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Terry Benzel: Charting the Future of Cybersecurity

When Terry Benzel was in nursery school, her father captivated the children by teaching them how to build a logic board. At home, she was immersed in an environment rich with philosophy and logic—a perfect training ground for a woman destined to fight some of the biggest battles in cyber warfare. 

Terry, a Harley-riding dynamo, played a pivotal role in putting the White House online during President Bill Clinton's administration. Since then, she has become a leading force in cybersecurity, orchestrating sophisticated simulations of cyber attacks to fortify our digital infrastructure against potential threats. Her journey from a childhood surrounded by logic symbols to the frontlines of cyber defense reads like a thrilling chapter from The Da Vinci Code. 

Terry Benzel: Charting the Future of Cybersecurity
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