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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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