Kate Bright is the founder and CEO of Umbra International, a unique Security Concierge and Secure Lifestyle services business. Under Kate’s leadership, Kate Bright is the founder and CEO of UMBRA International, a unique Security Concierge and Secure Lifestyle services business. Under Kate’s leadership, UMBRA is on a mission to make security and the industry more accessible – she kickstarted the UMBRA Academy to underscore the impact and sustainability commitments of the business. She was shortlisted as Entrepreneurial Woman of the Year in the Citywealth Awards in 2019. Kate joins Path | Passion | Purpose to share her remarkable career journey, from unexpected university paths and high-pressure roles at Disney, to carving out a niche in private security.

In this episode, we explore:
(03:55) Advanced from private office to bodyguard training.
(06:32) Umbra International, geopolitics, and personal passion.
(10:53) The focus on holistic security.
(14:12) Why emotional security is key to a holistic lifestyle.
(17:50) Experts give dark forecasts on financial systems.
(21:53) Why is situational awareness essential?
(24:00) A proactive approach to technology, community, and security involvement.
(27:51) Finding life's purpose after a midlife crisis.
(31:14) Embrace gut instincts and quick failures.
(32:50) Biohacking lifestyle thanks to social media influences.
(36:28) How does catching up with friends benefit brain health?

Links mentioned:
Website: https://umbrainternational.com/  
Instagram:  / katevbright  
‍LinkedIn: / katevbright  

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