In this episode of the Privacy Pros Podcast, Jamal Ahmed sits down with Wolfgang Lehner, a seasoned Group Data Protection Officer with over 20 years of experience in the field. Wolfgang shares his journey from law school to leading privacy programs for global organisations, revealing the mindset shifts, adaptability, and continuous learning that have kept him at the top of his game.

Tune in as they discuss:

• The biggest career lessons from two decades in privacy
• Why trust (not just compliance) is the real currency of privacy today
• How continuous learning (including AI governance) keeps you ahead
• Practical strategies to break down complex privacy challenges
• The power of community and mentorship in accelerating career growth

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Wolfgang Lehna is a seasoned Group Data Protection Officer with an incredible 20-year track record in privacy and data protection. He brings deep expertise in designing and implementing data protection frameworks within complex corporate environments. Wolfgang is known for his strategic approach to building comprehensive privacy programs and has a particular talent for analysing business processes while effectively managing risk.

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Have you ever wonder how some people land those dream six-figure jobs through LinkedIn?

This highlight episode spills the secrets!

Jamal Ahmed breaks down the exact steps to build a killer personal brand, even if you're battling imposter syndrome.

He shares his "KFC" framework (no, not chicken!), and reveals how simply sharing your takeaways can open doors you never imagined.

If you're ready to ditch the job hunt struggle and attract opportunities to you? Tune in.

This is just an episode highlight, so be sure to listen to the full episode all about privacy engineering and building a personal brand.

In this inspiring episode, Privacy Pros Academy mentee Hiten Dani shares his journey from facing a major health crisis and career setback to building a thriving career in privacy. Learn how he overcame self-doubt, rebuilt his confidence, and gained multiple job offers.

Hiten reveals:

• Why he chose to pivot into privacy after 20+ years in cybersecurity
• The mindset shifts and practical strategies that made his transformation possible
• The power of mentorship and hands-on training to accelerate success in privacy
• How he regained his identity and became a trusted expert

If you’ve ever thought a career pivot was beyond reach, this episode will show you how to turn challenges into opportunities. Join host Jamal Ahmed, global privacy expert and founder of the Privacy Pros Academy, for actionable insights to help you start or advance your career in privacy.

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He held significant certifications including CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, and ISO 22301 BCM Lead Implementer. Yet despite these achievements, a year ago, he found himself at a crossroads, ready for meaningful change. Today, he's the professional that business leaders turn to for reducing risk, enhancing compliance, and building privacy-first cultures in their organisations. He's become known for his ability to create robust privacy programs with limited resources and forge strong, trust-based relationships across organisations. Through his training with Privacy Pros Academy, he's added CIPP/E certification to his toolkit and has recently completed the AIGP program.

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In this insightful episode, Jake Ottenwaelder, founder of Integrative Privacy, shares his journey from cybersecurity expert to privacy engineering.

In this value-packed episode, you'll discover:

• Why every organization needs a privacy engineer and what makes this role crucial for genuine privacy compliance
• Key qualities Jake looks for when hiring privacy engineers
• Tips for successfully pivoting careers between cybersecurity and privacy
• Plus how you can overcome common challenges in privacy implementation and stakeholder buy-in

Starting his career in cybersecurity, he has worked with startups, large companies, and government organizations to improve data protection and process automation. Jake is now the founder of Integrative Privacy, a Fractional Privacy Engineering Company, where he takes a holistic approach to ensure organizations achieve genuine privacy compliance rather than just checking boxes."

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Do you want to secure a six-figure privacy role and become a leader in AI governance? In this power-packed episode, Jamal Ahmed reveals the exact blueprint that helped him become a globally recognized authority – and how you can do the same.

Key Highlights:

• The five-step career success framework that's transforming privacy professionals into industry leaders
• Why AI governance is the hottest skill in privacy
• Special guest Tracy shares her journey and insights on AI's impact in healthcare

Discover Why Now Is Your Moment:

Major companies like Amazon are actively seeking professionals who understand both privacy and AI governance, offering premium salaries of £120k+.

But here's the exciting part – the field is still new enough that YOU can position yourself as an early expert!

💡 The Episode Also Covers:

• How to build credibility without years of experience
• The exact steps to transition from any background into privacy & AI governance
• Why 2024 is the perfect timing to establish yourself in this field

Only 5 spots remaining in our exclusive AIGP certification program!

With 20 ambitious professionals already enrolled, this is your last chance to join them before prices return to normal on Monday, December 2nd at midnight.

Don't miss this opportunity to transform your privacy career and become an AI governance leader.

In this episode, Jamal sits down with Veronica Canton, a seasoned privacy expert, to uncover the secrets to supercharge your privacy career through strategic networking.

Veronica shares her personal journey of overcoming obstacles and building a thriving network that has propelled her career to new heights.

Discover:

• Practical tips on cultivating meaningful connections
• The best ways to leverage platforms like LinkedIn, and contribute value to the privacy community.
• How to build a strong support system
• Secrets to increase your visibility and open doors to endless opportunities

Veronica and Jamal also dive into the power of mentorship, both as a mentor and mentee, and how it can accelerate your growth in the industry.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your privacy career to the next level, don't miss this chance to hear from two industry leaders on the transformative impact of networking done right.

She is a distinguished legal professional with extensive expertise in privacy law and data protection. Veronica has established herself as a leading authority in navigating the complex intersection of law, technology, and privacy rights. She is a Certified Information Privacy Professional for the United States and Europe, Certified Information Privacy Manager and Fellow of Information Privacy. Veronica recently launched The Canton Privacy, Tech, & AI Report, a monthly LinkedIn newsletter where she shares practical tips on data privacy, tech, and AI. She is also a member of the Latinas in Cyber Advisory Board.

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Join award-winning privacy expert Jamal Ahmed as he interviews Veronica Canton, Senior Principal Legal Counsel specialising in Privacy and ESG at an AI technology company.

In this value-packed episode, Veronica shares:

• Her inspiring journey from general practice attorney to privacy specialist
• She reveals how she overcame the common "no experience" hurdle
• And the eight essential skills every privacy professional should develop

You don't want to miss the episode!

She is a distinguished legal professional with extensive expertise in privacy law and data protection. Veronica has established herself as a leading authority in navigating the complex intersection of law, technology, and privacy rights. She is a Certified Information Privacy Professional for the United States and Europe, Certified Information Privacy Manager and Fellow of Information Privacy. Veronica recently launched The Canton Privacy, Tech, & AI Report, a monthly LinkedIn newsletter where she shares practical tips on data privacy, tech, and AI. She is also a member of the Latinas in Cyber Advisory Board.

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Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program

In this episode of the Privacy Pros Podcast, we’re joined by Onur Korocu, an award-winning privacy expert and managing partner at GovanID. Together, Jamal and Onur explore the intersection of AI and privacy, uncovering the major challenges and opportunities for privacy professionals.

They discuss:

• The growing influence of AI and how privacy professionals must adapt.
• The top challenges and ethical concerns around AI-driven technologies.

What you'll learn:

• How you can gain the skills that will make you stand out and indispensable to businesses.
• How to support innovation without compromising safeguards or digital rights.
• How Onur combined her background in cybersecurity and law to become a leading voice in privacy.

Tune in to hear Onur’s inspiring story and predictions for the future of privacy in an AI-driven world!

She also advises TerzionDX, a Microsoft partner focusing on AI, robotics, and security infrastructure.

Onur has written for prestigious magazines like Harvard Business Review and Tomorrow Magazine and shared her expertise as a lecturer for the Cyber Security Masters program at universities in Istanbul and London.

Onur is a Women in Tech world ambassador, board member, and IAPP Ireland Chapter Chair. Her notable award nominations include GRC Role Model of the Year, Technology Consulting Leader, and Cyber Women of the Year.

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