Talya C. Parker

Talya C. Parker is a distinguished leader in Privacy and Security, boasting an impressive career of over eleven years with top organizations like Google, Nike, and Deloitte. With master's degrees in Cybersecurity and International Business from Brown University and Nova Southeastern University, respectively, Talya is also a proud Florida A&M University alumna. She's known as a "Cyber Visionary" and spearheads The Black Women in Cyber Collective, a co-authorship endeavor with 15 other women, authoring 'Securing Our Future' a blueprint for women in tech. As the founder of her non-profit, the BGiC Foundation, also known as Black Girls in Cyber, she advocates for diversity in cyber, privacy, and STEM. Talya's achievements have earned her nominations for the SANS Difference Maker Awards and the title "Diversity Champion of the Year" in 2022. A revered speaker, she has addressed audiences at the White House ONCD, contributing to the White House Executive Order on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity, the NSA, CISA, and various conferences, promoting women's inclusion in tech. Talya's dedication to advancing Privacy and Security while championing women of color is truly inspirational.