Hacker Valley Media presents: We Are Here - an audio journey and series exploring representation in technology.
We Are Here
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Hacker Valley Media presents: We Are Here - an audio journey and series exploring representation in technology.
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10/17/2021
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Recent Episodes
February 25, 2022
Freedom to Succeed: A 2022 BHM Special Feature
Many of us have gone through Black History Month this year, reflecting on those that have come before us. The ones that put it on the line to give us knowledge, inspiration and empowerment for our lives. Chris and Ron speak often about their favorite icons Booker T Washington, Maya Angelou, Muhammad Ali, Oprah, and Barack Obama and how they how inspired them to highlight others. Today someone wanted to highlight Ron and Chris in a similar fashion. It all began a few months ago when Chris wrote a LinkedIn post about the Hacker Valley journey. This post caught the eye and captured the heart of Emily Van Norden of CrowdStrike the presenting sponsor for this special episode. She takes the guest host chair with dear friend and Hacker Valley veteran, Charles Nwatu, to ask Chris and Ron questions about their journeys with the podcast and media company. Thank you to CrowdStrike for your continued partnership, thank you to Emily and Charles, and huge thank you to YOU the listener. We hope you enjoy. 02:41 Introducing Emily and Charles 09:27 Fighting to Belong 11:27 Performers and Guides 13:00 Excellence in all that you do 13:59 Permission to be Great 15:33 Mastery is a Pursuit not a Destination 21:01 Valuing your Own Story 23:06 The Scary Part of Success 28:34 The Future of Hacker Valley Visit CrowdStrike to see a company that is making a difference in more way than one here. Visit Charles on LinkedIn Visit Charles on Twitter Visit Emily on LinkedIn
November 10, 2021
An Intimate Case Study of DEI Growth
In the finale of We Are Here, Chris and Ron are joined by Emily Van Norden, branding and DE&I leader, and Nikki Thornton, Chief of Staff, both at CrowdStrike. The group talks about Diversity, equity and inclusion in this jam-packed episode. Emily and Nikki peel a layer off of the CrowdStrike brand to unveil a plethora of tips, tricks, and advice from their experience with people and standing up the DE&I function company-wide. Key Takeaways: 01:56 Bio – Nikki 02:48 Bio – Emily 04:58 The chronology of CrowdStrike 10:12 Standing up the DE&I program 15:44 From adversity comes opportunity 20:21 Executives promoting DE&I 23:23 The deeper meaning of DE&I and why it matters at CrowdStrike 34:25 Advice for new professionals; making allies 37:55 Get in touch LInks: Hacker Valley Studio: Swag | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | Email Ron & Chris | Website Emily Van Norden: LinkedIn | Website Nikki Thornton: LinkedIn Support Hacker Valley Studio on Patreon Join our monthly mastermind group via Patreon We Are Here is proudly presented by CrowdStrike. Join the team here.
November 10, 2021
On Being Champions of Allyship and Representation
On this episode of We Are Here, Ron and Chris join Dave Zawdie and Nina Padavil, two champion's of allyship and representation. The group dives deep into what that really means and how we can use the past to change the future for the good of the industry and its people. Key Takeaways: 01:54: Nina – Bio 03:36 David – Bio 05:25 Role models and influencers 11:24 How can the majority help the minority in the future? 14:33 Mentoring and impacting the future 17:38 Setbacks and advice for a discouraged cyber security professional 20:26 Committing to being an ally to another 22:52 The future of DE&I and how we contribute 25:14 Get in touch Hacker Valley Studio: Swag | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | Email Ron & Chris | Website Nina Padavil: LinkedIn Support Hacker Valley Studio on Patreon Join our monthly mastermind group via Patreon We Are Here is proudly presented by CrowdStrike. Join the CrowdStrike team here.
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