Transcend Field Trips

In this episode of Transcend Field Trips, Ron De Jesus sits down with Aimee Cardwell, Transcend’s Chief Information Security Officer in Residence and former CISO at UnitedHealth Group, to explore the powerful intersection of privacy and security leadership.Together, they unpack the CPO–CISO partnership—where tension meets trust—and how aligning these two disciplines can transform compliance, risk management, and innovation across the enterprise.Listen to learn:How privacy and security teams can move from parallel tracks to true partnershipWhat makes collaboration between CPOs and CISOs succeed—or stallWhy data minimization is a shared cornerstone of both security and privacyHow to approach AI governance and emerging risk together🎥 Subscribe to ‪@transcend_io‬ for more Field Trips—candid, peer-to-peer conversations with global privacy and security leaders redefining the future of trust, technology, and governance.👉 Learn more at https://transcend.io👉 Watch full episode here: https://youtu.be/hKVyhK40ClsChapters:00:00 Introduction00:51 Meet Aimee Cardwell, Transcend’s CISO in Residence01:37 The CPO–CISO partnership: tension and trust03:47 Aligning privacy and security goals05:13 Why data minimization matters for both teams06:21 Balancing AI innovation and governance07:53 Managing risk together11:30 Vendor management and M&A transactions15:04 Breaking the “Department of No” stigma15:37 Who owns AI governance?19:25 Advice for privacy and security leaders

In this episode of Transcend Field Trips, Ron De Jesus sits down with Sue Vinci, Chief Privacy Officer at Verizon, to explore what it takes to lead privacy at scale in one of the world’s largest telecommunications companies.With more than two decades of experience in privacy and compliance, Sue shares candid lessons on leadership, trust, and the evolving role of the CPO—from managing complex regulations to shaping company culture.Watch to learn:What quality makes or breaks a CPO in the boardroomHow to earn credibility across the enterpriseThe mindset needed to lead through constant changeWhy trust is privacy’s most powerful differentiator🎥 Subscribe to our channel for more Field Trips, candid, peer-to-peer conversations with global privacy and data leaders redefining the future of trust, technology, and governance.👉 Learn more at https://transcend.io

What does the future of privacy look like? Who’s shaping it and why does it matter?In this full episode of Next-Gen Voices, our very own Ron De Jesus sits down with four bold, emerging leaders who are pushing the boundaries of privacy, AI governance, digital rights, and responsible innovation. These aren’t just rising voices—they’re helping redefine the values and systems that underpin our digital world.🎙️ Featuring:Ron De Jesus - Field Chief Privacy Officer at Transcend Shana Morgan - Global Head of AI / Privacy, L3Harris TechnologiesJevan Hutson - Privacy & Security Associate, Davis Wright Tremaine LLPMelanie Selvadurai - Privacy Program Manager, Privacy Risk at TikTokSonia S. Siddiqui - Founder and Partner at Tamarack Solutions LLC (ex-Kohler, ex-Coinbase)From civil rights to social media safety, identity to AI ethics—this candid conversation dives into the human side of privacy and the new generation of leadership behind it.🔗 Learn more:  transcend.io/blog/next-gen-voices-full-episode👍 Like, comment, and subscribe to hear more from the future of privacy.

Leading privacy in a moment of changeIn this first episode of Transcend's CPO Roundtable Transcend's Field CPO Ron De Jesus sits down with three industry leaders each with a unique perspective on this moment—where data is a strategic asset, AI is reshaping everything, and trust is the currency that matters most.Brandon Kerstens, VP, AGC & Chief Privacy Officer, Match GroupAdaora Amankwah, Global Director, Data Privacy & DPO, Yum! BrandsKelly Peterson, Chief Privacy Officer, GrindrNote: You can also watch this video directly on YouTube.Designed for CPOs and privacy professionals, CPO Roundtable delivers unfiltered insights into the mindset, motivations, and real-world experiences that are challenging traditional paradigms and inspiring a new era of privacy leadership.Read more on what inspired the series, and stay tuned for more episodes soon.

In this episode of Transcend Field Trips, Ron speaks with Felicien Vallet, Head of AI at the Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés (CNIL).They cover the top risks to individuals engaging with AI, the complexities of respecting data minimization, model training, and what’s next on the CNIL’s roadmap.

In the second installment of this two-part episode of Transcend Field Trips, Ron De Jesus continues his conversation with Max Schrems—Austrian activist, lawyer, and author and Honorary Chair of noyb.They discuss the fragmented enforcement of privacy rights across Europe and the US, government and commercial surveillance, and the differences in how data protection is approached in both regions. They also discussed Max’s position on "pay-or-okay" data tracking, dark patterns, and the inconsistent regulation of privacy practices.

In the first half of this two-part episode of Transcend Field Trips, Ron speaks with Max Schrems, Austrian activist, lawyer, and author and Chair of noyb.Best known for his groundbreaking campaigns against Facebook's privacy practices and challenging the transfer of personal data between the EU and the US, Max dives deep into the current state of privacy rights and what's ahead. In conversation with Ron, Max shares insights into the ongoing battles for European data sovereignty, the practical challenges facing privacy enforcement, and his views on AI governance and the EU AI Act.Transcend Field Trips is hosted by Ron De Jesus, first ever Field Chief Privacy Officer. This series aims to engage with privacy leaders and policymakers, understand their points of view amidst rapid industry changes, and foster meaningful dialogue on pressing privacy issues.

Episode 2 features Kai Zenner, Head of Office and Digital Policy Advisor for MEP Axel Voss. Kai, a digital enthusiast and AI policy expert, offers his unfiltered insights on the current state of EU lawmaking and thoughtful suggestions to ensure the effectiveness of the AI Office.Transcend Field Trips is hosted by Ron De Jesus, first ever Field Chief Privacy Officer. This series aims to engage with privacy leaders and policymakers, understand their points of view amidst rapid industry changes, and foster meaningful dialogue on pressing privacy issues.

On the series premiere of Transcend Field Trips, Ron De Jesus welcomes the very first guest, Dan Nechita, Head of Cabinet to MEP Dragos Tudorache, co-rapporteur of the AI Act.Dan chatted with Ron in Brussels at the epicenter of EU lawmaking during IAPP's AI Governance Global, where he shared his experience working in European Parliament, the unique challenges faced during the negotiations of this watershed act, and his advice for privacy pros as they're tasked with navigating AI governance for their companies.