Intelligence Career Conversations
Intelligence Career Conversations
INSA
This podcast explores various aspects of careers in intelligence and national security, including insights from professionals in the field, advice on career paths, educational requirements, and discussions on current trends and challenges including talent acquisition and retention, diversity issues, and the range of opportunities across the public, private and academic sectors.
Stephanie La Rue: DEIA in the IC
On this special episode of the Intelligence Career Conversations Podcast, we welcome Stephanie La Rue, Chief, IC Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility officer, ODNI! Moderated by Bishop Garrison, VP for Policy INSA, Ms. La Rue shares her responsibilities and projects in her current position, the role her mentors have played in her career journey, how the IC is working to meet diversity and inclusion goals, current workforce trends and challenges, and more!​​
Feb 22, 2024
32 min
Dominique Cooper: Seizing Opportunities
On this episode of the ICC podcast, we welcomed Dominique Cooper! Ms. Cooper shares her career trajectory, from NGA to Silicon Valley to a DIB contractor. She also delves into her mentorships and how she obtained and cultivated these relationships. 
Feb 8, 2024
24 min
Trent Teyema: Set Your Sights on the IC
On this week's episode of the ICC Podcast, Trent Teyema, Founder & President, CSG Strategies, Inc. joins host Jim Donnely to discuss his career in the intelligence community. Tune in to hear Mr. Teyema, share his inspiration for joining the IC and the steps he took to realize his dream of joining the FBI. He also shares advice for young professionals seeking to serve in government and senior professionals looking to transition to industry! 
Jan 25, 2024
25 min
Nicole Pilkus: Accepting Uncertainty
On this episode of the ICC, Jim Donnelly is joined by Nicole Pilkus, Principal Deputy Director, Office of Policy and Strategy, NRO. Ms. Pilkus discusses her 25+ year career journey including her educational path, goal-setting tips, evolving expectations of the workforce...and more!
Jan 11, 2024
23 min
Sarah McPeak: Embracing Your Next Steps
On this episode of the ICC podcast, we are pleased to welcome Sarah McPeak, Lead Technical Specialist, Maxar, to discuss her academic journey, decision to pursue a career in geospatial intelligence, time in the Army and transition to the private sector, commitment to continuous learning, and more! 
Dec 7, 2023
23 min
Bishop Garrison: Journeying From Military to Private Sector, Public Sector, and Beyond
On this episode of the ICC podcast, Bishop Garrison, VP for Policy, INSA, explores his career path, navigating the shift from military service to the private and public sectors. He shares insights on effective mentorship, offers guidance for aspiring mentors and young professionals, valuable advice, and more!
Nov 22, 2023
28 min
Austin Wang: Mission First, But People Always
On this week’s episode of the ICC podcast, we are pleased to welcome Austin Wang, Vice President of Intelligence at MITRE to discuss his Marine Corps and CIA service, varying paths into the IC workforce, best practices for growing your IC career...and more!
Nov 9, 2023
25 min
Cadie Hopkins: Mentee to Mentor
On this episode of the ICC podcast, Cadie Hopkins Federal, Altana AI & Co-Founder, Iron Butterfly Media, discusses her nontraditional career journey, how she sees the community evolving, value of mentors and giving back, and the importance of staying true to who you are.  
Oct 26, 2023
27 min
Peter Kant: Honing Your Skill Set
On this week’s episode of the ICC podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Peter Kant, Chairman and CEO of Enabled Intelligence. Mr. Kant discusses his career journey in the IC. Mr. Kant discusses his career journey including advice for setting career goals, developing and honing technical skill sets, leveraging neurodiverse capabilities, the workforce...and more!
Oct 12, 2023
24 min
Likia Hawkins: The Importance of Being Fearless
On this week’s episode, Likia Hawkins, President and CEO of Steel Point Solutions, joins host Jim Donnelly to discuss the importance of building trust, being fearless, and the career-enhancing power of allies, champions, and mentors.
Sep 28, 2023
25 min
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