The Security Bench
The Security Bench
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The Security Bench offers insightful discussions on the latest cybersecurity concerns, innovations, technologies and so much more. My name is Duronke and I'm a Cloud & Enterprise Security Practitioner. I help FTSE100 companies protect themselves from IT related risk.
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The podcast focuses on cybersecurity challenges and advances, human stories behind tech innovations, and societal implications, with episodes covering AI integration in daily life, female leadership in manufacturing, and national security concerns related to social media platforms like TikTok.
The Security Bench offers insightful discussions on the latest cybersecurity concerns, innovations, technologies and so much more.
My name is Duronke and I’m a Cloud & Enterprise Security Practitioner. I help FTSE100 companies protect themselves from IT related risk.
In this episode of The Security Bench, I sit down with Abir Kerassa, a 29-year-old leader breaking barriers in the manufacturing industry.
Having taken the reins of her family’s business in Algeria, Abir shares her journey from a shy young woman to a confident, resilient leader in a male-dominated field.
She opens up about the challenges of managing a company, overcoming biases, and earning respect while balancing her academic and professional responsibilities.
Abir’s story is a powerful reminder of the limitless potential women have to shape industries and inspire future generations.
Show Notes:
00:00 – Abir talks about her international studies and how they shaped her leadership.
05:00 – Challenges of being a young woman in a male-dominated industry.
10:00 – Building resilience and earned respect from her team.
15:00 – Managing a business and pursuing doctoral studies.
20:00 – Empowering advice for women to break barriers and believe in themselves.
Connect with Abir:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/abir-kerassa/
Connect with Duronke:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/durowoleso/
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