Leadership, Diversity & the future of GRC with Dr. Iretioluwa Akerele

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In this episode of SECURE | CYBER CONNECT, we’re joined by Dr. Iretioluwa Akerele, co-founder of CyBlack, a global community empowering Black professionals in Cyber Security. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Akerele shares her insights on GRC, the challenges organisations face in today’s evolving threat landscape, and how they can strengthen their security posture. She also serves as an Advisory Board Member of the Cybersafe Foundation, helping protect vulnerable individuals from cyber-attacks, and as a Director at Cybarik Limited, supporting organisations in enhancing their security.

Alongside her expertise in Cyber Security, Dr. Akerele offers invaluable career advice, emphasising the importance of mentorship and diversity. She provides practical guidance for CISOs, leaders, and aspiring professionals, sharing strategies to navigate the complexities of the industry, stay ahead of emerging trends like AI and automation, and build a career that thrives in this dynamic field.

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