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Bridging The Gap: Diversity Cyber Council and The
Emergence of Tech as The New Opportunity Frontier
Diversity Cyber Council Initiative
By Donna Segura, Publicist: OleanderPR
In a world where technology is rapidly redefining every aspect of our lives, there's a burgeoning
recognition of the need for diversity to drive innovation and resilience, particularly in the cybersecurity
domain. This is where military veteran Odie Gray's brainchild, the Diversity Cyber Council (DCC), comes
into play, advocating for inclusivity in tech and heralding it as the new "trap" – a term reappropriated to
signify opportunity and advancement in the digital age.
Odie Gray: A Visionary for Inclusion in Cybersecurity
After serving in the military, Odie Gray transitioned to civilian life with a keen awareness of the
cybersecurity threats facing our nation and the world. He also witnessed a lack of representation from
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