The WISP Podcast

Nicole chats with Jodi Daniels, Founder & CEO of Red Clover Advisors, about her transition from corporate executive to privacy entrepreneur. They discuss how Jodi helps companies simplify compliance with ever-evolving privacy laws, her approach to building trust through education and advisory work, and the power of relationships in growing a successful privacy practice.Resources Mentioned:Red Clover Advisors: redcloveradvisors.comPodcast: She Said Privacy, He Said SecurityBook: Data Reimagined: Building Trust One Byte at a TimeMake sure to like, subscribe and share the Women in Security and Privacy Podcast — and leave us a review! Your feedback fuels our efforts to provide empowering content for women and underrepresented communities in the privacy and cybersecurity industries.WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.wisporg.com⁠⁠⁠

On this episode, Nicole interviews Staci Okine (Director of Systems Engineering at Palo Alto Networks) about going to college in the AUC, what a Systems Engineer actually does, triumphs along her journey to leadership in Security and why fitting in can never beat standing out. *** Make sure to subscribe to the Women in Privacy and Security Podcast,  rate and leave us a review. Your feedback fuels our efforts to provide empowering content for women and underrepresented communities in the privacy and cybersecurity industries. *** WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at⁠⁠⁠ https://www.wisporg.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠.  *** Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts  Find us on socials:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠ ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠

In this fresh episode of the WISP podcast, join Nicole Dove in an engaging conversation with Susan Lam, Chief Risk Officer at Bakkt. Susan shares insights from her career and offers practical guidance for professionals navigating challenges in cybersecurity and risk management, making this episode essential listening for anyone interested in cybersecurity, risk management, and strategic leadership. Check out Susan's weekly newsletter for aspiring cybersecurity professionals at www.ambitionnewsletter.com *** Make sure to subscribe to the Women in Privacy and Security Podcast and take a moment to rate and review us. Your feedback fuels our mission to provide empowering content for women and underrepresented communities in the privacy and cybersecurity industry. WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.    Find us on socials: TwitterLinkedIn

This month on the WISP Podcast, we feature Rebekah Skeete, COO of Black Girls Hack and talk all things Hacker Summer Camp, her non-traditional journey into tech and why the work she does in Threat Intelligence is so important. You're sure to walk away inspired. WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wisp-podcast/id1698723670  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37trPzQAOOi8Ss5OCymrON  Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kZGViYTVhNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw 

In this episode of the WISP Podcast, we delve into the inspiring journey of Mignon Edorh, a passionate cybersecurity professional with a remarkable story of resilience and determination. Mignon's path to success has been anything but conventional. Hailing from West Africa, she embarked on a challenging journey to the United States, facing the daunting task of adapting to a new culture and language while juggling the responsibilities of marriage, motherhood, education, and career. Despite these obstacles, Mignon's unwavering commitment to learning propelled her forward.  In this episode, Mignon shares valuable insights gained from over a decade of experience in cybersecurity. She emphasizes the importance of staying open-minded and adaptable in an ever-evolving industry, encouraging newcomers to absorb as much knowledge as possible before honing in on specific interests. Through her site, www.lifelessonsonline.com, Mignon continues to share her experiences and insights, inspiring others to leverage their resources effectively and pursue their passions in cybersecurity. Tune in to this episode of the WISP podcast to hear Mignon's inspiring story of perseverance, continuous learning, and making a positive impact in the cybersecurity world. WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wisp-podcast/id1698723670  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37trPzQAOOi8Ss5OCymrON  Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kZGViYTVhNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw 

This month on the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Podcast, we sat down with long-time WISP member and volunteer Lena Ghamrawi to discuss her nontraditional path into privacy law. Tune in to hear host Nicole Dove speak with Lena Ghamrawi, Privacy Counsel, Data Protection Officer at Quora, and Founder of The Privacy Coach. Lena shares her journey with WISP and what led her into privacy law and privacy coaching. How she helps others break into this relatively new and growing field and the importance of privacy protection and ensuring users' personal data isn't misused. 'I hope my story can inspire others who don't come from well-connected or resourced families.' ~Lena Ghamrawi WISP's mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wisp-podcast/id1698723670  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37trPzQAOOi8Ss5OCymrON  Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kZGViYTVhNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw 

This month on the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Podcast, we're discussing the importance of following your passion, even if it's hard. Tune in to hear host Nicole Dove speak with Kenneth Ellington, founder and CEO of Ellington Cyber Academy (ECA). Hear how Kenneth went from working as a Deli Clerk at Publix Supermarkets to a Threat Intel analyst intern at Publix Super Markets to running his own Cyber Startup within four years. Kenneth and ECA's mission is to make people understand how important learning is and understanding how SIEM and SOAR tools work inside of an enterprise environment, and how these skill sets can help them thrive in a CyberSecurity role.  WISP's mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wisp-podcast/id1698723670  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37trPzQAOOi8Ss5OCymrON  Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kZGViYTVhNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw 

This month on the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Podcast we’re talking about the importance of sharing the stories of women in tech. Tune in to hear host Nicole Dove speak with Zinet Kemal, an immigrant, a mother of four, a career changer from the legal field, a multi-award-winning cybersecurity practitioner & award winning children’s book author. In this episode, Zinet talks about figuring out security on her own, overcoming fear, and advocating for childhood security awareness.     WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wisp-podcast/id1698723670  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37trPzQAOOi8Ss5OCymrON  Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kZGViYTVhNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw 

This month on the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Podcast we’re talking about the importance of sharing the stories of women in tech. Tune in to hear host Nicole Dove speak with Sherry Eckert, business management coach, techy nerd girl, and audio engineer of the WISP Podcast! In this episode, Sherry talks about facing the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated workplace and how she helps people move and live better in their bodies. WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wisp-podcast/id1698723670  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37trPzQAOOi8Ss5OCymrON  Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kZGViYTVhNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw 

This month the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Podcast is talking about the importance of security and compliance. Tune in to hear host Nicole Dove speak with Naila Browne, Security Compliance Associate Principal. In this episode, Naila shares how she overcame challenges to pivot to a rewarding cybersecurity career. WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wisp-podcast/id1698723670  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37trPzQAOOi8Ss5OCymrON 

This month the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Podcast is talking about how your legal background can lead to a meaningful career in privacy and compliance. Tune in to hear host Nicole Dove speak with Elena Elkina, WISP Co-Founder and Co-Founder and Partner at Aleada Consulting. In this episode, Elena talks about how she overcame the challenge of emigrating to the U.S. from the Soviet Union and successfully built a rewarding career and founded a company in the Bay Area.  WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wisp-podcast/id1698723670  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37trPzQAOOi8Ss5OCymrON 

This month the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Podcast is talking about privacy! Tune in to hear host Nicole Dove speak with Anna Vaccari, WISP founder and Associate General Counsel, Privacy at Meta. In this episode, Anna talks about bringing together her network to  create WISP, her surprising path to privacy, and how she learned from her mistakes along the way. WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332 

The Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Podcast is back! Tune in to hear host Nicole Dove speak with Tennisha Martin, founder and Executive Director of BlackGirlsHack. In this episode, Tennisha shares how she pivoted to cyber by building a supportive community and how she’s grown that network to help Black girls and women get into the industry.  WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332 

In this first episode of the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Podcast, host Nicole Dove speaks with Rachel Tobac, Chair of the Board of Directors for WISP, hacker, and CEO of SocialProof Security about how she got involved with WISP,  her journey with hacking, challenges overcome along the way and how SocialProof Security brings the fun to security awareness. WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332 

Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) is launching an exciting new podcast about amazing women making waves in cybersecurity and privacy. We’re telling the tales of these unsung heroes – women who inspire us today, who have been of service to many in the past, and sure to be our fabulous leaders in the future.  WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Want to be a part of the movement? Join us at https://www.wisporg.com/.  Hosted by Nicole Dove - Creative Director of Podcasts.  Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wisporg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisp.women/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6782332 

In this episode of the Women in Security and Privacy Podcast, Nicole checks in live from Black Hat MEA in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where she shares practical guidance on how to put together a strong, effective talk.Nicole breaks down one of the most frequently asked questions she receives across conferences, client engagements, and professional spaces: how to prepare and deliver a presentation that resonates. She covers the importance of understanding the purpose of your talk, knowing your audience, and structuring your message for clarity and impact.The conversation also explores the role of storytelling, how to design slides that support your message, why focusing on a few key points matters, and how practice helps you stay present and confident. Nicole emphasizes the value of bringing your full, authentic self to the stage and enjoying the experience.Like, subscribe, and share the Women in Security and Privacy Podcast. Your reviews help us reach and support more women and underrepresented communities in privacy and cybersecurity.WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Join us.🎙️ Hosted by Nicole Dove, Creative Director of Podcasts

Nicole chats with Laura (Lala) Arcila, Development Manager and Delivery Lead at Riot Games, about her path into security and the people-centered work behind delivery leadership. Laura shares how she supports highly technical teams without being an engineer, builds trust through empathy and adaptability, and helps turn strategy into execution.They discuss navigating a male-dominated industry, balancing motherhood with leadership, and the importance of curiosity, authenticity, and owning your career growth. Lala also offers advice for women entering security, reminding them that they belong and that their perspectives matter.Like, subscribe, and share the Women in Security and Privacy Podcast. Your reviews help us reach and support more women and underrepresented communities in privacy and cybersecurity.WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Join us at wisporg.com.🎙️ Hosted by Nicole Dove, Creative Director of Podcasts

Nicole chats with Alicia Lane Clark, Director of Cybersecurity at PGA Tour Superstore, about her 20+ year journey in information security and how mentorship, curiosity, and authenticity shaped her path. Alicia shares how her first mentor helped her enter the field, what it was like being one of only two women in cybersecurity spaces, and how she’s built a career rooted in leadership and people-first values.They explore the evolution of cybersecurity, the importance of creating a culture of awareness, and how living by her “Three T’s”—Truth, Trust, and Transparency—guides both her career and life. Alicia also discusses balancing work and family, the impact of positive self-talk, and how she’s preparing for the next phase of her career in strategic and board-level cybersecurity leadership.Like, subscribe, and share the Women in Security and Privacy Podcast. Your reviews help us reach and support more women and underrepresented communities in privacy and cybersecurity.WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Join us at wisporg.com.Have you heard? The WISP Podcast was named as one of the Top 10 Cybersecurity Podcasts for Women by Feedspot. 🎙️ Hosted by Nicole Dove, Creative Director of Podcasts

Nicole chats with Dr. Spicer, also known as ReeTheCyberBoss, Cybersecurity Product Manager at Johnson & Johnson MedTech and founder of Ree the Cyber Boss. They explore showing up authentically on LinkedIn, navigating imposter syndrome, and how community and mentorship help women stay and thrive in cybersecurity. Dr. Spicer shares her path to a D.Sc., how it differs from a Ph.D., what product management looks like in cyber and medtech, and the persistence it took to land her next role. She also spotlights her platform, a children’s cybersecurity book, an upcoming words-of-affirmation book for Black women in cyber, and her podcast, CTRL+ALT+REE.Resources Mentioned: • Learn more about WISP: https://www.wisporg.com • Read the Cyber Boss: https://www.reethecyberboss.com • The Adventures in Cybersecurity with Huggie Hugglesworth: Huggie Goes to Cyberspace (children’s book) • I Belong Here: Words of Affirmation for Black Women in Cybersecurity (forthcoming) • CTRL+ALT+REE podcastLike, subscribe, and share the Women in Security and Privacy Podcast. Your reviews help us reach and support more women and underrepresented communities in privacy and cybersecurity.WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Join us at wisporg.comHave you heard? The WISP Podcast was named as one of the Top 10 Cybersecurity Podcasts for Women by ⁠Feedspot⁠. 🎙️ Hosted by Nicole Dove, Creative Director of Podcasts

Nicole chats with Tanya Janca about her unconventional journey from software developer to pen tester to becoming a leading voice in application security. Tanya shares why pen testing wasn’t the right fit, how she built and sold her company We Hack Purple, and why input validation is the number one security lesson for developers everywhere.They discuss the gaps in university computer science programs that leave developers unprepared for secure coding, Tanya’s passion for teaching through training and mentorship, and the roadmap she recommends for anyone looking to break into application security. Tanya also highlights her entrepreneurial journey, from launching companies and writing bestselling books to building DevSec Station, her new online learning platform designed to make secure coding education more accessible.Like, subscribe, and share the Women in Security and Privacy Podcast. Your reviews help us reach and support more women and underrepresented communities in privacy and cybersecurity.WISP’s mission is to advance women and underrepresented communities to lead the future of privacy and security. Join us at wisporg.com. 🎙️ Hosted by Nicole Dove, Creative Director of Podcasts