Journeys Map

Last chance to join us for Future-Proofing the Workforce: Turning Insight into Readiness, happening tomorrow, Friday, November 21 at 10 AM PT.

Cybersecurity roles are changing fast and readiness is what sets resilient organizations apart. This session, hosted by Journeys Map and FourOne Insights, is designed for San Diego cybersecurity employers and workforce leaders looking to strengthen visibility, close skill gaps, and plan confidently for what’s next.

Seats are still open, don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable strategies on building a resilient, future-ready workforce.

🔗 Register Now:https://zurl.co/qvcHc

What an absolutely unforgettable night! A heartfelt thank-you to the incredible San Diego Cyber Center of Excellence team — Lisa Easterly and Lauren Gicas, as well as the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation and Qualcomm for bringing together our region’s cybersecurity community.

Congratulations to this year’s awardees championing cyber excellence:
🏆 Dr. Lance L. Larson (Executive of the Year)
💡 BSides San Diego · PrivacyHawk · San Diego Regional Cyber Lab (Cybersecurity Awareness)
💻 NFAR · Dispatch Tech, Inc. · San Diego County Office of Education (Workforce Development)
🚀 San Diego Cyber Clinic · Halcyon · Sharp HealthCare (Innovators)

According to the 2025 San Diego Cybersecurity Economic Impact Study, the region’s cyber cluster now encompasses 14,875 dedicated jobs and a $4.3 billion economic impact.

These numbers underscore how vital our work is not just to protect systems, but to build a resilient, future-ready workforce.
At Journeys Map, we’re proud to play a role in this ecosystem helping employers, educators and regional leaders make workforce skills visible, align strategy with emerging needs, and prepare for disruption with confidence.

Thank you to all the leaders, innovators and collaborators driving San Diego’s digital defense forward. Together, we turn visibility into adaptability and data into direction.

Journeys Map and FourOne Insights are shining a light on the strategies San Diego cybersecurity employers can use to see their workforce clearly, anticipate emerging skill needs, and build adaptable, future-ready teams.

Join us for Future-Proofing the Workforce: Turning Insight into Readiness — a conversation on how workforce intelligence and strategic foresight can help you prepare for disruption with confidence.

🗓 Friday, November 21 | 10 AM PT
🔗 https://zurl.co/JquvK

The future of work isn’t just arriving, it’s accelerating.
As AI and other emerging technologies reshape the workforce, the real challenge isn’t keeping up with the tech. It’s ensuring your people, skills, and strategies can adapt.

At Journeys Map, we help organizations see their workforce clearly, revealing the capabilities that drive resilience and readiness. Together with FourOne Insights, we’re helping employers turn visibility into strategy and data into direction.

Join us as we continue exploring how organizations can future-proof their workforce through insight, collaboration, and adaptability.

We’re proud to share that Journeys Map has been selected to join the Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Deloitte Social Entrepreneur Accelerator (SEA) in Seattle 2025!

Representing Journeys Map, Peter Sibley and Jeremy Ashcraft will collaborate with global innovators to advance innovation in education and workforce systems — using AI and skills intelligence to bring clarity, visibility, and opportunity to learners, workers, and employers alike.

This initiative reflects our mission to equip employees and organizations with the insight and tools to thrive in a rapidly changing world of work. We look forward to learning, sharing insights, and connecting with others driving measurable social impact through innovation.

Stay tuned for more shares throughout the week!

"Journeys Map is helping us inspire and ground those big visions." This powerful feedback from one of our community partners truly captures the essence of what we do!

This individual success story is part of a bigger picture. At Journeys Map, we're continuously inspired by the rich discussions we're having with a diverse range of organizations nationwide.

We're connecting with:
-K-12 school districts committed to early career exploration.
-Higher education leaders focused on seamless pathways.
-Workforce development agencies dedicated to creating strong talent pipelines.
-Non-profit groups empowering underserved communities.

These conversations are all about identifying shared objectives and the potential to create more clear and fulfilling career journeys for individuals everywhere. It's exciting to see a collective vision for a more skilled and thriving workforce come to life!

What an inspiring day yesterday! We were honored to host Lulu Bonning (Executive Director, San Diego Diplomacy Council ) and an international delegation of 8 language educators and administrators from Equatorial Guinea, China, Turkey, Uzbekistan, and Peru. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, the group's focus on 'Innovations and Best Practices for AI-Enhanced Language Learning in the English Classroom' provided the perfect context for our engaging conversation.

A huge thank you to Nancy Rohland (Executive VP, National University) and President Mark Milliron (National University) for hosting the group at the beautiful National University campus. And to Drew Schlosberg with Classroom of the Future Foundation for his attendance and thoughtful contributions to the conversation.

This is what we love to see – a shared eagerness to integrate cutting-edge solutions for education worldwide! Special appreciation to Judy and Gina for their impactful presentations!

Veterans: Are you looking to translate your invaluable military skills into a high-impact civilian career? Cyber security could be your next mission.

Meet Vishal, Microsoft's Head of Security Solutions, whose incredible journey from accidental Marine to cybersecurity leader is a powerful testament to the skills forged in service. Vishal's path from military data work to leading security at Microsoft, fueled by his passion to protect, highlights how experience, dedication, and a strong ethos can lead to fulfilling careers in tech.

At Journeys Map, we understand the unique strengths veterans bring to the workforce. We are proud to partner with organizations like the Diego Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE) and regularly share insights for transitioning service members on how to leverage their military experience into promising new fields.

Vishal's story is a compelling example of leadership, commitment, and purpose that resonates deeply with the veteran community. Watch his inspiring journey and imagine where your skills fit into the critical world of cybersecurity: https://zurl.co/G3gDm

Redefining security in a digital landscape | People of Microsoft After falling victim to a public data breach, Vishal Amin developed a passion for cybersecurity and set out to defend digital spaces. He traces his journey f...

We're thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership: Journeys Map is now the chosen career navigation tool for Project Next!

"So excited about this…we are thrilled to partner!” says Lisa Stout, Executive Director of Project Next.Our mission aligns deeply with Project Next’s powerful vision: to ensure every student, regardless of background, has the opportunity to choose and confidently step into a future they're truly ready for. We're directly addressing critical challenges students face, helping them discover tailored career possibilities and guiding them past uncertainty.

Read all about this transformative collaboration and its impact on underserved youth: https://zurl.co/Q4EVR