Authentic Women on Security: Bridging Physical Access & Digital Identity
Authentic Talks
What does it take to shape identity systems in a world where physical access and digital authentication are converging faster than ever? In Episode 4 of Authentic Talks, host Arielle Slama sits down with two influential voices in identity and security: Natacha Torres, Marketing Lead for HID’s Physical Access Control Solutions business, and Elizabeth Garber, Digital Trust Leader and advisor to global identity nonprofits. Together, they explore human decisions, leadership moments and structural shifts defining the future of identity. The conversation moves beyond architecture and into the...
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Identity at Scale: Authentication Consistency, IAM Modernization & AI Agents
Authentic Talks
In Episode 3 of Authentic Talks, we dive deep into the future of identity architecture, from consistent authentication and Zero Trust principles to the rise of AI agent identities that will reshape modern IAM at enterprise scale Our guest, Jeff Hickman, Head of Customer Engineering at Ory, joins hosts Arielle Slama and Rich Gibson for a fast-moving, deeply practical conversation about building consistent authentication experiences, modernizing legacy IAM, and preparing for a world where human and non-human identities both operate at massive scale. With 15+ years of experience in enterprise...
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Identity in 2026: Passkeys, AI & Preemptive Security
Authentic Talks
What will identity and access management really look like in 2026? In Episode 2 of Authentic Talks, we explore how identity is evolving from a one-time login control into a continuous trust engine—shaping security decisions across digital and physical environments. Our guest, Brent Vernon, Senior Director of Technology & Product Management at HID Global, joins hosts Arielle Slama and Rich Gibsen for a candid conversation on convergence, passkeys at scale, AI-driven security decisions, and what enterprises are still getting wrong. This episode moves beyond hype to focus on execution: why...
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AI and Enterprise Security: Best Friend or Worst Enemy?
Authentic Talks
Is Artificial Intelligence the ultimate business partner or a hidden risk for enterprises? In Episode 1 of Authentic Talks, we explore the impact of AI on enterprise security, governance, and trust. Learn how AI can drive innovation and efficiency—and why uncontrolled deployment poses serious risks. Our guest, Mark Dallmeier, cybersecurity veteran and author of , shares expert insights on: AI governance frameworks Risk management strategies Building trust in digital identity and authentication Tune in for practical strategies and thought-provoking perspectives to help...
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In Episode 2 of Authentic Talks, we explore how identity is evolving from a one-time login control into a continuous trust engine—shaping security decisions across digital and physical environments.
Our guest, Brent Vernon, Senior Director of Technology & Product Management at HID Global, joins hosts Arielle Slama and Rich Gibsen for a candid conversation on convergence, passkeys at scale, AI-driven security decisions, and what enterprises are still getting wrong.
This episode moves beyond hype to focus on execution: why passkeys work but adoption stalls, how user empathy and operational confidence determine success, and where AI is starting to deliver real value in identity and access management.
If you’re responsible for trust, identity, or enterprise security, this episode will challenge how you think about access, risk, and decision-making in a constantly changing threat landscape.
Chapter Guide
(1:41) Welcome to 2026 & looking back at 2025
(3:13) Brent’s bold predictions for IAM in 2026
(6:15) What enterprises underestimate in authentication and IAM
(8:52) Why deployment and user empathy make or break adoption
(12:29) The overlooked role of digital identity validation (IDV)
(16:18) Did AI deliver real value in IAM in 2025?
(21:02) Key takeaways from Gartner IAM Summit
(24:29) Why “log in once, trust all day” is over
(27:28) What must happen for passkeys to scale in 2026
(32:04) Preemptive cybersecurity and identity as a live risk signal
(37:04) Lightning round: bold takes, wrong predictions, and advice for CISOs
Featured Guests
Brent Vernon – Senior Director of Technology & Product Management, HID Global
Arielle Slama – Director of Product Marketing, HID
Rich Gibsen – Director of Strategic Alliances, HID
Related Resources
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