Tech Talks From NSA to CEO: A Unique Path to Tech Entrepreneurship
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Oct 30, 2024 Join Dr. Ellison Anne Williams, CEO of Enveil and former NSA mathematician, as she unravels her intriguing journey from critical thinking at the NSA to launching a privacy technology startup. She shares pivotal moments that inspired Enveil's creation and the pressing need for privacy in the digital age. Dr. Williams also discusses fostering women in tech leadership and the importance of continuous learning. Her blend of expertise in math and cybersecurity highlights innovative solutions to modern data privacy challenges.
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PETs: A New Market
- Privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) are a new market, enabled by advancements in encryption.
- PETs protect data usage, not primarily security, by enabling insights from otherwise inaccessible data.
Cybersecurity Awareness for All
- Authorized push payment fraud illustrates how cybersecurity awareness must extend to end-users.
- Consumers are vulnerable, highlighting the need for education throughout the entire technology chain.
From NSA Math to CEO
- Ellison Anne Williams, with a PhD in math, worked at the NSA, the largest employer of mathematicians.
- This background honed her critical thinking skills, crucial for her current role as CEO of Enveil, a privacy tech company.