NorthEast Annual Cybersecurity Summit (NEACS)
Growth Business Execs Talk AI, Risk, Compliance & Cybersecurity
13 November 2025
A Private, Peer-Led Forum for Cybersecurity Leaders
Succinct, high-impact presentations will offer cybersecurity leaders actionable insights they can apply immediately. Each topic is followed by a moderated discussion designed to surface practical takeaways through focused, participant-driven dialogue. This is a community-led gathering, built on trust and relevance. Supporting organizations do not receive attendee registration lists, and all follow-up communication is limited to what participants specifically request. Agenda topics will explore the intersection of academia and enterprise, emerging industry trends shaping 2026 strategy, law enforcement case studies, the convergence of fraud prevention and cybersecurity, and how Zero Trust functions as a strategic approach, not just a product category.
Early Registration Discount Just $25
(includes Breakfast, lunch, full conference pass & CPEs!)
Agenda
Stay tuned, agenda forthcoming
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Registration & Networking
3:00 PMWelcome/Introductions
3:30 PMDiscussion Pod #1 - AI, Privacy, & Legal Landmines: A CxO Survival Briefing
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3:45 PMStart-Up Showcase - Onyxia Cyber
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4:15 PMDiscussion Pod #2 - On Playbooks & Fakebooks: The Intersection of Jazz & Improvisation with InfoSec & Incident Response
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4:15 PMStart-Up Showcase - Haize Labs
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4:40 PMNetworking & Organized Interaction Break
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4:45 PMStart-Up Showcase - Espresso AI
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5:10 PMDiscussion Pod #3 - On Quantum Cryptography & Quantum Readyness
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5:15 PMStart-Up Showcase - Winner!
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5:45 PMReception & Networking
Refreshments, food, cocktails & discussions till 8pm
6:00 PMForum Discussion Leaders
(Present & Past)
Richard Stiennon
Chief Research Analyst, Former Gartner Research VP, Author, Cyber Board Advisor
Profound insights on the entirety of the cybersecurity industry, trends to expect in 2025, and analysis of emerging areas and products
Pamela Gupta
Chief AI Governance, AI Trust Officer, CISO, Global Risk Management Influencer
Managing AI cybersecurity, privacy, ethics, accountability risks to achieve intended outcomes, specifically safe, secure, and trustworthy AI
Dr. Frederick Scholl
Quinnipiac University - Program Director Cyber & Associate Teaching Professor
Postulating a better connection for industry and academic in cybersecurity, with specific focus on regulated industries lie financial services and healthcare
Tim Rohrbaugh
Principal, LLM Strategic Solutions & CISOonCall, 3x Public Co. CISO
Applied GenAI for Cybersecurity, a discussion of in-house LLMs - focus on using the strengths of AI to positively affect security operations
Ira Winkler
Award winning CISO, top-rated keynote speaker & bestselling author
A frank disucssion on the mistakes most CISOs are making when it comes to the cybersecurity budget, planning, hiring, and purchasing processes
Gavin A. Grounds
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), presenting both transformative opportunities and complex challenges. This session addresses the critical question facing executives: how can we harness the innovative potential of AI while managing its inherent risks and meeting regulatory demands?
About CxO Forum
CxO Security Forum began as a response to a common frustration among senior cybersecurity leaders: the way enterprise solutions are marketed, sold, and evaluated is fundamentally broken. What started as a call for change has grown into a trusted community that puts executive practitioners at the center of the conversation.
We bring together CISOs, CIOs, and senior decision-makers who are responsible for protecting their organizations, guiding strategic risk, and navigating the evolving role of AI in security. Every forum, gathering, and conversation is designed to foster education, mentoring, and authentic peer connection.
What makes us different is our focus on relationships. Our events are intentionally small, curated, and built for real dialogue. Sponsors are carefully selected, and there are no product pitches. Participants come for thoughtful, actionable conversations that support both professional development and practical decision-making.
At CxO Security Forum, the goal is simple. Give experienced leaders a space to learn from one another, to share insight, and to build meaningful connections that last beyond the event itself.
Location
Quinnipiac University
North Haven Campus
370 Bassett Road
North Haven, Connecticut 06473
Registration
Registration is open only to qualified executives (excluding Sales, Marketing, and Business Development!)
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