Christina Tueje – The Diverse Tech Sectors We Need to Build

In this episode you’ll hear from AI, data and technology consultant Christina Tueje. Christina delivers a variety of AI, cybersecurity and data protection training programmes, supporting the learning and development needs of AI and privacy professionals.

Hear how Christina’s career pivoted from Psychology to Tech, almost by accident. When talking about working in data security, Christina says ‘I surprised myself, actually, as to how much I enjoyed it. Just being in the space I could see all the opportunities. Although I say I fell into it purely by accident, actually when I did end up in the space I thoroughly enjoyed it, and still enjoy it.’

Christina reflects on the lack of diversity she’s experienced in her career; ‘More often than not, I'm the only one in the room that looks like me’. She explains how she often needed to find creative ways to ensure her contributions weren't overlooked or appropriated without credit. Yet as her expertise in technology risk management grew, she found her voice becoming increasingly difficult to ignore - especially in conversations about ethical, lawful, and compliant product development.

Her passion for responsible technology use ignited fully with the emergence of generative AI tools like ChatGPT. This "light bulb moment" crystallised her commitment to advocating for technologies that balance innovation with safety and ethics. Christina speaks enthusiastically about AI's transformative potential in healthcare and financial security while acknowledging the need for careful governance. She also celebrates that more non-technical women are entering the tech space, bringing more diversity of thought and making the sector more exciting to work within.

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