INSA Podcast
Intelligence Career Conversations
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Suzanne White: Lessons on Humility, Mentorship, and UncertaintyOn this week's episode of the Intelligence Career Conversations podcast, Jim Donnelly speaks with Suzanne White, former Deputy Director for the Defense Intelligence Agency. Suzanne reflects on her path from financial management to senior intelligence leadership, sharing lessons on humility, communication, and leading through uncertainty. She offers candid advice on mentorship, career growth, and finding balance in demanding national security roles.
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The Hon. Ellen McCarthy: Trust, Leadership, and the Future of IntelligenceIn this ICC podcast episode, host Jim Donnelly sits down with The Hon. Ellen McCarthy, CEO and Founder of the Trust in Media Cooperative and a longtime leader in the U.S. intelligence community, as she recounts her unconventional journey, from freelance reporter to Soviet submarine analyst to Assistant Secretary of State for INR. In this engaging conversation, she shares lessons learned on her rise to senior leadership, reflects on overcoming imposter syndrome, highlights the power of mentorship, and discusses what drove her to launch the Trust in Media Cooperative to strengthen the nation’s information ecosystem.
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Chris Jones: Navigating the ICOn this episode of the Intelligence Career Conversations podcast, host Jim Donnelly is joined by Chris Jones, Chief Technology Officer at Nightwing. Chris shares his extensive background in the IC, his transition from public to private sector, and the importance of continuous learning. He delves into challenges facing the IC today, particularly technology adoption and the need for skilled AI and cybersecurity professionals.
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Amber Nicholas: Prioritizing PeopleOn this episode of the ICC podcast, host Jim Donnelly is joined by Amber Nicholas, INSA Advisory Committee Member and Principal Account Executive for National Security at AWS. Tune in as Amber reflects on her experience at the intersection of technology and national security. She shares her perspective on continuous learning, staying adaptable in the face of emerging technologies, and why relationships, mentorship, and putting people first are at the core of lasting impact.
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Erringer Helbling: The Balance of ServiceOn this episode of the ICC Podcast, host Jim Donnelly speaks with Erringer Helbling, CEO of Demati, about building a career at the intersection of intelligence, cybersecurity, and corporate leadership. From military service to safeguarding global enterprises, Erringer reflects on how a commitment to service has shaped her path, whether it's protecting missions, mentoring colleagues, or leading with integrity.