Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem Summit (CDES) + TopGolf copy

Arrive by 8:00 AM to enjoy breakfast snacks and coffee while networking with local professionals! Build lasting relationships that will help you collaborate, learn, and grow your business even after the event.

The Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem is a dedicated community and resource for Cybersecurity-First MSPs, MSSPs, SOCs, and CISOs, focused on building resilient and profitable cybersecurity practices. These summits are designed for learning, networking, and collaborating with peers and experts on strategies to elevate and scale cybersecurity efforts.

You also get a vetted resource of the best CISO-approved cybersecurity solutions, tools, and related services. Join us to collectively shape the future of cybersecurity.

Our regional summits serve as key meet-ups for this cybersecurity-first community, providing year-round opportunities to network, learn, and explore resources to strengthen cyber posture and managed services.

CISOs and related cybersecurity professionals are also welcomed to learn and network with the channel community to help fulfill their cybersecurity mandates.

You will gain immediate access to a community, tools, and services designed to help you identify and close gaps, reduce risks, streamline operations, and improve your overall cyber posture.

We support you in maximizing in-house cybersecurity efforts, while offering options to outsource specific needs until you are ready to bring those functions back internally.

Discover how we can help you and your clients achieve a higher level of security by implementing the right combination of technology, people, and process to effectively reduce both risks and costs.

Cybersecurity pros won’t want to miss this! Explore the accelerating world of AI and how it is impacting the cybersecurity landscape for all.

"The Future of Security and How to Best Defend"

Be ready to go beyond traditional defenses and embrace a future-proof approach.

According to research firm Omdia, cybersecurity is being reshaped in ways that are more consequential than the past decade and partners are at an inflection point. “Platform consolidation, geopolitical, ecosystem realignment, AI-driven transformation and long-term workforce disruption are converging all at one”. We agree as we see this in the vendors we interview and what’s happening on the frontlines of the cybersecurity channel. With the top 20 vendors out of 6,000 already accounting for 66% of the global cybersecurity spend, you have to ensure you are rolling with the right partners. Keep in mind that these top 20 are still plagued with attacks and breaches so the remaining thousands are busy trying to fill the gaps. Everyone has a role to play, but cost (and skill) is the achilles heel. Data sovereignty, compliance and other regulations are forcing everyone to rethink cybersecurity.

There are several components to the best Cybersecurity practice and it's evolving. Compliance, CIS, regulations, privacy, insurance, supply chain, and other legal issues also play a critical role in your cybersecurity posture. In many cases provable compliance is required to do business with an increasing number of organizations.

How do you manage the various issues facing you?

Some tasks, like compliance management, PEN testing, 24/7 monitoring, cyber insurance, verification, reporting, may be better outsourced to reduce risk and internal workload, especially if the expertise to cover everything is simply not available in-house.

Our panel of experts will discuss the solutions to these challenges.

Today, it's vital to keep ahead of the latest government and insurance regulations (both in-country and international). How do you get into compliance and stay compliant moving forward, and be able to prove it in case you have to in court or facilitate a claim with your insurance provider.

As businesses increasingly adopt AI-empowered models, understanding the inherent risks and establishing robust governance are paramount. Unlike traditional data, there's no "delete" key in AI.

AI is now a ubiquitous tool, leveraged by both sides in the ongoing cyber war. Our goal is to build the best defense for the AI age, moving beyond reactive measures to predictive cybersecurity. This involves not only reducing false positives and improving prioritization and mediation, but fundamentally staying ahead of the curve.

Our "A-Team," comprised of cybersecurity specialists, CISOs, and MSSPs, will provide crucial insights into the latest advancements and emerging trends in the field. Professionals from diverse areas of the cybersecurity landscape will share their unique perspectives.

Throughout the day, these experts will also be available for in-depth discussions and to answer your questions during the Mastermind Peer-Group sessions. These in-person events offer a unique opportunity to expand your network with these valuable experts, who can assist with your future needs.

At every event, we will introduce one surprise "wildcard" session that will hopefully shock and awe attendees. Something that you were not expecting and you can only get it if you come in-person!

Catch 3-minute pitches on innovative solutions.
You'll get a high-level overview of various solutions and business tools, then vote for your favorite pitch.

Identify the vendors and tools that best fit your needs, and meet them later in the afternoon at their golf bay to dive deeper.
Vendors will be available all day, so you can connect with them to explore opportunities and potentially become a partner.

No pressure!

Join industry experts who have successfully navigated the challenges of cybersecurity as they share their secrets to success. The session will feature an open mic discussion, where the entire audience can engage and ask questions about the business of cybersecurity.

Exhibitors will be hosting their exclusive golf-bay area to showcase their solutions and do some fun golf games. Everyone will be networking. Drinks and snacks will be available.

For those who do NOT want to play Golf Games or want more, you have an option to participate in a Mastermind Peer-Group whereby you collaborate with your peers to solve your pain points. If you do not know what a Mastermind Peer-Group is about check out https://www.channelpartneralliance.com/#home

Usually, whoever is staying back will end up at the bar or for dinner to carry on the conversations.

Many will stay back to carry on the conversation and networking. Who knows where we will end up. You are welcome to join the cyber gang.