In this episode, Mark Ledlow is joined by Brittany Galli, a leading figure in the security industry with a notable focus on promoting women in security, and a C-Suite Advisor & Strategist at BFG Ventures. They discuss the importance of diversity, the challenges and strategies for women in the industry, and how AI is revolutionizing security practices. Brittany shares her journey and insights on creating impactful networking opportunities and achieving a balanced representation of genders in leadership roles. They also highlight the upcoming Women in Security Gala at GSX in Florida, which aims to foster community and recognition for women in this field.

Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Women in Security: Brittany Galli’s entry into the security industry and her significant contributions to the Women in Security movement. She emphasizes the need for diverse and creative thinking in the field.
• Leveraging AI: Brittany discusses the future of security jobs, emphasizing the importance of AI and suggesting that new entrants to the field should focus on AI tools and their applications in security.
• Industry Networking: The inherent value and relational strength of the security industry, which Brittany highlights as being driven by courageous and brave individuals.
• Engagement at Conferences: Brittany addresses the generational gap in conference participation and suggests enhanced virtual and global networking opportunities.
• Ongoing Initiatives: Discussion about the upcoming Women in Security Gala, its background, and its importance for networking and recognition within the community.
• Career Longevity in Security: Insight into challenges faced by young professionals and women in the industry, and the need for initiatives to retain this talent.
• Consulting in Security: Brittany’s personal experience in the security tech startup world and her current consulting role, focusing on C-suite executive strategies and security education.
• AI and Future Trends: An analysis of AI’s growing role in the security sector and its projected impact on the industry, emphasizing education and the integration of AI as a tool rather than a replacement.

QUOTES

• "It's all about selling your ideas with the risk of not doing it or the cost of not doing it."
• "You need to be the knowledge expert of the top 10 tools that are out there."
• "It's about catching up with the younger generation and figuring out ways to just deepen the relationships virtually."
• "The turnover is really high. They just don't see value in the industry that they're in."
• "I've heard from many mentors: You sell with risk or budget or cost."

Get to know more about Brittany Galli:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygalli/

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