Your guide to digital safety: protecting yourself online in Canada
The reality of technology We connect through digital tools, and when it comes to immigration, connection is more crucial than ever. But, as with every innovation, new technologies come with downsides. While digital advances provide opportunities to stay in touch with loved ones, build knowledge, advance learning, engage in entertainment, and, most of all, foster […]
Marilena Danelon on misinformation and risk
Marilena is a results-driven leader, big-picture problem solver, and lifelong learner. She brings a wide skill set to customer success, with previous experience in cyber risk management and strategy consulting and training in Catalyst’s ACTP (Accelerated Cybersecurity Training Program). Before customer success, Marilena worked as a security professional in Deloitte’s Cyber & Strategic Risk practice. […]
The math behind Katrina Lawrence’s approach to AI
As the AI Practice Lead and Senior Trainer (Senior AI Advisor) at the Catalyst, Katrina helps organizations harness the power of artificial intelligence through custom strategic training solutions. She designs and delivers AI courses and corporate training programs ranging from beginner to advanced levels, covering both practical front-end applications and technical foundations of AI and […]
Tina Ismail on breaking ground in cybersecurity
Tina Ismail is a Catalyst CyberStart Canada graduate and a cybersecurity analyst co-op student at RBC. Tina studied electrical engineering at McMaster University and was the chair of the IEEE Student Branch. Tina has attained her GFACT certification and received the ESET Canada Women in Cyber scholarship. She was recognized as a future leader by […]
From Air Cadets to Cybersecurity Ambassador: Vijay Shrivarshan Vijayaraja’s CyberStart Canada Journey
My passion for technology ignited in Grade 9 during my time as a flight corporal in Air Cadets. That’s when I first encountered cybersecurity, a field that immediately captivated me. Eager to dive deeper, I explored countless online resources and, at just 15 years old, earned my basic ISC² certification. This early spark set the […]
Jiri Fiala on the break in the chain: when data becomes exposed
Jiri Fiala is an alumni of the Catalyst accelerator and one of the most active contributors to the Catalyst Community Platform, sharing about the latest technologies, including Mythos and emerging AI. Jiri is the Founder and CEO of PrivID, Inc. PrivID is designed to keep sensitive data encrypted at all times, eliminating plaintext exposure across […]
Aisha Khanam on carving space for women in cyber
Bio: Aisha Khanam is a graduate of the Catalyst’s Accelerated Cybersecurity Training Program (ACTP). As a cybersecurity professional, her lifelong mission is to learn and grow, and she is always seeking out collaborative environments where diverse minds can thrive. Aisha believes in the power of data and human-centered approaches to solve complex challenges. As someone […]
Arjun Nagarajan on the Problems He Couldn’t Ignore
Arjun Nagarajan is an alumnus of the Catalyst’s CLIC program and a Catalyst Community Ambassador. Before cybersecurity, Arjun spent his days on the phone offering tech support at Rogers Communications to people who didn’t know they were vulnerable. They reused passwords. They shared credit card numbers without hesitation. Many had never heard of multi-factor authentication. […]
Victoria Distrito: A cyber comeback
Victoria Distrito was a participant in the Catalyst’s Accelerated Cybersecurity Training Program (ACTP) and Advanced Cyber Education (ACE) program. Previously, she also served as a technical advisor at Catalyst, and now she is an energetic member of the Catalyst Ambassador team, paving the way and creating opportunities in cybersecurity. Victoria Distrito had a thriving career […]
“The Only Woman in the Room”: How An Nguyen Turned Isolation into a Thriving Cyber Community
An has been a marketing and communications professional for over 15 years. She has experience in managing high-profile campaigns under tight timelines that build and strengthen brands while delivering aggressive revenue targets. She is adaptable and highly accountable, with a strong ability to lead and motivate team members under high-pressure scenarios. An is a Security […]
