veronica
Author, Director, Speaker, Information Systems Auditor
Published Author, Board member, Digital Trust Professional, Director, Information Systems Auditor, vlogger, International speaker, IT / Cybersecurity events Moderator, Children’s books writer, vCISO, and intrapreneur who thrives at the intersection of professionalism, Integrity, Mentorship, Culture, Corporate leadership, and fresh thinking.
awards
A Showcase of
my Awards
ISACA Inaugural challenge coins
Awarded the ISACA Inaugural challenge Coins as an appreciation for serving as an ISACA Global Board Member 2021 - 2022
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Annual Conference Speaker -ISACA Kenya chapter
Awarded for speaking during the ISACA Kenya Chapter Annual Conference 2023. Themed: Pursuing Digital Trust
02 
Cybersecurity Woman of the Year 2023 - Nominee
Nominated for the highly esteemed Cybersecurity Woman of the Year 2023 Awards. This is an opportunity to be part of an incredible gathering that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the power of women in cybersecurity.
03 
KPMG East Africa Private Enterprise
Awarded for moderating a KPMG East Africa Private Enterprise Women Leaders Breakers Roundtable Event during the celebration of International Women's Day 2023
04 
KPMG East Africa Value Champions Award 2022.
Awarded to individuals who bring KPMG values to life through their behavior and day-to-day interactions with clients and colleagues.
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Cybersecurity Woman of the World 2024 - Nominee
In addition to making it to the list of finalists for the 2024 Cybersecurity Woman of the Year Awards, Veronica was nominated for the prestigious Cybersecurity Woman of the World Edition 2024 - & CSWW Awards GALA as a recognition for my outstanding contributions and impact in the field of cybersecurity.
A big THANK YOU to the individual or group or organization that nominated me for this eminent recognition. Its super humbling! and encouraging to do more for the profession, community and the industry at large.
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Cybersecurity Woman of the Year Awards 2024.
It's official, Veronica made it to the list of finalists!
It is with great pleasure and heartfelt moment to inform you that Veronica was selected as a finalist for the Cybersecurity Woman of the Year Awards 2024.
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Certificate of Recognition - WomenTech Network
Certificate of Recognition: Contribution for make a difference in the world of Tech
WomenTech Network is focused on enabling women's empowerment in tech through leadership development, professional growth, mentorship and networking events for professionals.
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awards
A Showcase of
my Awards
ISACA Inaugural challenge coins
Awarded the ISACA Inaugural challenge Coins as an appreciation for serving as an ISACA Global Board Member 2021 - 2022
01
Annual Conference Speaker -ISACA Kenya chapter
Awarded for speaking during the ISACA Kenya Chapter Annual Conference 2023. Themed: Pursuing Digital Trust
02
Cybersecurity Woman of the Year 2023 - Nominee
Nominated for the highly esteemed Cybersecurity Woman of the Year 2023 Awards. This is an opportunity to be part of an incredible gathering that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the power of women in cybersecurity.
03
KPMG East Africa Private Enterprise
Awarded for moderating a KPMG East Africa Private Enterprise Women Leaders Breakers Roundtable Event during the celebration of International Women's Day 2023
04
KPMG East Africa Value Champions Award 2022.
Awarded to individuals who bring KPMG values to life through their behavior and day-to-day interactions with clients and colleagues.
05 bestseller
BEING: Choosing to be at the TOP because the bottom is too crowded
This book is to remind you; never to apologize for asking questions, being career smart, voicing your opinion, coming up with new ideas, being a game-changer, trusting your instincts, standing up for the people and great causes you care about, taking an extra mile to outwork the known experts, creating space / run-way for yourself and people around you, being passionate about your profession, empowering others, having positive contagious energy and most importantly for BEING you. In most of your endeavors, aim at being at the TOP because the bottom is too crowded, too ignored, too low, not valued, and non-critical.
This book is for you all.
I hope you find value in the content so as to bear visions that are worth living for.
All books are available on Amazon
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BEING: Choosing to be at the TOP because the bottom is too crowded
Are you hidden in the crowd?
Are you tired of being at the bottom?
Do you have a growth mindset?
Do you feel stuck?
Do you have a new vision?
What is holding you back?
Cyber Hygiene for Children: Raising Cyber Aware Children
To create a safe cyberspace, it all starts with children; what they see and what we teach them.
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Book reviews
I love the chapters about being- self-aware, teachable, passionate, professional, and seen. Good work. Your book inspires me. Keep writing! We need more books from you. Keep going!
By KANIKA TOLVER
Author of Career Rehab.“This book gives a step-by-step guide on how to get to the top whilst coming from a crowded bottom. It simplifies to the reader how to take actionable steps to get to your desired place in your career. Definitely worth your time as Veronica does not beat about the bush and dives immediately into “the How”
By Mercy Omollo
GRC professional.I love the book, its simple to read, straight to the point and inspirational. I love how the author uses IT Audit terminologies…very sneaky haha!
By Nancy Masila
Information Technology Analyst at KPMG UKA useful lesson with general life applications. A very inspiring book.
By Dennis Sonoiya, UK.
A must-have book. BEING talks about the challenges in life, elaborates on change, about personal and professional horizons. BEING is a must-read. I highly recommend it. Period.
By Ramses Gallego, Barcelona Spain.
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