The CSM Lounge

Are you a high-level technical expert struggling to make the leap into transformative business leadership? In this episode of The CSM Lounge , host Femi sits down with Jennifer Selby Long, an executive coach to CISOs at companies like Airbnb, Sony, and LinkedIn. Jennifer breaks down why the "high-control" leadership model is cracking and how to navigate the mental and political pressures of the C-...

Transitioning your career to a new country is about more than just a resume—it’s about a cultural pivot. This week, Femi welcomes HR expert and career consultant Kemi Bankole. Kemi shares her raw journey of moving from Nigeria to Vancouver, nearly hitting "zero" in her bank account, and eventually unlocking a strategy that landed her 7 competing offers from both public and private sectors. Key Tak...

Is your organization truly leveraging AI, or are you just stuck in "Strategy Theatre"? In this episode of The CSM Lounge , Femi sits down with Adura Fayode , founder of Aivant , to discuss why most enterprises are stuck in "Strategy Theatre." While AI is a recognized game-changer, adoption often stalls due to leadership disconnects and a lack of practical frameworks. Adura breaks down the "stagnat...

Big goals. Zero follow-through. Sound familiar? Chidi Ikebujo built a tech platform to solve exactly that — and her journey from Nigeria to building Be LockedIn in North America is the kind of story that makes you rethink what's possible. In this episode, Chidi breaks down how AI can transform the way professionals set goals, stay accountable, and actually execute — without burning out in the proc...

Most organizations think they’re secure. Until something breaks. In this episode, I’m joined by Judy Sin, an experienced Cybersecurity Strategic Consultant, who works with organizations navigating cyber maturity, incident response, executive tabletop exercises, and real-world security challenges. We talk about the uncomfortable gap between compliance and readiness — and what tech leaders need to u...

Summary In this launch episode of The CyberSec Migrant Lounge, Chris Carter shares his extensive experience in IT, emphasizing the importance of AI in the industry. He discusses the challenges SMBs face in securing their data and the need to align security with business strategies. Chris also highlights the significance of ERP solutions and best practices for successful transformations. The conver...