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Interactive Workshop with Cybersecurity Experts: Outsmarting a Crisis

October 24 @ 7:00 am - 10:30 am CDT
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Are you ready to put your instincts to the test in a simulated cyber crisis? Join us for an interactive workshop where professionals from all industries, backgrounds, and roles collaborate to navigate and overcome a cyber crisis together. This Year’s Twist: We’re turning up the intensity with new attack vectors, fresh scenarios, and evolving risks—designed to challenge assumptions and stretch decision-making under pressure. Whether you’re in IT, HR, legal, finance, or operations, your role is essential in defending the organization. What to Expect: Interactive Workshop: Experience a fast-moving, realistic cyberattack scenario. New Threats: Explore attack simulations involving extortion, AI-driven breaches, or insider risks. Inclusive Collaboration: Work in teams with diverse professionals—men, women, and leaders across industries—to craft your organization’s response. Actionable Skills: Walk away with real-world strategies to protect your business, your team, and your personal data This event is perfect for anyone who wants to build confidence in cyber decision-making, grow their network in the tech and business community, and have fun learning in a high-impact environment. Don’t miss out! Wear your WiT apparel to the event for a chance to win exclusive WiT gear. Let’s see your best WiT outfit. Agenda: 7:00 – 7:30 a.m. – Welcome, Breakfast & Early Networking 7:30 – 9:15 a.m. – Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. – Career Connections Networking 10:15 – 10:30 a.m. – Wrap-Up & Closing Remarks Meet the Experts John Diamond, Senior Manager of IT Security and Collaboration at Schneider National, with over 30 years of IT experience across government, utilities, banking, and transportation. Kathleen Bellotti, Senior Director of Information Security at U.S. Venture, founding member of Women in Technology Wisconsin, and passionate advocate for cybersecurity awareness and education. Diane Doersch, Senior Director of Information Technology at Digital Promise, leading IT strategy for education innovation with 36 years of experience in teaching, leadership, and advocacy. Mary Faulkner, VP, Chief Information Security Officer, and VP of IT Operations at Thrivent, with 25+ years of expertise in information security, risk management, and IT operations. Lillie Conrad, Director & Assistant General Counsel – Global Privacy & Cybersecurity at 3M, with extensive expertise in data privacy, global cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.

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Date:
October 24
Time:
7:00 am - 10:30 am CDT