Category: Projects
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Beyond Certifications – The Cybersecurity Skill That Sets Leaders Apart
Certifications Open Doors, But They Don’t Make You Boardroom-Ready. I’ve met countless professionals who believe that earning certifications like CISSP, CISM, Security+, etc. is the key to advancing their careers. And while certifications are valuable—they demonstrate expertise, commitment, and a solid understanding of best practices—there’s one critical skill they don’t teach: how to communicate security…
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Approaching January 1st, 2025
As we approach 2025, I’m excited to share some big goals I’ve set for myself and my business. Every November, I reflect on ways to grow, both personally and professionally, and this past November was no different. Here’s a glimpse into what I’m focusing on in 2025: Writing and Publishing My First Book This year,…
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What is Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and Why Does It Matter?
Imagine an AI system that could not only assist with routine tasks but also make strategic decisions, transforming industries overnight. This is the promise of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), a technology poised to reshape the business landscape. Unlike today’s AI systems, which excel at specific tasks like language translation or image recognition, AGI aspires to…
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GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC) was issued by Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) to Wylie Blanchard
View my verified achievement from Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC). GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC) was issued by Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) to Wylie Blanchard on February 14, 2024. The GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC) certification validates a practitioner’s understanding of governance and technical controls focused on protecting, detecting, and responding to security issues. GSLC certification holders…
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ITIL® Leader: Digital and IT Strategy was issued by AXELOS to Wylie Blanchard
View my verified achievement from Axelos. ITIL® LEADER Digital and IT Strategy (DITS) was issued by AXELOS to Wylie Blanchard on January 28, 2024. ITIL 4® Leader Digital and IT Strategy (DITS) demonstrates the individual has the practical understanding and application of crafting a digital vision and strategy, shaping and integrating IT and business strategies aligned with the…
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ITIL 4® Foundation was issued by AXELOS to Wylie Blanchard
View my verified achievement from Axelos. ITIL® Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management (ITIL 4 Edition) was issued by AXELOS to Wylie Blanchard on December 25, 2022. ITIL® 4 Foundation demonstrates this individual understands the key concepts of IT and digital service delivery including the key concepts, guiding principles and practices of ITIL® 4 for service management. They…
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Project Management Professional (PMP)® was issued by Project Management Institute to Wylie Blanchard
View my verified achievement from the Project Management Institute. Project Management Professional (PMP)® was issued by Project Management Institute to Wylie Blanchard on November 24, 2022. Earners of the globally-recognized Project Management Professional (PMP) have demonstrated their extensive knowledge and mastery of project management concepts, tasks, and techniques that are applicable across virtually any industry and methodology.…
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Discussion with Chris Hyde: Making a Difference with Data Analytics
I met with Chris Hyde, SQL Server BI and Data Science Consultant to learn about his career as a data professional and his journey into data science. In this interview Chris shares how data can make a difference in people’s lives, how there has been an increase use of statistics in data science and advice…
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Reflection: Global Immersion in Brazil 2019
I just returned from a 9 day immersion trip in Brazil learning about their economy and business practices with a group of MBA graduate students from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. First, let me say that I’ve always wanted to visit Brazil. Prior to this trip, I had an interest in the economics of…
