Larry Wilson was formerly the Chief Information Security Officer for Sumitomo Pharma Americas, Inc., Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and the University of Massachusetts (UMass) President's Office. In the CISO role, Larry was responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing compliance with the SMPA / WPI / UMass Information Security P...

Larry Wilson was formerly the Chief Information Security Officer for Sumitomo Pharma Americas, Inc., Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and the University of Massachusetts (UMass) President's Office. In the CISO role, Larry was responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing compliance with the SMPA / WPI / UMass Information Security P...

Darren is a Senior Investigative Response Consultant for the Verizon RISK Team. In this capacity, Darren responds to an array of cybersecurity incidents, performs forensic examinations, and assists organizations in implementing IR policies and procedures.

Meredith Winegar leads enterprise AI transformation at Old National Bank, one of the top 25 U.S. banking companies with approximately $71 billion in assets. As Transformation Office Director, she established the bank's AI Center of Excellence in 2025, building comprehensive AI capability through a five-pillar framework: Vision, Governance, Cu...

Austin is currently the Information Security Manager for Ascension Health’s system office and five other service locations. He has worked over 30 years in IT, with over 20 years in non-profit educational and healthcare organizations.

Adam Winn is the platform product management lead for Cisco Umbrella. He got into cloud security product management in 2013 and never looked back. In 2016, he joined OpenDNS shortly before it was rebranded as Cisco Umbrella. He is a life-long California resident and a fan of live music (and can't wait for it to come back).

As a Security Evangelist at Radware, Mr. Winward is responsible for developing, managing, and increasing the company’s security business in North America.
Ron’s entire career has been deeply rooted in internet and cybersecurity. For over 20 years, Ron has helped design complex solutions for carriers, enterprises, and cybersecurity provi...

Ryan Witt is a recognized Healthcare Cyber Security Executive and a regular speaker at HIMSS, CHIME, AEHIS, etc. Currently, Ryan is Proofpoint's VP, Industry Solutions and responsible for the strategy and solutions for the company's healthcare and public sector business. Ryan is also the Chair of Proofpoint's Healthcare Advisory Board and an ...

Tim Wittenburg is the Information Security Officer at FPX, LLC, a B2B company providing industry-leading CPQ software that improves sales force productivity by preparing complete and accurate product quotations. As ISO, Tim is responsible for the delivery of a catalog of security and compliance services based on industry leading cybersecurity...

An award-winning CISO, Jason has 25 years of information security and risk management experience and was recently named the 2017 SecureWorld Ambassador of the Year in addition to a “CISO Superhero” at I.S.E. North America in 2015. Jason simultaneously serves as the Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors at the FS/ISAC, as well as being FBI’s...

Eddie Wlazlowski has more than 15 years of experience partnering with large private and public organizations to help them adopt cloud technologies at an enterprise level. He was one of the first SaaS product line specialists hired at Rubrik and was instrumental in the exponential growth of that segment. Eddie has quickly risen the ranks withi...

Josephine Wolff is an associate professor of cybersecurity policy at The Fletcher School at Tufts University. Her research interests include liability for cybersecurity incidents, international Internet governance, cyber-insurance, cybersecurity workforce development, and the economics of information security. Her first book "You'll See This ...

Eric Wolff is a Senior Product Marketing Manager for Thales application-layer data protection and solutions for public cloud security. He has over 20 years’ experience in threat intelligence management, network security, application acceleration, enterprise-class storage area networking, storage virtualization, data-management applications, a...

Chris Wolski is a distinguished information security expert, former Chief Information Security Officer for a Fortune 1000 company, and now provides fractional information security leadership for Applied Security Convergence. He is currently on the board of ISSA South Texas and is dual-hatted as the Maritime Cross Sector Chief for the Houston ...

Jennifer Womack has worked for Puget Sound Energy since 2008. She has held various roles within Infrastructure Security, Compliance and Security & Risk. She currently is the Manager of Cyber Security Operations.

Alexis Womble is a Sr. Threat Intelligence Analyst at BAE Systems. Previously, she was a Cybersecurity Intelligence Analyst at Express Scripts, where she interned for a year in an EOCC automation development role, Attack Simulation role, and an Intelligence role. She is also a recent grad from Missouri Baptist University, where she can still ...

Robert Wong is EVP & CIO at Toronto Hydro, responsible for information technology, operational technology, cyber security, and telecommunications. Robert was also Chief Risk Officer, responsible for corporate enterprise risk management, strategic planning, corporate governance, and business continuity.
Robert is on the Board of Directo...

Ernest Wong is a Research Scientist at the Army Cyber Institute and a United States Military Academy Assistant Professor of Systems Engineering.

Eric Wong is an experienced security engineer with 15 years in the security industry. He has worked with many different security technologies and F-500 clients over the years, focusing on architecting and deploying secure environments. Eric brings the unique expertise of working on both sides of the isle, from the client-side practitioner r...

Aaron Woo is a business and corporate lawyer with a focus on technology in healthcare, energy, AI/Machine Learning, blockchain, cybersecurity, and data privacy. Aaron's practice includes corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, technology, licensing, and corporate/securities. He advises technology companies from startup through acqui...

Alex Wood is currently the CISO for Uplight and has more than 18 years of experience in information security. Previously, he has had managerial, program, and technical roles at several major companies in different verticals. Additionally, Alex has served on the Board of Directors for ISSA International and is a host of the Colorado = Security...

Alex Wood is currently the CISO for Uplight and has more than 18 years of experience in information security. Previously, he has had managerial, program, and technical roles at several major companies in different verticals. Additionally, Alex has served on the Board of Directors for ISSA International and is a host of the Colorado = Security...

Kim Woodruff currently serves as a Director on the InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) Board and previously served as the Houston InfraGard Chapter President from 2018 to 2023. With over 20 years of work experience, her background includes roles in cybersecurity management and strategic consulting at Texas Children’s, MD Anderson, and ...

Patrick J. Woods serves as the Chief Information Security Officer for the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) and the Assistant Director for Cybersecurity & Technology in the Patrol's Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division. In this capacity, Patrick directs the Patrol's cybersecurity and technology efforts to include network, ...

Michael L. Woodson is a distinguished cybersecurity executive, educator, and trusted advisor with more than two decades of leadership experience in cybersecurity, cyber risk management, privacy, and critical infrastructure protection. Recognized for his ability to bridge technical security disciplines with business strategy, Woodson has built...

Will has spent the past decade in various cybersecurity roles, most recently at Fastly building web security and anti-fraud products. Prior to Fastly, he worked to develop security operations teams and capabilities for government, financial services, and security product companies. When not working you can find Will spending time with the ans...

Michael L. Woodson is a distinguished cybersecurity executive, educator, and trusted advisor with more than two decades of leadership experience in cybersecurity, cyber risk management, privacy, and critical infrastructure protection. Recognized for his ability to bridge technical security disciplines with business strategy, Woodson has built...

Ian’s impressive background and management expertise in digital marketing and advertising are fueling his success in driving adoption of Ensighten’s solutions worldwide. Ian started his career at Dun & Bradstreet Europe before working at Interpublic Group’s Draft Digital as Managing Director. After building his own premium publisher business,...

Mr. Wormser has over 20 years of military and international security experience. He spent a decade in the French military where he was deployed to a host of foreign countries, serving as a team leader of a long-range reconnaissance and patrol unit (LRRP), conducting counter-narcotics and anti-terrorism operations, and training of host-country...

Karen Worstell began her cyber career 30 years ago when her Programming professor in grad school encrypted the final and unique code breaking tools were required to be used in order to decrypt and read each question.

She has provided cybersecurity support for programs like the Advanced Tactical Fighter prototype and B2 Bomber, develope...

Cynthia Wright is a retired military officer with over 20 years’ experience in national security and cyber strategy. She also co-developed a methodology to assess the cyber needs of developing nations, and assisted DHS in drafting the National Cyber Incident Response Plan and incentivizing market-driven approaches to cyber risk management.

Prior to his role as CIO at MassPort, Jarret served as IT Deputy Director and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), where he focused on maintaining a safe and secure environment at all Massport facilities while working with departments, law enforcement partners, and stakeholders to strengthen our capabilities to prevent and respond to di...

Morgan is an internationally recognized expert on cybersecurity strategy, cyberterrorism, national security and intelligence. He currently serves as Chief Security Advisor for SentinelOne, Senior Fellow at The Center for Digital Government, and is the chief technology analyst for Fox News and Fox Business. Morgan's landmark testimony before C...

Phillip Wylie is the Lead Curriculum Developer for Point3 Federal, Adjunct Instructor at Dallas College, and The Pwn School Project founder. With over 22 years of experience, he has spent the last eight plus years as a pentester. His passion for mentoring and education inspired him to start teaching and to found The Pwn School Project, a bi-m...

As a Senior Security Consultant, Justin Wynn is responsible for actively compromising and reporting on virtual environments typically encountered at Fortune 500 companies. Justin performs wireless, physical, red team and social engineering engagements. Justin also conducts research to include the production of open-source models for printing/...

Lior has vast experience in cybersecurity having worked as a practitioner, investor, and entrepreneur, providing him with a deep understanding of identifying key innovations and the business dynamics of building successful companies. Prior to Grip, Lior was CTO for YL Ventures and a member of the YL Ventures Insiders Network, and served as a ...

Gina, based in Denver, severs as the information security lead for Trace3's mountain state region. Additionally, Gina offers valuable guidance to Trace3 clients on implementing innovative security solutions, enabling companies to safeguard their most valuable digital assets. Furthermore, she is an accomplished public speaker and a mentor in t...

Frank is a Senior Vice President and Business Information Security Officer (BISO) for Bank of America, where he manages risk for several key client-facing technology areas and lines of business. Prior to the Bank, Frank was Global Head of Security Operations for Zurich Insurance, a large multi-line insurance carrier with 55,000 people in 170 ...

Eric Yancy is the Information Security Officer for the City of Denton. Eric's contribution combines the experience of securing the broad range of risk profiles and regulatory considerations within the public sector with over 20 years supporting multiple verticals in the private sector. Eric retains multiple information security credential,s i...