Inclusive Cyber: Unlocking Innovation in Cybersecurity
Welcome to Inclusive Cyber: Unlocking Innovation in Cybersecurity, your front-row seat to understand how a diverse mix of voices is not just necessary but essential to defend our most sensitive computer networks and personal data. I’m your host Danny Magallanes, and through my podcast, we shine a spotlight on the heroes and the trailblazers from every corner of society who are redefining the Cultural Renaissance frontier. Every episode is a step toward a cyber community that's as varied as it is united, where everyone has the keys to unlock their potential and the power to protect our digital world. Join us on this journey, where every listen, every share, and every dialogue inches us closer to this new reality
Inclusive Cyber: Unlocking Innovation in Cybersecurity
If You’re Not at the Table, You’re on the Menu: Lorena Journey to Cyber Leadership and Representation
In this inspiring episode of Inclusive Cyber, Lorena Mejia, CEO & Founder of Unleashing the Lion in Us, shares how she went from entry-level roles to becoming a leader in technology, cybersecurity, and AI. Lorena opens up about the importance of curiosity, self-advocacy, and mentorship, and why closing the digital divide is critical to building equitable, responsible AI.
We cover:
- Lorena’s unconventional path to tech and cybersecurity
- How curiosity and mentorship became her superpowers
- Why representation matters in AI and cybersecurity
- Breaking into cyber without a “traditional” degree
- Responsible AI, equity, and security by design
- Entrepreneurship and building a purpose-driven company
Book Recommendations:
- Bringing Your Authentic Self: Tattoos, Pearls, and All to the Boardroom – Miriam Simone
- A Brown Girl’s Epiphany: Reclaim Your Intuition and Step Into Your Power – Aurelia Dávila Pratt
- The Inclusive Organization – Netta Jenkins
Connect with Lorena:
- 🌐 Website: https://unleashingthelioninus.com/
- 📅 Free Consultations: Book via Calendly https://calendly.com/mejia-lore-m_unleashingthelioninus/45?month=2025-09
- 📸 Instagram: @unleashingthelioninus
- 🎤 Open for keynote speaking, podcasts, and collaborations
Connect with Danny / Inclusive Cyber:
- 🔗 LinkedIn: Daniel Magallanes
- 🎥 YouTube: Inclusive Cyber Podcast
🎧 Listen now and get inspired to claim your seat at the table and help build a more inclusive future for tech, AI, and cybersecurity.
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