International Women’s Day 2025: Celebrating the Women of ISMS.online
Table Of Contents:
- 1) Paige Keir, Head of Customer Support
- 2) Maria Drakoula, Digital Success Operations Manager and Business Analyst
- 3) Angie Forder, Business and Finance Administrator
- 4) Rebecca Harper, Head of Content Marketing
- 5) Christie Rae, Content Marketing Specialist
- 6) Building an Inclusive Workplace Every Day of the Year
International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8th, recognises the incredible achievements of women across the globe while raising awareness of the issues women still face socially, politically, culturally and economically.
This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the women of ISMS.online! We spoke to some of the 21 brilliant women on the ISMS.online team about what they do in their day-to-day roles, their favourite quotes from women, and their favourite pieces of ISMS.online content.
Paige Keir, Head of Customer Support
Paige’s Role
I work in a hybrid position, between Customer Support and Content.
Favourite Quote
“The first thing I do in the morning is brush my teeth and sharpen my tongue.” – Dorothy Parker
Favourite ISMS.online Content
Neurodiversity Celebration Week: Why It Matters in the Workplace
This piece I was given the opportunity to write about neurodiversity in the workplace!
Maria Drakoula, Digital Success Operations Manager and Business Analyst
Maria’s Role
As a Digital Success Operations Manager/Business Analyst, I specialise in ensuring data health and integrity within our CRM system and monitor the alignment of our software, Finance and CRM system data. I am responsible for the creation and maintenance of reports and dashboards, providing actionable insights that drive informed decision-making and operational efficiency.
In addition to providing critical reporting and analysis to the SLT, I play a key role in optimising processes around Customer Success, contributing to smooth workflows and successful outcomes. Beyond data and processes, I am passionate about fostering a supportive workplace culture: I lead a monthly Mental Health Forum, creating a space for open dialogue and well-being tips.
Favourite Quote
“A woman is like a tea bag — you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
Favourite ISMS.online Content
Will the UK’s AI Growth Plans Also “Mainline” Cyber Threats?
Exploring the importance of balancing AI innovation with risk management.
“The challenge is that the hidden layers of AI operate through ‘learned representations’, which is difficult for security teams to interpret and monitor for vulnerabilities. This makes it harder to detect tampered AI models, particularly in systems that function autonomously or in real-time,”
ISO 42001, for example, is designed to drive responsible use and management of AI management systems. “It provides guidelines for secure AI use, helping developers implement mechanisms to detect unusual behaviour or unexpected outputs, reducing susceptibility to manipulation. ISO 42001 is an effective methodology for helping organisations to adopt AI mindfully. It drives a careful approach to assessing and controlling the implementation of AI, ensuring that there is sufficient insight and oversight of associated risks.”
Angie Forder, Business and Finance Administrator
Angie’s Role
Working with suppliers and processing all costs within the company, including all payments out and payroll/HR duties.
Favourite Quote
“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” – Mae West
Favourite ISMS.online Content
My favourite piece of content is our “2024 Wrapped”. It is great see an overview and be reminded of all the accomplishments and successes in 2024!
Rebecca Harper, Head of Content Marketing
Rebecca’s Role
As Head of Content Marketing at ISMS.online, I create content that helps businesses make sense of information security, privacy and GRC. I break down complex topics like ISO 27001, NIS 2, and AI governance into clear, practical insights that support resilience and compliance. Security and trust are at the heart of what I do, and I’m passionate about driving meaningful conversations, making compliance more accessible, and championing diversity in cybersecurity.
Favourite Quote
“Define success on your own terms, achieve it by your own rules, and build a life you’re proud to live.” — Anne Sweeney
Favourite ISMS.online Content
Executive Insights: The State of Information Security in 2024
This blog, Executive Insights: The State of Information Security in 2024, is my favourite piece of content from the last year because it offers a comprehensive, data-driven analysis of the evolving security landscape. It highlights the growing role of information security as a driver of business resilience and growth, not just risk mitigation.
The report’s insights on supply chain vulnerabilities, AI in cybersecurity, and the business value of compliance are particularly valuable. It presents crucial data and provides actionable takeaways for organisations to stay ahead of threats, making it a must-read for any business leader navigating today’s complex risk environment.
Christie Rae, Content Marketing Specialist
Christie’s Role
In my role as content marketing specialist, I create informational, engaging information security content for our audience. This includes insights into key standards like ISO 27001 and ISO 42001, as well as information security trends and data-driven blogs like my look into data privacy in the UK.
Favourite Quote
“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” – Mary Oliver
Favourite ISMS.online Content
Phishing for Trouble Podcast
The brand-new Phishing for Trouble podcast hosted by our very own Rebecca Harper and Dave Holloway. Each episode is packed with insights from information security experts as Becca and Dave unpick high-profile cybersecurity incidents and share how organisations can avoid these pitfalls in the future. At around 40 minutes long, each episode provides enough insight to leave listeners with an understanding of an incident and how to prevent against similar attacks without going into too much detail!
Building an Inclusive Workplace Every Day of the Year
The 2023 McKinsey Diversity Matters Even More report states that “companies in the top quartile for both gender and ethnic diversity in executive teams are on average 9 percent more likely to outperform their peers.” So, while March 8th marks the annual celebration of International Women’s Day, every day is a good day to work towards a culture that celebrates people from all backgrounds and walks of life. The companies that do so undoubtedly see the benefits through improved innovation, their financial bottom line, their security posture and business-wide.
