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#CyberChats Podcast - S3 E5: Breaking barriers for women in cybersecurity and pageantry with Himanvi Panidepu, Miss Virginia USA.

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Here comes the queen! Our next episode features Himanvi Panidepu, Miss Virginia USA and Cybersecurity Consultant for EY. Himanvi is a proud Indian American, exemplifying the power of breaking barriers and embracing diverse talents. Her cybersecurity journey began with a challenge: navigating an industry where women are vastly underrepresented. Undeterred, she turned this challenge into a catalyst for change, leading Women in Tech programs and founding her initiative, STEMpowered Leaders to inspire and mentor the next generation.

Listen to learn more about Himanviā€™s journey to cybersecurity, including graduating Cum Laude from Virginia Tech, her role at EY, STEMpowered Leaders, and Miss USA!

Topics discussed: cybersecurity, pageantry, Miss USA, diversity in cyber, entry level careers, women in tech.

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