SecureWorld Detroit 2025

Arun DeSouza is a renowned global cybersecurity executive, keynote speaker, and thought leader. Arun has extensive global IT and security leadership experience. His interests include the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence, blockchain, and quantum computing. Arun’s areas of expertise include strategic planning, risk management, identity management, cloud computing, data security, and privacy.

Arun earned M.S. and PhD degrees from Vanderbilt University. He is a Certified Information Systems Security professional (CISSP) and has earned the Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK). He was induced into the CISO Hall of Fame by the First Global Cyber Observatory and has won multiple industry awards.

Kip Boyle is the Virtual Chief Information Security Officer of Cyber Risk Opportunities, whose mission is to help executives become more proficient cyber risk managers. He has over 24 years of cybersecurity experience serving as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and in other IT risk management roles for organizations in the financial services, technology, telecom, military, civil engineering, and logistics industries.

Bill Lucas is a seasoned cybersecurity executive with over 17 years of experience protecting digital assets and sensitive data across the automotive, healthcare, and technology sectors. As head of Information Security, he has led the development and execution of enterprise-wide security strategies that address complex and evolving threats.

Bill’s expertise spans endpoint, application security, cyber defense, secure design, and enterprise risk management. He holds a master’s degree in information assurance with a specialization in Digital Forensics and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

A passionate advocate for innovation and knowledge-sharing in cybersecurity, Bill frequently contributes to the professional community through speaking engagements, publications, and mentorship.

Cliff Steinhauer is a passionate information security and privacy professional. Currently based in Seattle, he has over a decade of experience in sales, marketing, and project management. With the National Cybersecurity Alliance, Cliff works to direct community engagement through live events, educates through thought leadership, and runs the Cybersecurity program for NCA. Cliff enjoys sharing the message of securing your digital life, protecting information systems and the people that run them, and mentoring young folks to promote interest in the field.​

Mr. Aiello holds a BA in Technology Management and a Master's of Science with a concentration in Information Assurance.

In 2021, Mayor Mike Duggan tapped Art Thompson to be the next Chief Information Officer for the City of Detroit, making him the City’s youngest CIO in history at age 34. Thompson has had many great accomplishments since stepping into his current role - including leading the technical security, cybersecurity and technology for the largest NFL draft in history in 2024, as well as successfully maintaining a balanced budget of $61M+ annually for the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT).

Prior to becoming CIO, Thompson served as the Director of Public Safety and Cyber Security for DoIT, where he led the implementation of the City’s first police body camera program. He has over sixteen years of technical experience in IT management and operations. He is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Supply Chain Management and holds a Certificate in Cybersecurity from Harvard University.

Maria Haight is a seasoned technology executive with extensive expertise in cybersecurity, IT transformation, talent development, and vendor management, having served as both a Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). She currently serves as the Global Information Security Officer at Joyson Safety Systems.

Her expertise encompasses driving organizational change across various domains, including cloud and digital enablement, enterprise applications and platform integration, cybersecurity, data rationalization, automation, process enhancement, and workforce optimization.

Her diverse experience crosses various industries including: telecommunications (Nortel), consumer packaged goods (Kellogg), finance (KCCU & Zeal Credit Union), and print manufacturing (TGI Direct).

Donna Davis has more than 30 years of experience across various public sector disciplines including cybersecurity, environmental protection, grant and project administration, emergency management planning, housing, and economic development. In 2023, Donna joined Michigan CyberPatriot and currently serves in a leadership capacity as the organization’s Secretary/Treasurer and as a strategic outreach/planner for young adult career development. The Michigan CyberPatriot Program is a non-profit program that works to encourage middle and high school students to explore and enter Michigan-based careers in cybersecurity. Building on her decade-long cybersecurity career with the State of Michigan, Donna most recently was the Chief of Staff to the Chief Security and Chief Information Officer, helping to implement statewide cybersecurity strategies to protect public information systems and state of Michigan residents. Prior to her role as Chief of Staff, Donna served as the first Privacy and Information Security Officer for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) where she developed the department’s first formal cybersecurity program that balanced privacy, actionable and non-actionable risk and data security compliance with the public sector requirement for right/need-to-know. Donna is a huge fan of the “green and white” and a supporter of her two alma maters: Michigan State and Eastern Michigan Universities.

Tamara's primary mission is to address the shortage of specifically educated and trained cybersecurity professionals. The funding she has obtained from the State of Michigan has allowed her to develop the Michigan CyberPatriot program. CyberPatriot provides a structured educational experience for well over 1,000 high school and middle school students, and cybersecurity teaching materials for Michigan’s K-12 educators. In that respect, she has facilitated the Center’s unique engagement in cybersecurity teaching at the middle and high school levels, primarily through innovative cybersecurity summer camps. In conjunction with this program, she created a digital badging system to further motivate and distinguish Michigan CyberPatriot participation, which is the first of its kind in the nation. Finally, she and her husband, Dan Shoemaker, published a groundbreaking book for secondary school teachers entitled “Teaching Cybersecurity” with CRC Press, which can be purchased on Amazon.

Tabice A. Ward is a technology executive with 35 years of experience in the energy industry. She brings deep expertise in technology management, cybersecurity operations, and delivery of large-scale technology initiatives. Serving as Executive Technology Strategist at ChoiceTel, she partners with organizations to develop transformative technology strategies that drive business enablement and strengthen security programs. Additionally, she is an Executive Advisor for Hush, a tech startup, and adjunct professor at the University of Detroit Mercy.

Her previous roles include serving as Area Vice President, Enterprise Security at Xcel Energy and IT Director/CISO at DTE Energy. Her visionary leadership and expertise make her a sought-after board member and speaker. She serves as a board member for CXO Forum and Advisory Board Chair for Michigan CyberPatriot Program. Tabice holds a master’s degree in Information Assurance from the University of Detroit Mercy, CISO graduate certificate from Carnegie Mellon Heinz College and several professional certifications.

Enida Metaj is an award-winning cybersecurity leader with more than 14 years of experience across cybersecurity, IT, and finance. She currently serves as Cyber Compliance Lead Auditor for Rockwell Automation, a Fortune 500 company operating within the nation’s critical infrastructure. She was named a “40 Under 40” award recipient by Oakland County Government, in recognition of her exceptional leadership, innovation, and community service, highlighting her contributions to driving positive change locally and beyond.

Enida holds a Bachelor of Laws degree and a master’s in public administration, combining legal and policy expertise with technical acumen. She has further specialized in cybersecurity through a master’s certificate in Enterprise Cybersecurity Leadership, a Certificate in Exercising Leadership from HarvardX, and professional certifications in ISO standards and artificial intelligence. Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), demonstrating expertise in information security governance, risk management, and incident response.

A respected thought leader, she has served as a judge for high-impact industry events including the 2024 SC Media Cybersecurity Awards and the CyberShark Pitch Competition, recognizing excellence and innovation across the cybersecurity landscape. Beyond her professional achievements, she is deeply committed to giving back—volunteering as a mentor to women in cybersecurity and actively empowering the next generation of leaders. As the Employment Director for ISSA Motor City, she leads initiatives focused on job placement within the information security community, building strong partnerships with employers to create sustainable employment pathways for members. Through strategic planning and hands-on support, she aligns candidates with opportunities that fit their skills, career goals, and long-term growth potential.

This dedication is further reflected in her role as a NICE | NIST Cybersecurity Career Ambassador, helping to advance national efforts in cybersecurity education, training, and workforce development.

Sarath Shanker is a Ph.D. candidate in Computer Science at Oakland University, specializing in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. He holds a Master’s degree from Northeastern University, Boston, and has more than 10 years of industry experience in software development, cloud infrastructure, and AI systems. His research focuses on adversarial threats in privacy-preserving environments, darknet infrastructure security, and the ethical use of AI in cyber defense.

Leah Foreman is a cybersecurity leader with more than 17 years of experience leading IT Risk, IT Compliance, Identity Engineering and Access Management, Asset Management, Security Awareness, Application Security, Cloud Security and Program Management functions. Currently she serves as a Senior Director of Security Engineering at Rocket Mortgage in Detroit where she leads cross functional enterprise security projects and engineering excellence initiatives with a mission of making the securest thing the easiest thing. Leah previously held roles at Google and KPMG, and maintains her CISSP.

Eric Mack is an internationally recognized expert in operations, health & safety, and external affairs, with over two decades of cross-industry impact. A Licensed Fraud Investigator and Certified Emergency Manager for more than 20 years, Eric has advised leading organizations across healthcare, government, and the private sector on risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and organizational resilience.

Renowned for his strategic leadership in safety, security, and emergency preparedness, Eric has played a pivotal role in building high-performing systems that prioritize both regulatory integrity and human well-being. He is widely respected as a trusted advisor and operator at the intersection of crisis management and business continuity.

Stephanie Scheuermann is the Director of Cyber Threat Management at Ford Motor Company, where she heads Data Protection Services. Her journey at Ford began in 1996, and after various roles within Ford Credit, she made a significant shift in 2004 to focus exclusively on cybersecurity. Since then, under her leadership, Stephanie has been instrumental in establishing a robust global Cyber Defense team, enhancing Ford's capabilities in Incident Response, Electronic Discovery & Digital Forensics, and Threat Intelligence. Acknowledged as a Technical Leader in Cyber Threat Intelligence in 2018, her academic credentials include a BS in Management Information Systems from Cleary University, an MS in Information Assurance from Walsh College, and has been CISSP certified since 2004.  Stephanie has recently pioneered the Ford Women in Cyber Security community, securing a Tier 1 Partnership with WiCyS to promote women's involvement in cybersecurity.

Kip Boyle is the Virtual Chief Information Security Officer of Cyber Risk Opportunities, whose mission is to help executives become more proficient cyber risk managers. He has over 24 years of cybersecurity experience serving as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and in other IT risk management roles for organizations in the financial services, technology, telecom, military, civil engineering, and logistics industries.

Ryan Mostiller is a security leader in the Metro Detroit community, currently serving as the Security Operations Manager for BorgWarner. After more than a decade in both technical and management roles in security, Ryan enjoys any opportunity to engage with fellow practitioners and share learnings. Ryan has worked across various industries and within several Fortune 500 companies, most recently in the automotive industry.

Ryan has a Masters in IT Management from Oakland University and bachelors in Information Technology, along with security certifications from GIAC. You may have seen other presentations that Ryan has created and presented at, including SecureWorld, GrrCON, ISC2, and Evanta. Ryan has also developed and teaches an OU Executive MBA course at Oakland University titled "Cybersecurity for Executives."

Hemanth Tadepalli serves as the Senior Cybersecurity & Compliance Subject Matter Expert (SME) at May Mobility, a company revolutionizing transportation through advanced autonomous vehicle technology. His career spans notable roles at prestigious organizations, including management consulting firm AlixPartners, cybersecurity leader Mandiant, tech giant Google, and Michigan-based cybersecurity startup SensCy.

Hemanth’s research focuses on advancing cybersecurity in critical areas such as autonomous vehicle security, Internet of Things (IoT) security, threat intelligence, risk management, API security, and election security. He was appointed by Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson to the Advisory Task Force overseeing statewide election security and integrity.

In addition to his technical contributions, Hemanth has published numerous articles on cybersecurity and emerging technologies, showcasing his thought leadership. He is a sought-after speaker, invited to present at prominent cybersecurity conferences, serve as a distinguished panelist, and share insights on technology-focused podcasts. His impactful work has earned him accolades, including the 40 Under 40 recognition from Oakland County, Michigan, and the Governor’s Service Award for his philanthropic efforts and community service in cybersecurity.

Hemanth earned his bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Kettering University, concentrating in cybersecurity and minoring in Pre-Law, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. He went on to earn his master’s degree in Cybersecurity and Information from the University of California, Berkeley, where he was honored as the student commencement speaker. He is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Dakota State University, specializing in cyber defense. In addition to his academic pursuits, Hemanth serves in elected office for the City of Troy and sits on the Board of Directors for Kettering University.

As a technologist interested in disruptive cloud technologies, Chas joined Sumo Logic's Cyber Security team with over 20 years in the field, consulting with many federal agencies on how to secure modern workloads. In the federal space, he spent time as an architect designing the Department of Commerce ESOC SIEM solution. He also worked at the NSA as a civilian conducting Red Team assessments and within the Office of Compliance and Policy. Commercially, he has worked with MSSP practices and security consulting services for various Fortune 500 companies. Chas also enjoys teaching networking and cybersecurity courses as a Professor at the University of Maryland Global Campus

Terry has been working alongside security practitioners to advise on challenges around SaaS security, threat exposure, security policy, and managing attack surfaces for the past 10 years. His insights come from 15+ years supporting global enterprises like MCI Worldcom, Gap Inc., IBM, and Neiman Marcus Group with architecting, engineering, securing, and auditing hybrid infrastructure environments. He enjoys building bridges between technology and the business teams to reduce the friction typically inherent in securing the enterprise.

Denise Browning is a Governance, Risk, and Compliance Manager with Little Caesars Enterprises. She is a seasoned IT professional with more than 20 years in Information Security in healthcare, automotive, retail, and hospitality industries. She is active with multiple professional organizations, including the Michigan Council of Women in Technology, ISACA, ISSA, WiCyS, and InfraGard. She has worked as an adjunct instructor at Monroe County Community College.

Ahmeed is the Director of Cyber and Information Security at Inteva Products, a global Tier-I automotive supplier. In his role, he oversees three key areas: Cyber Defense, Information Security, and Data Privacy (with a particular focus on privacy requirements for the company’s EU entities). His strategic oversight and leadership ensures the organization’s cybersecurity program alignment with the business.

With over 20 years of experience across various sectors such as telecommunications, education, and manufacturing, Ahmeed brings a wealth of knowledge to his position. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer and Control Engineering and an MBA from Central Michigan University, along with several professional certifications.

Morgan Fleck is a Senior Manager in the Compass Group Business Information Security Office (BISO), where she leads cybersecurity initiatives across the healthcare and education sectors. With a foundation in healthcare, Morgan brings a unique perspective to cybersecurity—one that bridges patient care, regulatory compliance, and digital risk management.

With over 20 years of experience, Morgan started her career in healthcare, gaining knowledge of operational and privacy challenges faced by clinical teams. She now utilizes this understanding to assist organizations in managing cybersecurity and compliance complexities, turning technical requirements into practical strategies aligned with business needs.
Morgan focuses on connecting technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity is viewed as a strategic advantage. Recognized for her leadership and comprehension of healthcare workflows, she collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) processes and implement scalable solutions that balance innovation and security.

Nicole Rembert is an experienced transformational leader with multiple years of experience in information technology and cybersecurity. Over the course of Nicole’s career, she has developed an exceptional business acumen within healthcare and financial organizations. Nicole recently joined UL Solutions as the Global Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, Compliance and Data Privacy Director.

Prior to joining UL Solutions, she led multiple large cybersecurity initiatives at Blue Cross Blue Shield Michigan as the Director, Security Programs, Governance and Compliance. She has extensive experience in areas such as creating effective strategies, budget management, program oversight, compliance and risk management.

Nicole Rembert holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Western Michigan University, a Master of Science in Information Technology from Lawrence Technological University, maintains three highly-accredited certifications: Project Manager Practitioner (PMP), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) and HITRUST Certified CSF Practitioner (CCSFP), and is pursuing a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification. She is a member of several organizations, including the Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

Nicole believes in the importance of mentoring and giving back. She served as a mentor for young women for multiple organizations and currently mentors women interested in technology and cybersecurity.

James (Jim) is a veteran in the information security and risk space. He previously served as partner at Ernst & Young, where he helped build the company’s cybersecurity practice during his 27-year tenure. Most recently, Jim worked as CISO and head of US operations at Panaseer. He has also held positions as CTRO at AIG, CSO and CTRO at Kaiser Permanente, and managing director at JP Morgan Chase, where he was global leader of Information Risk and Resiliency, Treasury and Security Services.

Barry crafts resources and news reports for the general public and cybersecurity specialists. He has written about technology, finance and small business for Insure.com, Policygenius, and Lendio. He was the Silicon Valley Correspondent for Turkey’s Anadolu Agency. He is also a playwright and screenwriter, and several of his plays have been produced around the country. He received his MFA in Dramatic Writing from NYU Tisch.

Cliff Steinhauer is a passionate information security and privacy professional. Currently based in Seattle, he has over a decade of experience in sales, marketing, and project management. With the National Cybersecurity Alliance, Cliff works to direct community engagement through live events, educates through thought leadership, and runs the Cybersecurity program for NCA. Cliff enjoys sharing the message of securing your digital life, protecting information systems and the people that run them, and mentoring young folks to promote interest in the field.​

Peter Shamoon serves as the Security Risk Management Senior Analyst at AlixPartners, where he architects and oversees the firm’s security-risk program—from enterprise-wide threat identification and assessment to ongoing control validation and executive-level reporting. Drawing years of experience in risk evaluation, framework governance, and control assurance, he translates complex cyber threats into clear, business-driven actions.

Peter holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Cybersecurity & Information Assurance from the University of Detroit Mercy. He is also credentialed as a Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) professional and is Open FAIR certified.

As Technical Manager, Information Security, at NSF, Rhia Dancel supports clients with risk management within the information security landscape to achieve effective security objectives and goals. Dancel is an Lead CCA, ISO/IEC 27001, 20000-1 and 9001 Lead Auditor for NSF and is the Technical Lead for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program (CMMC).

Dancel has worked at NSF for over a decade. She previously held several auditing and technical positions in the information security and pharma quality sectors. She has completed technical writing work and audits for NSF throughout North America, working directly with customers on-site and remotely developing security control matrices. She has developed and built a risk-based platform that supports industry best practices for treating and mitigating risk and worked with multiple academic leaders on information security and awareness.

As Director of Information Security, at NSF, Tony Giles leads the teams that audit and certify organization’s information security systems. Giles is an ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 20000-1 and ISO 9001 Lead Auditor and is involved with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program (CMMC). Giles has spent nearly two decades of his career with NSF, having previously served as Director of Custom Audit Programs, Director of Operations, Director of Business Development and Service Delivery Manager. He has conducted audits globally for over 10 years and worked on large-scale security implementation projects, including NIST 800-171, NIST 800-88, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 28000 and other custom security standards. He has also conducted audits for DoD suppliers and private sector organizations, implementing security assessment programs focused on multiple security controls, cryptographic erasure and other custom security programs.

Scott D. Dresen, MBA, FACHE, FHIMSS, CISSP, CISM is the chief information security officer of Corewell Health. As the CISO, Scott is accountable as the strategic leader responsible for implementing and operating the enterprise information security program across all Corewell Health divisions, and shares responsibility for leading the enterprise business assurance program including emergency management, business continuity, and operational readiness. Prior to his current Corewell Health role, Scott served as Senior Vice President & CTO/CISO for Spectrum Health where he was accountable for enterprise infrastructure, cloud services, and enterprise security. Before joining Spectrum Health in 2007, Scott served as chief information officer for the Wayne State University Physician Group, where he was responsible for the strategic growth and development of information technology services and capabilities supporting the Wayne State University School of Medicine and its multi-specialty group practice. Scott has significant experience delivering innovative information technology solutions in academic, for-profit, and not-for-profit health care systems. Combining strong business acumen with passions for both technology and security, he strives to enable business value realization by leveraging risk informed decision making to deliver secure digital services and capabilities.

Jack Kufahl serves as the Chief Information Security Officer for Michigan Medicine at the University of Michigan. With over 20 years in information technology leadership, he is a founding officer of the Michigan Healthcare Cybersecurity Council (MiHCC), a public-private partnership supporting Michigan’s healthcare sector. Jack is a graduate of the FBI CISO Academy and the U.S. Army War College National Security Seminar. He also holds a Master of Legal Studies with a concentration in compliance law from Washington University in St. Louis.

In addition to his role at Michigan Medicine, Jack advises several startups and entrepreneurial ventures, offering expertise in information security, privacy, and digital risk. His work supports the safety and resilience of healthcare systems, benefiting Michigan’s citizens, patients, workforce, and students.

Matt is a seasoned cybersecurity leader with more than a decade of experience in healthcare and manufacturing. As Cyber Fusion Center Director at Trinity Health, he oversees operational cybersecurity including incident response, threat intelligence and monitoring. Matt specializes in executive-level incident response leadership, cyber resilience, and strengthening security operations in healthcare.

Greg Sieg is the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the University of Michigan Regional Health Network, where he leads the Information Assurance department for the University of Michigan Health-West and University of Michigan Health-Sparrow. With more than 16 years of experience in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Governance, and Critical Infrastructure, Greg brings a wealth of expertise to the healthcare sector. In addition to his professional role, Greg serves as the president and chairman of the Michigan Healthcare Cybersecurity Council (MiHCC), a non-profit dedicated to improving the cybersecurity posture of healthcare organizations across the state of Michigan.

Arun DeSouza is a renowned global cybersecurity executive, keynote speaker, and thought leader. Arun has extensive global IT and security leadership experience. His interests include the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence, blockchain, and quantum computing. Arun’s areas of expertise include strategic planning, risk management, identity management, cloud computing, data security, and privacy.

Arun earned M.S. and PhD degrees from Vanderbilt University. He is a Certified Information Systems Security professional (CISSP) and has earned the Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK). He was induced into the CISO Hall of Fame by the First Global Cyber Observatory and has won multiple industry awards.

Julia MacBeth is a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) assigned to the Detroit Field Office where she leads the Detroit Financial Crimes and Fraud Task Force (DFFACT) and coordinates a national scam victim notification initiative. Formerly, Special Agent MacBeth was assigned to the Cyber Enabled Fraud and Money Laundering Unit located at FBI headquarters, where she was the FBI’s Elder Justice Coordinator and Cyber Enabled Frauds Program Manager, helping to create investigative strategy to mitigate the threat of international scam organizations.

Ankit Gupta is a cybersecurity leader with over 15 years of experience in cloud security, identity protection, and threat detection. He currently leads enterprise security initiatives at Exeter Finance, focusing on building resilient, future-ready architectures. Ankit holds multiple industry certifications, including CISSP and CCSP, and is a contributing author and speaker at IEEE. His work emphasizes secure design, AI governance, and preparing organizations for post-quantum threats.

Shilpi Mittal is a Lead IT Security Engineer at Tyson Foods, where she leads strategic initiatives in secrets management, application security, cloud governance, and DevSecOps automation. She specializes in designing secure, scalable systems and enhancing the security posture of enterprise environments through streamlined processes and modern architecture.

Her current areas of focus include applied cryptography and research on emerging quantum threats, particularly in the context of secure key management and the resilience of cryptographic protocols in a post-quantum world.

Shilpi actively contributes to both internal security strategy and external cybersecurity forums. She combines deep technical knowledge with a forward-thinking approach, emphasizing automation, identity modernization, and risk-based decision-making.

Bhaskar Bharat Sawant is a Senior Software Engineer and Team Lead at Cornerstone Building Brands with over 15 years of experience in enterprise architecture, cloud development, and regulatory compliance. Bhaskar has led initiatives in AI-driven testing, data privacy engineering, and pricing automation across complex .NET and Azure ecosystems. He is an IEEE Senior Member and a frequent reviewer and speaker at national and international tech conferences.

As a cybersecurity leader, Janette drives global cybersecurity and information security programs, ensuring enterprise-wide protection and compliance with evolving regulations. Her curiosity fuels her passion for learning and staying ahead in the field.

Collaboration is key to success, whether working with C-suite executives, peers, or cross-functional teams to drive major security initiatives.

Rajesh is a seasoned cybersecurity leader who has built and led global cybersecurity programs with a strong focus on protecting critical assets and ensuring compliance with frameworks such as CMMC, NIST, SOC 2, and ISO 27K.
He holds multiple industry-recognized certifications and is dedicated to advancing enterprise security posture through continuous improvement and proactive defense against evolving cyber threats.

Paul Rapier, Vice President of IT for the Detroit Pistons, is a seasoned technology leader with 25 years of IT experience, including a decade in management. Known for his expertise in driving innovation within the sports industry, Paul actively shares his knowledge as a sought-after speaker at cybersecurity conferences and contributes to technology-driven initiatives in professional sports. He also serves on the Advisory Council for SecureWorld Detroit, where he helps shape cybersecurity standards and practices. His diverse skill set enables him to craft IT strategies that enhance efficiency and competitiveness.

Juman Doleh-Alomary is BorgWarner's Chief Information Security Officer and an active volunteer board member of the ISACA Detroit Chapter.  With over 15 years of experience in security, audit, investigation, compliance, and privacy policy/standards,

Juman most recently held the position of Director of Cybersecurity GRC at Little Caesar's Enterprises serving the Ilitch holdings portfolio of companies. Her prior positions include Director of IT Audit at Wayne State University and a significant tenure in IT and Risk Management at Ford Motor Company.

A leader within the ISACA community, Juman has held various roles, including past president and, notably, chair of the IIA/ISACA Spring Conference, which achieved a record attendance. She is active volunteer with Michigan Council of Women in Technology (MCWT), Women Security Alliance (WomSA), and on the advisory board of Women in Cyber (WiCyS) Michigan. 

An alumnus of the University of Michigan, she holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree, complemented by an impressive suite of certifications: CISA, CISM, CRISC, CDPSE, and ISO 27001.