Diana Kelley, Chief Information Security Officer, Protect AI. Cybrize Co-founder after IBM and Microsoft, Diana leans outwardly and looks inwardly to succeed in Security and AI. See other full episodes at www.MarkSpencerCook.com/Podcast/.

Mark recently Interviewed Diana Kelley. She’s a surprising expert of professional relationships, is a Chief Information Security Officer:

“Once you establish yourself in a team and company, reach out and collaborate with other teams… “Enter a new relationship and have an open heart to help others…Abundance with long-term thinking… “If you don’t feel fear, you're not thinking about others enough. But remember, it's not about you…”

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PS More from Diana: “Patience. Many are aware of what they want, but please grant yourself the gift of patience…Seek resources to assist you in unraveling your true passions.” (see WindfallPartners.com/Twelve)

See: Diana Kelley, CISO, Protect AI on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianakelleysecuritycurve/

Also, see: ProtectAI.com

In this episode of Bold Encounters, Mark Cook presents his interview with Diana Kelly. Diana shares her professional journey, starting with being recruited by Microsoft while working at IBM. She was initially hired for her expertise in application security and later expanded her role to become the global Executive Security Advisor. Diana emphasizes the importance of focusing on the team you work with within a large organization to make a significant impact.

Diana speaks about her experience and career growth within Microsoft, acknowledging the scale of the company and the unique opportunities it offers. We were curious about her insights gained from navigating her companies environment, including interactions with colleagues and team. She told us about obstacles and challenges she has faced in their career, emphasizing the presence of opposition in life. We discussed Diana’s entry point into Microsoft and Diana gives examples of collaborating with the Consulting Group at IBM.

Diana believes that leadership starts with individuals themselves and then extends to their team objectives, mission, and vision for their firm’s ecosystem. Diana says she guards against any intention to dismiss or discourage anyone. Rather, she aims to present an encouraging, realistic perspective.

“Oftentimes,” Diana says. “People find themselves feeling stuck in their current circumstances, unsure of where they want to go or what they want to pursue. In such instances, it becomes imperative to reflect upon one's true desires without judgment.”

In my own career, I have experienced various roles and acquired expertise in different facets of security technology. One consistent factor that has fueled my journey is the exhilaration of acquiring new knowledge and then sharing it with others, ensuring responsible and ethical utilization.

For instance, during the early days of widespread Wi-Fi adoption, countless organizations struggled with its implementation. Recognizing this need, I immersed myself in understanding the intricacies of Wi-Fi technology. Consequently, I had the privilege of delivering numerous talks and conducting classes to aid businesses in effectively leveraging Wi-Fi while upholding security measures.

The common thread throughout this experience was the sheer delight I derived from the learning process itself, which fueled my energy and passion for helping others navigate the realm of technology Moreover, when you pursue a path driven by passion, your performance tends to excel naturally.

By immersing yourself in something you genuinely love, you are more likely to devote yourself wholeheartedly and achieve remarkable results.