Excited that my book just hit #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list. Thank you to everyone who read, recommended, reviewed and supported this project – I couldn’t have done it without you. If you’ve read it, I’d love to hear what resonated most.
If you haven’t read it – it’s currently on offer in some Amazon stores, so get your 23% discount while you can!
And yes – it’s technically #1 in the very specific category, which is slightly amusing… I suspect it’s a hit with late-night cyber security enthusiasts rather than beach readers!
Thank you to everyone who stopped by the book signing. It was a pleasure to meet readers and hear your thoughts. If you missed it, you can still get the book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0fai5zyh
I’m finishing the year having completed The Observership Program as a Board Observer with the Lokahi Foundation, an experience that provided valuable insight into board governance.
Alongside social impact and governance training from the Australian Institute of Company Directors, tailored to not-for-profit board directors, I spent twelve months observing a purpose-driven board and deepening my understanding of how decisions that matter are made.
Top takeaways:
• The art of questioning – how different types of questions shape discussion and drive clarity.
• Director responsibilities – the difference between reporting to a board and serving on one.
• Bringing stakeholders on a journey – effective communication, buy-in and sustained impact.
• Practical exposure to fundraising, strategy, marketing, sustainability and operations in the not-for-profit sector.
I had a chance to apply skills from my MBA and global corporate experience to support the board. I also drew on my domain expertise in cybersecurity, data protection, technology innovation, AI and impact measurement, particularly championing ethical data practices.
Thank you to the Lokahi Foundation board and the Observership Program for the opportunity to learn and give back. I’m excited to keep building these skills and to support future boardrooms.
It was so good to attend the RSAC CISO Bootcamp at CyberCon Melbourne – a practical session for CISOs.
Highlights that stuck with me: 💡 A conversation with Brian Krebs on AI security and organised cybercrime: attackers are tooling up fast; our defences must keep pace. 💡 A candid, closed-door session with Tim Brown, CISO of SolarWinds, about crisis response: execution matters, but so does the personal toll on teams and leaders. 💡 A chat with F1’s Guenther Steiner on teamwork and resilience in high-pressure environments.
Events like this remind me how much strength there is in our community. I’m proud to contribute and be part of it. You don’t need a challenge coin to get help – if you want to compare notes or need a sounding board, reach out.
I have just completed two leadership programs, both focused on AI-powered strategy
I particularly enjoyed the interactive hands-on session on designing AI capabilities to better understand: ✅ What the current trajectory of AI is, and why it reinforces the need for a clear AI strategy ✅ How AI is reshaping strategic thinking and planning, and how we can use it to strengthen techniques such as scenario analysis ✅ How AI is transforming day-to-day work, and practical steps that can help us build genuine AI readiness
Huge thanks to the academics and industry experts for sharing their research-backed insights. I look forward to applying these frameworks and tools to drive purposeful, data-driven impact in my own leadership journey.
The program is designed to equip leaders with skills and practical experience for not-for-profit board and social impact leadership. I found the sessions on governance, finance, risk and strategy for not-for-profit directors very useful.
I appreciate the opportunity to contribute to an organisation that is truly making a difference and driving systemic change in our communities.
‘You won’t see it all’ – that’s what I was told before I headed out to the RSA Conference for the first time! With so many great talks, side events, meetings, vendor showcases people will have very different impressions of this event. Here are mine.
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve recently earned the GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy, and Leadership (GSTRT) certification- a milestone that validates my ability to architect and sustain cybersecurity programs with a sharp focus on business value and executive alignment.
I’m excited to share that I have graduated with Excellence from the Executive MBA program at AGSM UNSW Business School. This transformative 2-year journey has been as challenging as it has been rewarding, redefining my approach to strategy, leadership and execution.
Throughout the program, I had an incredible opportunity to bring theory into practice – collaborating with a diverse cohort of leaders to work on real-world challenges across Australian industries such as technology, manufacturing, financial services and retail. These experiences not only honed my analytical skills but also deepened my appreciation for applying business concepts in evolving fields like cybersecurity and AI.
The international exchanges were equally transformative. Spending time in Shanghai at Fudan University and completing a semester at Yale School of Management allowed me to engage with global leaders, enhancing my understanding of cross-cultural leadership. The practical case studies and strategic projects I completed in these environments reinforced the significance of a global mindset in today’s interconnected world.
With courses ranging from accounting and marketing to negotiations, I am grateful for every lesson learnt, every challenge overcome and every connection made along the way. I look forward to leveraging these insights to drive innovation, inspire ethical leadership and create meaningful impact.
This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of my incredible team, as well as the support from colleagues, partners and the wider community.
Cybersecurity is a collective effort and I’m grateful to contribute to an industry that plays such a vital role in keeping organisations and people safe.
A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey – I couldn’t have done it without you. And congratulations to all the finalists!
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