Events
Arkansas Veterans Economic Empowerment Dinner!
We are pleased to invite you to join us for this special opportunity to hear about key updates from the Forge Institute Fellowship Program, hear how the state of Arkansas is enhancing access to veteran talent, and meet some of our current and former Fellows who are transitioning from military service and looking to make the Natural State their home. At this dinner, you’ll have a chance to network with some of the most mission-driven individuals in our state!
Friday, November 8, 2024 / 6 to 9 pm
The Capital Hotel
111 Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72201
Welcome Reception & Cocktail Hour
Arkansas-is-Veterans Presentation
Col. (Ret.) Rob Ator, Director, Military Affairs, AR Department of Commerce
Distinguished Speaker Remarks (Invited)
Hon. Sarah Huckabee-Sanders, Governor
BG Olen Chad Bridges, Adjutant General, Arkansas National Guard
MG (Ret.) Kendall Penn
Corporate Executive
Dinner
REGISTER
Individual tickets are $150 or host a table (8 guests & 2 Fellows) for $1,500. Register by October 1st at:
Event sponsorships are available. Emailfellowship@forge.institutefor details.
WHEN: October 7th & 8th
WHERE: Statehouse Convention Center, Little Rock, Arkansas
REGISTRATION:
Pre-registration required. Click here to register. Attendees must be U.S. citizens.
The 5th Annual Forge Institute Cyber Summit, a cornerstone event in the cybersecurity calendar, is scheduled for October 7-8 at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. This year, Forge Institute is pleased to announce that the Summit will be held in conjunction with the Arkansas Attorney General’s Cybersecurity Summit. This strategic alignment not only underscores the partnership between the Forge Institute and the Attorney General but also enriches the event's programming and extends its impact.
Join us for special discussions with leading CISOs, award-winning researchers, and state, federal, intelligence and military leaders. Enjoy topic-specific breakout sessions, networking opportunities, round tables, and keynote presentations. Explore cutting-edge cybersecurity trends, current threats, success stories, and strategic partnerships driving cybersecurity awareness and development.
Note: To attend Forge Institute’s annual summit, all attendees must be US Citizens. We (along with our partners) reserve the right to deny admittance to anyone for any reason. Attendees must be pre-registered. Click any of the “Register Now” buttons on this page.
Healthcare Webinar
In the face of a rising wave of cyberattacks targeting healthcare facilities nationwide, it's more important than ever to be prepared.
Our webinar, "Enhancing Cybersecurity Risk Management for Healthcare Providers," will raise awareness of the types of attacks that are wreaking havoc on the industry, uncover how bad actors are infiltrating networks, and provide actionable strategies to defend against these threats.
We will be joined by cyber experts Solomon Horn, Deputy CISO at UAMS, and Gayle Combs, Cybersecurity Advisor for CISA. We'll explore free resource for healthcare facilities seeking expert assistance in strengthening their cybersecurity posture. Don’t miss this chance to protect your facility and your patients.
We will email the Zoom link for the webinar to all registrants the day before the webinar.
Registration Link:
Forge Institute's Krazy Karaoke at Brewski's
Join us for Krazy Karaoke at Brewski's Pub on October 3rd, from 5:30 to 7:00.
You pick the song, but we flip the script.
Get ready to sing your heart out with words you never saw coming!
$10 tickets get you two drinks, appetizers, and a night of laughter and fun. Want to test your karaoke abilities?
Here's an example chorus for "Beautiful Things"
(Chorus)
And I know that nothing’s gonna change my love for tech,
I’ll debug every error, no matter what the heck,
The networks may change, but I’ll always be true,
Nothing’s gonna change my love for tech and you.
IT WILL BE FUN!
Tickets are FREE for singers!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1008081156877?aff=oddtdtcreator
Join Fortinet and Forge Institute for Bits and Bites: Meet. Eat. Learn.
Meet the local Fortinet account team, grab a bite to eat, and discuss innovative solutions and the latest cybersecurity trends.
When: September 19th, 11:00 - 1:00
Where: Cantina Laredo, Little Rock
Why: We’ll cover some of the following topics:
Simplifying network security
Enabling a secure hybrid workforce with SASE
Protecting your application journey
Defending against ransomware
Securing IT/OT network convergence
Igniting Ingenuity
The Forge Institute is hosting its next Igniting Ingenuity event! This monthly discussion series and happy hour, will feature insightful conversations about innovation, mentorship, infrastructure, and more. It will also be an opportunity to network with fellow experts, students, technologists, and entrepreneurs.
We are honored to have Derek Dyson, President/CEO at Today's Power, to join us for our event.
The discussion with Derek will begin at 5:30 pm followed by an interactive Q&A session and more networking. As this series continues, we’ll explore deeper topics within innovation, resilency, and entrepreneurship through paneled discussions and engaging activities.
Registration Link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/igniting-ingenuity-with-derek-dyson-tickets-1003049476987
Join Fortinet and Forge Institute for Bits and Bites: Meet. Eat. Learn.
Meet the local Fortinet account team, grab a bite to eat, and discuss innovative solutions and the latest cybersecurity trends.
When: September 19th, 11:00 - 1:00
Where: Cantina Laredo, Little Rock
Why: We’ll cover some of the following topics:
Simplifying network security
Enabling a secure hybrid workforce with SASE
Protecting your application journey
Defending against ransomware
Securing IT/OT network convergence
Automating the SOC