◽️ Cybersecurity Initiatives at Wipro — Advanced defenses and frameworks for protecting sensitive data and infrastructure◽️ Creativity as the Last Bastion of Human Uniqueness ◽️ Role of Creativity in Future Innovation ◽️ Future of Work — Impacts of AI, Automation and cybersecurity on workplace transformation and skill demands◽️ Reflections on First Home Computers 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 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Episode Sponsored by: ◽️COHAGA AG - 𝔹𝕖𝕟𝕖𝕗𝕚𝕥 𝕗𝕣𝕠𝕞 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕞𝕠𝕤𝕥 𝕡𝕣𝕖𝕔𝕚𝕤𝕖 & 𝕦𝕡-𝕥𝕠-𝕕𝕒𝕥𝕖 𝔹𝟚𝔹 𝕒𝕕𝕕𝕣𝕖𝕤𝕤 𝕕𝕒𝕥𝕒 𝕚𝕟 𝕊𝕨𝕚𝕥𝕫𝕖𝕣𝕝𝕒𝕟𝕕.Next 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]

Let us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇬🇧Integrating Cybersecurity Protocols in Telecommunications & Essential Collaborative Tactics for Threat Resilience🇩🇪Today for the #HTCyberProtectSeries on Heads Talk we talk to Accxia and a seasoned CEO of some of the biggest telecommunications companies in the industry. This episode is essential listening. My guests, with roots in tech since the early ‘90s, offer a grounded view of the industry. They cut through the noise and hype, revealing what’s really happening at the core of technology. While AI & quantum computing capture headlines, none of it exists without the foundational role of telecommunications, satellite infrastructure, and the critical cybersecurity measures surrounding them. We also explore the advanced world of security hackers—now an entire industry, complete with its own support systems. A must-listen for anyone in the field or with at least a tertiary interest in the subject area & the future of tech. Volker Schulze, CEO of Accxia and an expert in mergers & acquisitions, brings nearly 30 years of strategic expertise to high-stakes deals, including a multi-billion-dollar acquisition in Germany and a significant oil merger in the Middle East. At Accxia, he leads advanced cybersecurity & cloud Initiatives trusted to protect clients' digital environments & most valuable assets, making him a respected figure in the cyber protection space. His proficiency in MBOs, corporate finance, and turnaround management—evident from his successful management buy-out from a major telecommunications company, where he also served as CEO—positions him as a highly sought-after advisor in today’s complex digital security landscape.René Schuster is a chairman, CEO and a visionary leader in global telecommunications and technology, celebrated for transforming Telefónica Deutschland through europe’s largest IPO, which raised €1.6 billion. Under his leadership, the company grew from a €3 billion market cap to €14 billion , securing O2’s position as Germany’s top consumer brand. René’s impressive C-level roles include CEO of Adecco, European CEO of Compaq, COO of VimpelCom, & senior positions at Vodafone, HP, and IBM. His extensive private equity experience as a Partner at Vitruvian has solidified his reputation for guiding high-growth tech & FMCG ventures.Sample Topics Covered:◽️Telecommunications: The Backbone of Tech Innovation Today◽️Cybersecurity from 90s to Today◽️Satellite Cybersecurity & Breaches◽️Accxia's AI in Cybersecurity◽️Historical IT & Telecommunications Barriers◽️Intelligent User Management◽️Licensing Models & Optimisation◽️MSSPs - Managed Security Service Providers◽️Beyond The Role as a MSP◽️Quantum Computing and Quantum-Resistant Encryption◽️Data Sovereignty◽️Thoughts on Elon MuskVolker's Previous Episodes: No. 18 & 126Rene's Previous Episodes: No.  10, 15 & 126Support the showFollow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at [email protected]

Let us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title:🇺🇸Money 20/20 USA Vegas - The Epicentre of Fintech Innovation🇺🇸We’re here at the pulse of global fintech, in what my guest aptly calls “The Mirror of the Fintech Ecosystem”—the Money20/20 USA Vegas 2024 event. I’m joined by Scarlett Sieber, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer for Money20/20 , the visionary behind this powerhouse gathering. This is the epicenter where fintech’s next big moves take shape, bringing together industry leaders and innovators. A few notable figures from the Cyber Protect series will be here in person—stay tuned for their insights in a future recording.This is the long awaited episode of Heads Talk for the Finfluencer series. It had to be delivered in the midst of this great event. A lot of back and forth and talking about when, but Scarlett and Tina agreed this period would be the perfect time for the recording and release - the Vegas Edition and the start of this 3-day energetic event - details in comments.  Scarlett, 2022 publication "Embedded Finance: When Payments Become An Experience." - Details here!Her influence reaches far beyond the financial sector, spanning technology, entertainment, and sports with an impact that resonates across industries. Our conversation was exciting and we even had time after the recording to delve into the world of sports power plays and the intricate geopolitics shaping the industry—a subject close to Scarlett's heart. All this tying back to themes from my recent sports series on Heads Talk. A must-listen to episode.Topics Covered:◽️Scarlett's Lifelong Relationship with Money◽️Scarlett's Goals and Priorities◽️Where is Fintech At on its Life Cycle◽️Thoughts Behind Money20/20 2024 Human X Machine Theme◽️Tech dominance at the Event in Recent Years◽️Fintech Capital Inflows Contraction and Revival◽️Money 20/20 Growth Ambitions◽️Vegas Content - #Money2020USA◽️Analysis of the 2024 Asia and Europe Events“What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas” - No!! This time it goes out to the world!!So download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Mocha Chai Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Register for the Money 20/20 Vegas 2024 Event here!Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. Support the showFollow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at [email protected]