[S1E4] Breaking Barriers, Building Talent: Cyber Insights & Inspiration with BGH

What does it take to build a more inclusive, confident, and capable cyber workforce? Data, community, and a clear mission.In this episode of The Cyber Talent Matrix, host Sasha Vanterpool is joined by co-hosts Jeff Welgan and Will Denman, along with special guest Rebekah Skeete, Executive Director and CEO of BlackGirlsHack, to explore insights from the 2025 BlackGirlsHack Cyber Talent Study — a collaboration between BlackGirlsHack and skillrex.Together, we’ll uncover:1. How community-driven programs like BGH are expanding access and opportunity in cybersecurity.2. What the data reveals about skill confidence, growth areas, and workforce readiness.3. How BGH used study insights to shape new initiatives and empower members for success.4. What organizations can do today to turn data into action and build the next generation of cyber talent.Whether you’re a CISO, workforce strategist, HR/L&D professional, or advocate for diversity in cyber — this episode will inspire you to think differently about how we grow, support, and sustain talent in the field.🎙️ Join the conversation — and see how data and purpose can work together to build a stronger, more resilient cyber workforce.