Participants learn how to adopt a Medalist Mindset™ so that they can reach their full potential at any business or life goal. The groundbreaking workbook illuminates the “5 keys of an Medalist Mindset™” through a combination of firsthand accounts paired with worksheets, each of which helps readers to integrate new learnings into their daily life.
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Your Vision is our mission
Agenda
November 07, 20248:00 AM-8:30 AM
Welcome & Registration
8:30 AM-9:00 AM
Networking Breakfast
9:00 AM-9:10 AM
Thought Leadership
Opening Remarks (Master of Ceremonies)
Panelists
Bob West
Founder & Managing Partner
West Strategy Group
9:10 AM-9:35 AM
Keynote
Medalist Mindset
9:40 AM-10:05 AM
Keynote
A Tale of Two Incidents from the Front Lines - the Small Rock that Diverted the Mightiest Flood
In this talk, a Sygnia incident response expert highlights the impactful role of small and simple changes in safeguarding organizations. Through a comparison of two real-life attacks by the same threat actor, witness how seemingly basic and obvious measures like awareness, effective tool usage, and swift response can prevent major disasters. It's a compelling exemple that sometimes, the simplest solutions stand as the strongest defense against cyberattacks.
10:10 AM-10:55 AM
Panel
Cyber Arms Race: Fortifying Cyber Readiness Against Ransomware Attacks
Let's dive into the intersection of AI, the cyber arms race, and ransomware resilience. Ransomware attacks continue to escalate, inflicting substantial financial losses, data breaches, and tarnished reputations across sectors. As we navigate through 2024, businesses must comprehend the true implications of these attacks within their operational context. Despite achieving cybersecurity compliance, vulnerabilities persist, necessitating a deeper understanding of ransomware's impact and broader strategies for mitigating overall cyber risk exposure. Advanced AI technologies are shaping both offensive and defensive cyber strategies, offering proactive threat detection, comprehensive risk management frameworks, and insights to fortify cybersecurity posture against ransomware and beyond. Don't miss this opportunity to fortify your defenses and stay ahead in the AI-powered cyber landscape.
Panelists
Speaker
Scot Miller
SVP & CISO
Mr. Cooper
Speaker
Rod Aday
CISO
Bank of China, USA
Edmond Mack
CISO
Cencora
Speaker
Demond Waters
CISO
NYC Department Of Education
10:55 AM-11:15 AM
Networking Break
11:35 AM-11:50 AM
Disruptor
Protecting at the Point of Risk: Why The Best Place to Stop Threats is at the Browser
Preventing these risks requires a browser-centric approach that locks down threats without disrupting the user experience. In this talk, we’ll talk about what are the modern risks that target the browser, why traditional tools such as SWG, RBI and CASB are no longer up to the task, and what tools you should be using to address those risks.
11:55 AM-12:30 PM
Fireside Chat
Digital DNA: The Convergence of Data and Identity
In today's landscape of constant cyber threats and shifting regulations, building digital resilience is essential. Integrating data and identity security plays a key role in this effort. While identity security governs access to data, data security safeguards the information itself. Together, they ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate insider threats, defend against advanced cyberattacks, and enhance incident response. This combined approach improves security efficiency, risk management, and user experience, fostering a more adaptable and resilient framework for today’s digital challenges
12:30 PM-12:45 PM
Disruptor
Securing Data in the Cloud with Automated DSPM
Today’s cloud-first world demands a new approach to security—one that’s focused on data. In this presentation, dive into the evolving data security posture management (DSPM) market. Learn how DSPM can help you find sensitive data across your cloud environment, untangle complex identities and permissions, and detect threats proactively. Explore different approaches and gain an understanding for why automation is essential for effective cloud data security.
In this presentation you will learn:
- Where DPSM falters
- Why DSPM must be automated
- Defining automated DPSM
- Varonis approach
Panelists
Justin Wilkins
Regional VP of Sales Engineering
Varonis
12:45 PM-1:30 PM
Lunch & Disruptor
1:30 PM-1:45 PM
Disruptor
Re-Inventing AppSec in 2025 for the Open Source Software and LLM Future
As 2024 comes to a close, we can look back at breathtaking progress in AI, the continued march to cloud and cloud-native computing, and an ever-accelerating use of open source software and LLMs to underpin that journey. Securing the use of open source software, and open source LLMs, is now a central pillar of cybersecurity. Here we examine strategies for re-tooling our application security teams in-flight to scale and to adapt.
1:50 PM-2:30 PM
Panel
CIO and CISO Nexus: The Mastery of Seamless Business-Technology Security Harmony
In 2024 the spotlight is on CISOs and their role in fostering this critical harmony. Emphasizing the need for both discipline and balance, CISOs are called upon to take ownership of challenges, acknowledging that when technology encounters failures, shared responsibility extends beyond individual roles.
Navigating the evolving landscape between business and technology demands a strategic blend of discipline and equilibrium, particularly as we enter 2024. Recognizing that, for many organizations, technology is the business itself, this session underscores the imperative of understanding technology as a critical enabler across all facets of the organization. From the front lines to the back office, technology serves as a potent tool for creating value by processing data, driving innovation, and challenging traditional business models.
Chair
Melody Balcet
CEO, WGI Corporation / Former Head of Digital, Resilience.
Barclays
Panelists
Rajeev Khanna
CIO
Trucordia
Monserate Fernandez
CIO
IBO
Speaker
Thomas Rizzo
Chief Architect
Lazard
Speaker
Kodjo Hogan
BISO
TD
2:35 PM-3:20 PM
Panel
Unlocking the Power of Diversity in Cybersecurity: Strengthening Defenses, Driving Innovation
In today's rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, diversity is not just a buzzword – it's a strategic imperative. This panel will explore the critical role that diversity plays in enhancing cybersecurity efforts, from bolstering defenses against sophisticated attacks to fostering innovation and resilience within organizations. Our esteemed panelists will share insights, experiences, and best practices for cultivating diverse teams, leveraging varied perspectives, and building inclusive cultures that empower cybersecurity professionals of all backgrounds to thrive. Join us as we delve into the transformative potential of diversity in shaping the future of cybersecurity.
Chair
Joyce Brocaglia
Founder & CEO
The Executive Women's Forum
Panelists
Katie Hanahan
Deputy CISO
American Medical Association
Archana Singh
Director FCFRM
Charles Schwab
Rachael Spooner
VP Strategy & Development
Northwell Health
3:25 PM-3:40 PM
Disruptor
The Future of Security Automation
Despite the initial potential of Security, Orchestration, Automation and Response solutions (SOARs), they undelivered on their promise, leading to Gartner recently calling legacy SOARs obsolete.
In this session Aaron Beveridge, Global Head of Sales Engineering at Bink Ops, will discuss the future of security automation - specifically a new generation of platforms that leverage AI to streamline the creation of automations, reduce manual effort and boost operator productivity by 10X or more.
Panelists
Aaron Beveridge
Global Head of Sales Engineering
Blink Ops
3:45 PM-4:00 PM
Disruptor
The Race Against Threats: Speed & AI in Exploitation
Meanwhile, the frequency and damage of attacks are increasing, making reactive security strategies are no longer economically viable.
Key points:
- How AI is accelerating the development of exploits.
- An analysis of vulnerabilities and exploits that challenge the scale and speed of traditional security operations.
- Security strategies need to transform and focus on proactive and preemptive measures.
4:00 PM-4:20 PM
Networking Break
4:20 PM-4:55 PM
Panel
Cybersecurity Leadership in the Era of AI and ML: Navigating Innovation and Responsibility
In the dynamic realm of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), CISOs play a pivotal role in leveraging these advancements for enhanced cybersecurity. Strategic integration of AI and ML is essential for bolstering security measures, optimizing decision-making, and driving innovation. CISOs must adopt a comprehensive approach, considering the entire lifecycle of these technologies to ensure both efficiency and ethical use. Establishing robust governance frameworks becomes paramount, addressing biases, ensuring transparency, and minimizing unintended consequences.
Looking ahead, as AI and ML continue to advance, CISOs face evolving challenges and regulatory considerations. Proactive engagement involves staying informed about changing regulations, particularly in areas such as data privacy and ethical AI practices. CISOs should strive for a tech-enabled understanding of AI and ML systems, encompassing deployment, impact, and security measures. This approach positions organizations to navigate the regulatory landscape effectively, ensuring responsible and competitive integration of AI and ML into cybersecurity strategies.
Chair
Matthew Martin
CEO and Founder
Two Candlesticks
Panelists
Harry Halikias
Sr. Director, Privacy & Security
Sony Music Publishing
Speaker
Tony Parrillo
Global Head of Security
Schneider Electric
Gary Murphy
CISO
NBP Bank
Chris Holden
CISO
Crum & Forster
4:55 PM-5:00 PM
Closing Remarks & Raffle Giveaway
Panelists
Bob West
Founder & Managing Partner
West Strategy Group
5:00 PM-6:00 PM
Cocktail Networking
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Partner
The process was very well organized by C-Vision. Perfect organization, honest and authentic speakers of high level.
Visionary
A very warm welcome and interesting speakers. I was very pleased to be among such a dynamic group.
Partner
I love the engaging format of the councils. Very high level discussions and never a sales pitch. The C-Vision staff members are amazing.
Partner
Thoughtful discussion among experienced leaders regarding current challenges and complexities, and valuable exchange of pragmatic approaches and best practices. Well organized and facilitated.
Visionary
C-vision's events combine relevant topics with a suitable audience. I found great value at my last attendance, and would definitely consider upcoming events.
Partner
Intimate, immersive experiences provided by a group of individuals always available to support our needs. Fantastic organization and very high-level executives. The promise was delivered!
Visionary
C-Vision laid out an articulate plan for us to be much more targeted, presented a stronger ROI and on top have come through with the Results they Promised. They really have become an adjunct "team for hire" building trust with us all along the way. There is no second guessing on this relationship and consistently over-deliver. My kind of Partner.
Partner
C-Vision was really professional, responsive, listened and are very thoughtful in their approach. They are very high touch and truly care about the customer and end result. Our speakers were impressed with the format, and who they brought to the table.







