#2 - Building an Identity Career: Networking, Overcoming Setbacks & Finding Open Doors (with Sebastian Rohr)

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The Identity Heroes

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The Identity Heroes brings real stories from the frontlines of identity to life. Hear from architects, CISOs, and practitioners as they share authentic insights and tactical lessons. Curious, smart, and a little rebellious, this series celebrates the people solving today’s toughest identity challenges. Because no one goes to school for IAM.

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#2 - Building an Identity Career: Networking, Overcoming Setbacks & Finding Open Doors (with Sebastian Rohr)

The Identity Heroes

46 minutes 54 seconds

5 months ago

#2 - Building an Identity Career: Networking, Overcoming Setbacks & Finding Open Doors (with Sebastian Rohr)

In this episode of The Identity Heroes, Sebastian Rohr—Founder of Umbrella Associates and the globally beloved “IdentiBeer Guy”—joins us to share his unfiltered journey through the identity space.

From a start in chemical engineering to building community and driving innovation in IAM, Sebastian reflects on the surprising twists that shaped his career. He opens up about how pivotal moments—including those that didn’t go as planned—ultimately led him to discover his passion for mentorship, entrepreneurship, and helping others succeed.

This conversation dives deep into:

The power of networking and storytelling in career growth
Why autonomy builds better teams and better IAM outcomes
How to empower others and pay it forward in your own journey
The importance of diversity, mentorship, and continuous learning in tech
Future identity trends—from AI to community-driven innovation

Whether you’re leading an IAM team or just getting started in your career, Sebastian’s story is a reminder that identity work is deeply human—and no two paths look the same.

Key Themes & Takeaways

Identity careers don’t have straight lines—and that’s a good thing
Networking is an underrated superpower in IAM
Community matters more than credentials
Failures can be the best turning points
Empowered teams do more with less
Autonomy fuels growth—for individuals and orgs
Open source and open doors go hand-in-hand
Everyone can mentor—even if you're still learning
AI will change IAM—but curiosity will keep you ahead

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Identity Heroes and IdentiBeer
02:47 The Growth of the IdentiBeer Community
06:03 Sebastian's Career Journey: From Chemistry to Identity
08:50 The Importance of Networking in Identity Management
11:50 Lessons from Microsoft: The Value of Resilience
15:09 Building a Career in Identity: Skills and Insights
17:53 The Role of Autonomy in Professional Growth
24:49 Finding Mentorship in the Industry
31:14 Measuring Success in Entrepreneurship
38:12 Empowering Teams to Do More with Less
43:58 Future Trends in Identity and Access Management
48:04 Engaging with the Community and Networking

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