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Presentation:
"The Bridge to Close Gaps in Culture Bias and Systemic Racism"
with special guest speaker, Tahjar Roamartinez.

A perfect storm is upon us. COVID-19 has flipped everything upside down. Racial tension skyrockets, police and political attacks are on the rise, and corporations are pivoting to address structural bias. More than ever, we need to dismantle structural inequality in all facets of society. In this interactive session, Tahjar Roamartinez, CEO, Cyber Warfighters Group, Inc., explores why diversity and inclusion in the workplace is critical to dismantle the conscious and unconscious biases that support structural racism and inequality. Come with your questions and learn three ways to be a difference-maker.

Date/Time: Tuesday, July 21, 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Price: Attendance is free, but we encourage a $10 donation. If you cannot donate at this time, we completely understand, and welcome your attendance regardless!

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Location: Online via Zoom

Thank you to our generous sponsor & host, ShipStation

Our Speaker:

Tahjar Roamartinez served the U.S. Army with distinction. She retired as an Army Signal (Communication) Officer. With her passion, experience, and training, Tahjar achieves proven results in innovative and robust cybersecurity solutions. As an Army Officer, Tahjar designed and implemented enterprise email services, reporting tools, policies, processes for the Department of the Army that military personnel continue to benefit from today. Tahjar is the president, founder, and Chief Executive Officer for CEHT, LLC and Cyber Warfighters Group, Inc both companies are cybersecurity consulting firms.

She currently serves on National Security Innovation Council Board Member at State of Texas and the National University System Technical Adv Board Member.

As a cybersecurity consultant, her innovative solutions consistently streamline processes, increase operational effectiveness in commercial, Department of Army, Department of Defense, and the State of Texas. Her passion for the cybersecurity industry drove her to start the Cyber Warfighters Group, and CEHT, Inc (a joint venture) cybersecurity consulting firm. The Group’s goal is to provide Subject Matter Expert rapid deployment teams to quickly address cybersecurity incidents and support the Information Security commercial industry, federal, and state cybersecurity requirements.

Tahjar’s commitment to service extends beyond her military service. She has actively launched or supported several nonprofit organizations and community-based initiatives in Texas and internationally. She is an avid advocate for veterans and women business owners.

Tahjar earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems, and a Master’s in Business Administration from Texas A & M University Central Texas.

Join us for an informational Lunch & Learn with Software Architect, Dana Huyler.

Time/Date: August 11, 12PM - 1PM 
Location: Online via Zoom
Price: Free for members | $10 for non-members

Please join us for this special Intellectual Conversation-style event with special guest speakers, Keirsten Brager & Ashley Kelsch

Date/Time: Wednesday, August 19, 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Price: Members: FREE | Non-members: $10

Location: Online via Zoom

Presentations:
"Hacking Emotions: Bypassing The Systems
That Silence Your Voice at Work" with Keirsten Brager

People are often emotionally invested in their solutions or positions on topics. Women often face additional headwinds due to the constant need to prove themselves, automatic disqualification of their opinions, and well-documented bias in male-dominated environments. Additionally, technology solutions are often proposed with no consideration of the people and process impact. As a result, poor decisions full of strategic, operational, and business risks lead to bad outcomes.

The speaker will share her framework that participants can use to make their voices heard with data that does not lie. The framework can also be used in team settings to encourage peers to remove their emotions from the decision making process and make collaborative decisions that are in the best interest of the business.

"Future Focus: How to access your future self to get results today" with Ashley Kelsch

When we decide to pursue a new goal or think about our future, our brain immediately refers to the past to determine how we are going to accomplish it and provides us with evidence to show us what’s possible. This often limits our potential and growth.

I will teach you how to access your future self and obtain the knowledge you need now to create the life you want.

Speakers:

Keirsten Brager is a Lead Security Engineer/NERC-CIP SME in critical infrastructure and was recently named one of Dark Reading’s top women in security quietly changing the game. She is also the author Secure The InfoSec Bag: Six Figure Career Guide for Women in Security. She produced this resource to help women strategically plan their careers, diversify their incomes, and fire bad bosses. Keirsten holds a M.S. in Cybersecurity and several industry certifications, including GICSP & CISSP.  As an active member of the Houston security community, Mrs. Brager has participated in a number of panels and public speaking engagements promoting strategies for success. 

Ashley Kelsch has 20 years as an entrepreneur in real estate and retail while raising two children as a single mother. In her professional life, personal connection has always been a driving force. Throughout Ashley’s career, her focus has been on helping her clients step out of the safe zone into who they really are. As a coach, she’s driven to empower people to find the answers and solutions that are true to their beliefs and the outcomes they seek. Ashley is certified Life Coach and the host of the podcast, Life Coaching for Modern Renegades. She’s currently pursuing a certification in healing energies while studying meditation and mindfulness. In blending these disciplines, she’s developed a system of coaching centered on cognitive awareness, inner wisdom and spiritual practice.

You can listen to Ashley's recent podcast, "Your Anger Is Trying to Tell You Something" here.

Thank you to our generous sponsor & host, Pimco!