“I saw just how far-reaching and life-changing cybersecurity could be. For me, it's far more than just protecting data; it’s about safeguarding people, businesses, and even democracy itself.” — Jane Frankland

In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Jane Frankland, CEO of KnewStart, and Lila Kee, Chief Product Officer at GlobalSign. Together, they discuss the evolving role of women in cybersecurity, including why diversity matters, bridging the gender gap in tech, how AI is reshaping the industry, and what companies must do to create more inclusive environments.

Lila brings decades of experience in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and digital security, having started her career in defense contracting before transitioning to commercial cybersecurity during the .com boom. Her expertise in PKI technology and its applications in secure communications, document signing, and web security has been key in shaping enterprise-grade security solutions. As a female leader in tech, she champions the integration of diverse perspectives in product development and advocates for women's advancement in cybersecurity leadership roles.

Jane has been a pioneering force in cybersecurity entrepreneurship since the late 1990s. Her expertise spans threat detection, risk management, and human-centric security solutions. As a vocal advocate for gender diversity in tech, she brings data-driven insights to the industry's evolution and has contributed significant research on the impact of gender diversity in risk management and cybersecurity leadership. Her practical approach to security innovation and business leadership offers valuable perspectives for organizations navigating today's complex threat landscape.

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube Podcasts, instructions on how to do this are
here.