Unleashing Cyber Insights: Trailblazing Keynotes by Dr. Dane Egli, Tere Brun, & Scott Shyne Await at the Forge Cyber Summit!
National & Global Leaders in Finance, Defense & CounterTerrorism to address Attendees
The annual Arkansas Cyber Summit is set to take place on October 4th-5th, showcasing the intersection of cybersecurity and the natural beauty of the region. Hosted less than 30 minutes from downtown Little Rock, this two-day event will feature insights, best practices and first-hand cyber defensive & AI experiences from national industry professionals, government leaders, and cybersecurity enthusiasts.
The Forge Cyber Summit will feature captivating keynotes, insightful panel discussions, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities that will shape the future of digital security. Attendees will have the chance to connect with national industry leaders, exchange ideas, and gain invaluable insights from renowned experts:
Dr. Dane Egli, notable for roles including White House Director for Counterterrorism on the National Security Council and President of Cardinal Headings, LLC, will be a keynote at the Forge Cyber Summit. His expertise covers homeland security, resilience, and cybersecurity.
Scott S. Shyne, with 34 years at the Air Force Research Laboratory, now leads its Information Warfare Division. His extensive knowledge in cybersecurity and defense innovation makes his contributions crucial for the summit.
Tere Brun, with 30 years at FIS and roles like Chief Compliance & Customer Advocacy Officer, will keynote, sharing her vast expertise. Her accolades include the 2018 Super Woman of the Year and the 2019 Business Executive of the Year.
Forge Institute is honored to reveal the distinguished sponsors for the Forge Cyber Summit. Fortinet headlines as our Keynote Sponsor. Acxiom and BreachBits, Inc. step up as our Presenting Sponsors. Offering robust support, Optiv is on board as a Supporting Sponsor. Fueling our mornings, Gentry Professional Services and Guidepoint are our dedicated Breakfast Sponsors. Finally, driving the event's momentum, we have Arkansas Aerospace & Defense Alliance, Check Point Software Technologies, and AR APEX Accelerator as our Champion Sponsors.
Due to industry’s level of commitment, Forge is pleased to be able to provide dozens of scholarships for Arkansas college students wishing to attend this year’s event.
Registration for the Forge Cyber Summit is now open. Secure your spot to experience the unique blend of cybersecurity and the natural state by visiting https://www.forge.institute/summit. All attendees must be U.S. Citizens.
Key Facts
The 2023 Forge Cyber Summit will take place October 4th-5th, in Little Rock, AR.
Speakers include national cyber leaders from major companies and federal government agencies.
The overwhelming support from our industry partners has helped Forge double sponsorship, creating dozens of scholarships for Arkansas college students.
Registration to attend the Summit is open, visit www.forge.institute/summit for more information.
