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Authentic Achievements with Special Guest Lisa Ventura MBE

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Unlocking Cyber Security Insights with Lisa Ventura MBE | Authentic Achievements Podcast



Welcome back to another insightful episode of Authentic Achievements! We're honoured to have a distinguished guest, Lisa Ventura MBE, in this episode. Lisa is an award-winning cyber security specialist, a published writer, keynote speaker, and the Founder of Cyber Security Unity. Her expertise spans various domains including cyberpsychology, neurodiversity, and AI in cybersecurity. Join us as we delve into her journey, insights, and the pressing issues in the cyber world.


Key Discussion Points:


1. Lisa's Journey: Discover Lisa Ventura's remarkable journey from humble beginnings to becoming an MBE-awarded figure in cyber security. Learn about the pivotal moments and challenges that shaped her career trajectory.


2. Cyber Security Unity: Explore Lisa's brainchild, Cyber Security Unity, a global community organization that unites individuals and organizations combating cyber threats. Uncover this initiative's mission, objectives, and impact in fortifying cyber defence worldwide.


3. Human Factors in Cybersecurity: Gain valuable insights into the critical yet often overlooked aspect of cyber security - the human element. Lisa's expertise in cyberpsychology sheds light on how human behaviour influences cyber risks and strategies to mitigate them effectively.


4. Neurodiversity and AI in Cyber: Delve into Lisa's specialist knowledge in neurodiversity and its intersection with cyber security. Learn how embracing neurodiversity can enhance innovation and problem-solving in the cybersecurity landscape. Furthermore, it explores the role of AI in augmenting cyber defence capabilities and its implications.


5. Imposter Syndrome Awareness: Lisa's role as the Co-Founder of International Imposter Syndrome Awareness Day underscores her commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment in the cybersecurity community. Understand the prevalence of imposter syndrome and strategies to combat it.



As we wrap up this episode of Authentic Achievements, we thank Lisa Ventura MBE for sharing her profound insights and expertise in cyber security. Her dedication to promoting collaboration, diversity, and awareness in cyber defence inspires all. Stay tuned for more episodes where we uncover the stories of authentic achievers making a difference in their respective fields.


To find out more about Lisa visit https://www.csu.org.uk or connect with her at

Twitter - @cybergeekgirl and @cybersecunity

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasventura/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lisasventurauk

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lsventurauk/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@CyberSecurityLisa



We hope you enjoyed the show, and we would love to hear your thoughts; please comment below or contact me at [email protected]


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