Identiholics

In this episode, Bashira Baset, Director of Identity and Access Management at VF Corporation—the company behind brands like The North Face, Vans, and Timberland—shares how she led the journey to modernize VF’s legacy IAM system. Bashira discusses the challenges of retiring outdated applications, gaining C-suite and business unit buy-in, and managing change across 12 global brands. She also highlig...

In this episode of Identiholics, host Christine Owen interviews Andrew Shikiar, CEO of FIDO Alliance. Andrew discusses the evolution of identity concepts and the development of passkeys as a password replacement. Andrew highlights key milestones in FIDO's history, including collaborations with major tech companies and the focus on user experience. The conversation covers the importance of passkeys...

This episode features James Lee from the Identity Theft Resource Center, who discusses the latest findings from their annual data breach report. The conversation highlights the convergence of data breaches and identity crimes, emphasizing how modern attacks often stem from compromised personal information. Lee shares insights on the effectiveness of cybersecurity measures, the evolving tactics of...

In this episode of Identiholics, host Christine Owen speaks with Jackie Wright and Reverend Ben Roberts from the Foundry United Methodist Church about their impactful ID Ministry. This initiative has been assisting unhoused and low-income individuals in Washington, DC, to obtain essential identity documents for over two decades. The conversation delves into the challenges posed by the Real ID Act,...

In this episode, Christine Owen sits down with Ryan Galluzzo, the Identity Program Lead at NIST, to discuss the recently released NIST 800-63-4 guidelines. They dive into Ryan's journey to NIST, the process behind developing the standards, and how organizations can provide feedback. The episode aims to demystify NIST and encourage open communication between the agency and the identity community.

In this episode of Identiholics, host Christine Owen welcomes Jeremy Grant, Managing Director at Venable, to discuss his extensive career in cybersecurity. Jeremy shares his unique journey leading cybersecurity initiatives at a top law firm. They explore the evolving landscape of digital identity, the importance of robust security measures, and the role of smart card technology in modern cybersecu...

In this episode of Identiholics, host Christine Owen speaks with identity expert Maria Vachino about her journey from the Applied Physics Laboratory to consulting in the federal space. They discuss the evolution of digital identity, the importance of biometrics for secure identity proofing, and the potential of mobile driver's licenses in enhancing user convenience and security. Tune in to explore...

In this episode of Identiholics, host Christine Owen interviews Ross Foard, a Former DHS and CISA Engineer. They discuss Foard's career in the government, particularly his work in the identity and access management (IAM) space. Foard explains how he got involved in IAM and the impact of web technologies on identity management. He also talks about his experience working for the Department of Homela...

In this episode of Identiholics, host Christine Owen is joined by Jamie Danker from Venable and Carole House from Terranet. They discuss the importance of women in the cybersecurity field and the need for more women to be involved in privacy and security discussions. They also talk about the value of mentorship and creating networks of women in the industry. The conversation highlights the challen...

In this episode of Identiholics, Christine Owen sits down with Andi Hindle, a cornerstone of the digital identity community and the man behind Identiverse. Andi shares his unconventional path from studying Japanese in university to becoming a pivotal figure in the identity industry. He recounts his early days in the software industry, his tenure at Ping Identity, and how he eventually took the hel...

In the premiere episode of Identiholics, Christine Owen interviews Megan Shamas from the FIDO Alliance, diving into the realm of digital identity and authentication. They explore FIDO's mission to promote stronger authentication globally, discussing passkeys, certification programs, and initiatives aimed at eliminating passwords. Megan highlights FIDO's role in scaling passwordless authentication...