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The King of Data Protection - Jamal Ahmed
Data privacy is a hot sector in the world of business. But it can be hard to break in and have a career that thrives. That’s where our podcast comes in! We interview leading Privacy Pros and share the secrets to success each fortnight. We'll help guide you through the complex world of Data Privacy so that you can focus on achieving your career goals instead of worrying about compliance issues. It's never been easier or more helpful than this! You don't have to go at it alone anymore! It’s easy to waste a lot of time and energy learning about Data Privacy on your own, especially if you find it complex and confusing. Founder and Co-host Jamal Ahmed, dubbed “The King of GDPR” by the BBC, interviews leading Privacy Pros and discusses topics businesses are struggling with each week and pulls back the curtain on the world of Data Privacy. Deep dive with the world's brightest and most thought-provoking data privacy thought leaders to inspire and empower you to unleash your best to thrive as a Data Privacy Professional. If you're ambitious, driven & highly motivated, and thinking about a career in Data Privacy, a rising Privacy Pro or an Experienced Privacy Leader this is the podcast for you. Subscribe today so you never miss an episode or important update from your favourite Privacy Pro. And if you ever want to learn more about how to secure a career in data privacy and then thrive, just tune into our show and we'll teach you everything there is to know! Listen now and subscribe for free on iTunes, Spotify or Google Play Music! Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive insights, secret expert tips & actionable resources for a thriving privacy career that we only share with email subscribers https://newsletter.privacypros.academy/sign-up
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Secrets to Success

Secrets to Success

You want to be a privacy professional, but you don't know where to start?Discover the secrets to a thriving career in data protection. It's not always easy being a privacy professional, but it can be rewarding and fulfilling. Learn how to navigate this challenging field with top tips from Jamal Ahmed the King of Data Protection.In this episode, he shares the five pillars to help you thrive as a privacy professional. It’s time to take your career into your own hands!We also learn more about the things Jamal does outside of Data Privacy and unearth why he set up the Privacy Pros Academy and podcast.You deserve more than just another job; you deserve a fulfilling career that will make all of your dreams come true. This episode will show you how to get there with 5 simple steps so it doesn't seem so intimidating or difficult anymore! If you want to make it as a successful Privacy Pro and take your career to a new level - You can't afford to miss out on this episode! Listen Now...Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Follow Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/See the parcel distribution here: https://youtu.be/MD8LFx2AgCkWatch Jamal jump out of a plane here: https://youtu.be/fvRd_i25Bzg Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
01:01:1114/07/2021
Re-Ignite The Hunger

Re-Ignite The Hunger

Wanna Know How You Can Change Career & Make It As A PrivacyPro, Even Without Any Previous Experience Or A Legal Background? Fayaaz Choudhury, Privacy Pro Accelerator Mentee, Fayaaz Choudhury, reveals how he made it as Privacy Pro and landed his dream role with a leading multi-national company despite having no previous knowledge or experience in less than 23 weeks using the proven 5 Step Formula at the Privacy Pros Academy.Fayaaz shares his experience of the Privacy Pro Accelerator Programme and the highs and lows of his journey so far towards building a successful, meaningful and rewarding career in Data Privacy. He reveals what it's really like to be mentored by Jamal Ahmed, and why he decided to pursue a career in Data Privacy.If you want to make it as a successful Privacy Pro and take your career to a new level - You can't afford to miss out on this episode! Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Follow Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Connect with Fayaaz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fayaaz-choudhury/
39:4606/07/2021
For The People

For The People

Do you want a thriving career in Data Privacy?Tripti Dhar reveals the secrets behind her success!In this value-packed episode, we reveal how investing in yourself can be the difference between settling for mediocrity and securing a truly thriving career in data protection.Tripti shares the strategies that have really helped her to build a successful career despite being on the Indian sub-continent and how you too can achieve the career you've always dreamed of.We discuss the cultural aspects of privacy rights and freedoms and other key data privacy topics.Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Tripti Dhar is a partner at Reina Legal LLP.Tripti is India's leading Data Privacy lawyer and heads up the data protection and privacy practice for India and the Middle East. Tripti is a Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) as conferred by International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). She is also a trainer for the DSCI Certified Privacy Professional (DCPP) certification. She holds B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) from NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, a premier law school of India and completed her Executive Education Programme at Said Business School, University of Oxford. Tripti has over 10 years experience and regularly advises clients in the sectors of TMT, healthcare, FinTech and FMCG. Tripti is also a technical/ policy expert at AI Policy Exchange, Institute of Public Policy, National Law School of India University, Bangalore.If you want to make it as a successful Privacy Pro and take your career to a new level - You can't afford to miss out on this episode! Listen Now...Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Connect with Tripti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhartripti/Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
46:3130/06/2021
Follow Your Dreams

Follow Your Dreams

Do you want a thriving career in Data Privacy?Sarah Taieb reveals the secrets!In this value-packed episode, we reveal how a mentor can be the difference between living a life of mediocrity and living a truly fulfilling one.Sarah shares the strategies that has really helped her to build a successful career and how you too can achieve the career you've always dreamed of.We discuss the adequacy decision and other key data privacy topics.Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Sarah is the Data Protection Officer at UGI International. Sarah was the Global Data Protection Officer at Ipsen Group, and a Senior Associate at Hogan Lovells and worked with Eduardo Ustaran. Sarah is also the creator of the group Mentoring in the Data Privacy Field, which has over 350 members. She is the Vice Director of the French branch of the European Association for Data Protection Professionals (EADPP). If you want to make it as a successful Privacy Pro and take your career to a new level - You can't afford to miss out on this episode! Listen Now...Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-ta%C3%AFeb-jaskierowicz-6063383/Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
43:4822/06/2021
We've Got Your Back

We've Got Your Back

How Much More Can You Achieve Knowing That Someone Always Has Your Back?Richard Merrygold reveals his journey from a role in Information Governance all the way to being responsible for creating a worldwide privacy framework for FTSE 100 firm and progressing onto setting up his consultancy.Richard shares why he loves the Privacy industry and why there's never been a better time to secure a thriving career as a Privacy Professional.He shares the secrets that helped him to make it all the way to the top and why you need to start enhancing your personal brand.Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Richard Merrygold is a highly experienced Data Protection practitioner. Richard has spent over 10 years supporting organisations across healthcare, pharmaceutical, technology, charity and financial service sectors. He is also a regular speaker and commentator on data protection and privacy matters and holds the BCS Certificate in Data Protection.Richard is co-founder of iSTORM®, a consultancy and advisory service provider which specialises in providing data protection, information security and penetration testing consultancy and support services to a wide range of organisations across the UK and Europe.Listen Now...Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-merrygold-7856847/Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
36:5015/06/2021
The Game Changer for Privacy Pros

The Game Changer for Privacy Pros

Wanna know what it takes for a thriving career as a Privacy Pro?Jose Belo, World Class AI & Privacy Pro reveals all!Jose explains how he found his true calling as a privacy pro and shares his top tips for anyone looking to achieve IAPP CIPPE and CIPM certifications.He breaks down the value of both the CIPPE and CIPM certifications and explains the benefits of attaining each certification and how it can really help you in practice.Jose explains what he deems to be the 'game changer' for anyone seeking to secure a successful career in the Privacy Industry.Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Jose is a legal professional and Data Protection Officer, specialized in data protection and privacy.Jose is currently Head of Data Privacy at Valuer.ai. Jose has worked in privacy and data protection in various countries, including the UK, Luxembourg and Portugal.He specializes in compliance and Data Protection Officer roles in the financial and technology sector. Jose is a former co-chair of the IAPP Lisboa (Portugal) and Luxembourg Chapter.If you want to make it as a successful Privacy Pro and take your career to a new level - You can't afford to miss out on this episode! Listen Now...Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Connect with Jose on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseapbelo/Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
35:5408/06/2021
Privacy Pros Academy EXPOSED

Privacy Pros Academy EXPOSED

Ever Wondered What It's Like At PrivacyPro's Academy? We speak to Zainab Mahmood, Privacy Pro Accelerator Mentee who reveals all. Zainab shares her experience of the Privacy Pro Accelerator Programme and the highs and lows of her journey so far towards building a successful, meaningful and rewarding career in Data Privacy. Zainab reveals what it's really like to be mentored by Jamal Ahmed, and why she decided to pursue a career in Data Privacy.If you want to make it as a successful Privacy Pro and take your career to a newlevel - You can't afford to miss out on this episode! Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Connect with Zainab on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zainab-mahmood/Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
36:2414/04/2021
Can You Feel The Heat?

Can You Feel The Heat?

Paul Katzoff, Tech Support turned CEO of Data Privacy SaaS, shares why Data Privacy is the hottest industry to get into right now.Paul shares with you how he went from Tech Support to CEO of WhiteCanyon Software, his Secrets to Success and how you too can Launch, Progress and Excel your career as a PrivacyPro. Paul has over 12 years experience in Data Privacy and more Fortune 100 companies use WipeDrive than any other solution.Discover the importance of Data Deletion and some of the challenges organisations face from Pauls insightful experience.Unearth what CEO’s look for when hiring Data Privacy Pros and why it reallypays to invest in training over learning how to pass an exam.If you want to make it as a successful Privacy Pro and take your career to a newlevel - You can't afford to miss out on this episode! Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Connect with Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulkatzoffSubscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
31:1606/04/2021
Data Privacy Isn't Stopping

Data Privacy Isn't Stopping

You Need To Differentiate Yourself From The Rest!Privacy SaaS Data Privacy Pro, Alex Fetani, reveals why he ditched his career as Paralegal to become a PrivacyPro.He shares what it's really like working for the fastest-growing company in the world and the first Data Privacy company to be valued over a billion dollars.Alex shares his personal experiences of helping community organisations overcome Data Privacy challenges.Alex explains why it's crucial to differentiate yourself from the competition and reveals what's working for him. He unearths how the work in Data Privacy leads to making a positive impact on society, resulting in a meaningful, rewarding and respectable career.Alex shares his top tips for anyone thinking about launching and uplevelling their Data Privacy career.Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Connect with Alex on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexfetani/Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
29:1831/03/2021
Protecting Children's Privacy

Protecting Children's Privacy

Just Because You Can, It Doesn't Mean You Should!UK's leading DPO for Schools, Claire Archibald, reveals some of the key challenges when it comes to protecting the privacy rights of children and how they can be addressed.Claire unearths how witnessing the activities of nine-year-old girls on Instagram led her on the path to becoming a Data Protection Officer and Consultant at Education Data Hub.This episode is packed full of valuable information for parents, educators and anyone that cares about the privacy of the child(ren) in their lives.If you want to make it as a successful Privacy Pro and take your career to a new level - You can't afford to miss out on this episode! Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Connect with Claire on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-archibald-b608001a1/Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
41:1709/03/2021
It's Not Too Late to Get Into Data Privacy

It's Not Too Late to Get Into Data Privacy

Have You Ever Thought: It's Too Late to Make a Career Change to Data Privacy?Robert Baugh, International Data Privacy Lawyer turned Privacy SaaS Entrepreneur, shares why right now - is the best time for you to make that move into Data Privacy.Robert shares with you what inspired him to create Keepabl, his Secrets to Success and how you too can Launch, Progress and Excel your career as a PrivacyPro. Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
33:2823/02/2021
This Time It's Personal

This Time It's Personal

Ever Wondered Who the Real Jamal Ahmed is? In this week's episode, things get really personal. We take an intimate peek into Jamal's journey as he reveals some of his inner most life changing experiences. We discover what drives him and how he's managed to achieve the kind of success most people can only dream of in such a short space of time.Jamal shares his ambitious plans for the future and his Hottest Top Tips for Success.If you want to make it as a successful Privacy Pro and take your career to a new level - You can't afford to miss out on this episode! Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
23:2615/02/2021
In conversation with a "Big 4"

In conversation with a "Big 4"

Ever wondered what it takes to make it as Privacy Pro with the "Big 4"? We speak to Gbenga Odugbemi, Senior Cyber Security & Privacy Associate at EY. Gbenga shares his Secrets to Success, Top Tips and Game Changing Advice for anyone looking to build a successful, highly paid career in Data Privacy. Gbenga lifts the cover on his personal journey into the Privacy Industry and unearths how he overcame some of his biggest challenges.Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Connect with Gbenga on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbengaodugbemi/Connect with Jamal on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
41:1509/02/2021
In conversation with the King of Data Protection

In conversation with the King of Data Protection

The Data Privacy Industry is booming.There exists a shortage of credible and authoritative Data Privacy professionals to satisfy the ever-increasing appetite for businesses to hire world-class data privacy talent across the globe. In this debut episode, we speak to Jamal Ahmed, CEO of Kazient Privacy Experts. He explains what compelled him to found the Privacy Pros Academy, what makes it unique and what sets it apart from anything else in the world. Jamal Ahmed is a leading global Privacy Professional, World Class Trainer and Lead Mentor at the Privacy Pros Academy.Jamal discusses what he loves about being a Privacy Pro and shares the value of the Privacy Pros Community and much more...Ready to become a World Class Privacy Expert? Book your call to join the World's Leading Privacy Program Subscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/PrivacyPros
31:3402/02/2021