CyberRisk Collaborative

Apply to attend the #Cincinnati Leadership Exchange on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at The Westin Cincinnati and hear from Brad Coppel, Director, IT Security - GRC of Cintas on "Governance, Risk, and Compliance: From Obligation to Strategic Signal". Governance, risk, and compliance are often treated as regulatory necessities rather than strategic assets, yet they shape how organizations prioritize, invest, and make decisions under uncertainty. As regulatory expectations increase and boards demand clearer accountability, CISOs are being asked to move beyond checkbox compliance toward programs that demonstrably manage risk and enable the business to move with confidence. This small group discussion will explore how leaders are operationalizing frameworks, aligning compliance to real threats, and using GRC signals to inform strategy rather than slow it down. The goal is to reframe GRC as a driver of clarity, credibility, and resilience. Interested in learning more before you apply? Reach out to your community cultivators, Brian Greig and Parham Eftekhari. Apply now: https://bit.ly/3NB4yyB CyberRisk Alliance #cybersecurity #networking #CRAEvents

📊 CISO-Developed Toolkit: Risk Assessment Toolkit Developed through vendor-free collaboration with members of the CyberRisk Collaborative (CRC), this toolkit helps CISOs and security leaders establish a structured, repeatable approach to identifying, prioritizing, and managing cyber risk across the enterprise. As organizations face increasing pressure to quantify risk and align security investments with business priorities, this toolkit provides practical methodologies and tools to move from ad hoc assessments to a disciplined, programmatic approach. The Risk Assessment Toolkit includes: - CISO-developed guidance on conducting effective risk assessments, including baseline assessments and risk evaluation methodologies - Maturity checklists and structured frameworks to standardize how risks are identified, scored, and tracked - ISO 27001-aligned templates and workbooks to support formal risk treatment and compliance requirements - M&A and business-driven risk assessment tools to evaluate risk in dynamic environments like acquisitions And more Members of the CRC Accelerator Program can access the toolkit by logging into the Members Portal. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4k38mog Thank you to the CRC security leaders whose expertise helped shape this toolkit into a practical resource for advancing enterprise risk management. #RiskAssessment #CISO #RiskManagement #CyberLeadership #Governance Parham Eftekhari Dr. Dustin Sachs DCS, CISSP, CCISO Melissa Warford Tom Ward

Apply to attend the #Atlanta Leadership Exchange on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the JW Marriott Atlanta Buckhead. Presented by your Atlanta #CISO Leadership Board - Ray Griffin, Head of InfoSec of Mazda North American Operations, Tamika Bass,CCA, CCP,CBCP, CISA,CRISC, HCISPP, AssocCCISO, Cybersecurity Technology Director of GFT, Gretchen Hiley, CISO of Randstad, Stacy Hughes, SVP, CISO of ABM Industries, David Levine, Vice President, Executive Partner (Security) of Forrester, Michael Brainard, CISO of Employees' Retirement System of Georgia (State of Georgia), Felicia Hedgebeth, CIO of Georgia Department of Banking and Finance, Kenneth Foster, CISO, Dean Mallis, BISO of ABM Industries, Phyllis Sumner, Partner, CPO of King & Spalding, and more! At the 2026 Atlanta Leadership Exchange, trusted CISOs will reveal how they are operationalizing responsible security leadership in an AI-driven era. Through keynote presentations, CISO-only boardroom discussions, and interactive breakouts created by the community, current and emerging cybersecurity executives will experience a peer-driven exchange of ideas while forging long-lasting relationships they can rely on when stakes are highest. Community-Led Executive Learning Will Include: - Practical approaches for embedding security into AI, automation, and digital transformation. - Real-world case studies on governing risk while enabling innovation. - Techniques for strengthening board alignment, trust, and business communication. - Strategies for building accountable security cultures across the enterprise. - Deep-dive insights via intimate CISO-only boardroom discussions on leadership, decision-making, and emerging threats. Interested in learning more before you apply? Reach out to your community cultivator, Parham Eftekhari. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4sBtS6r CyberRisk Alliance #cybersecurity #networking #CRAEvents

You're invited to join your peers for an evening of connection and conversation at the 𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗢 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿: 𝗕𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 on 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. This exclusive dinner brings together cybersecurity executives for candid discussions on current challenges and leadership in an ever-changing landscape. Step away from the day-to-day and engage with other CISOs in your community. Presented by members of your #Boston Leadership Board: - Nicholas Bruno CISO & SVP of IT of SHL - Salumeh Companieh, CDIO of Cushman & Wakefield - Alex Cunningham, CISO of Advisor360° - Lorna Koppel, Dir. InfoSec of Tufts University - Bob Litterer, CISO of Teradyne - Bryan Chnowski, CISO of Compass IT Compliance 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱: https://lnkd.in/eCFk7wRz If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to Parham Eftekhari or Melissa Warford. #CRA #CRAEvents #BostonCISOs #BostonEvents #CyberSecurityNetworking #DigitalRiskManagement #LeadershipInCyberSecurity #CISOInsights #CyberRiskCollaborative

The 𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗢 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿: 𝗕𝗮𝘆 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮 is taking a different approach this May... ⚾ Join your peers on 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, as we gather at Oracle Park to watch the 𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗚𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝗲𝗴𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀 from a private suite. This event offers a unique setting for the Bay Area cybersecurity community to connect. It brings together CISOs and senior security leaders for meaningful conversation, relationship-building, and shared perspective outside of the traditional dinner setting. If you’re looking to engage with peers in a more relaxed, yet still intentional environment, this is one you won’t want to miss. 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱: https://lnkd.in/eNWzniZa Want to learn more? Reach out to your community cultivators, Greg Winterrowd, Melissa Warford and Parham Eftekhari. #CyberRisk #BayAreaCISO #CISOLeadership #CybersecurityCommunity #AIandSecurity #InfoSecLeaders #CIDO #CIO #CITO #CyberSecurityLeaders #CISONetworking #CRAevents #CRC #BayArea

Join your CISO peers at the 𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗢 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿: 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗮 on 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟮, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 at the Pyramid Club - 52nd Floor. We are excited to announce that the dinner discussion will be led by Brandi Burton, Deputy CISO of TE Connectivity! This event is a great opportunity to connect with cybersecurity executives for honest conversation, shared insights, and peer‑driven leadership discussion. 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱: https://lnkd.in/eVwNBJDU Interested in learning more? For more details, reach out to your community cultivators, Alec Christensen, Melissa Warford, or Parham Eftekhari. #CyberRisk #PhiladelphiaCISO #CISOLeadership #CybersecurityCommunity #AIandSecurity #InfoSecLeaders #CIDO #CIO #CITO #CyberSecurityLeaders #CISONetworking #CRAEvents #Philadelphia

Mark your calendar -- the 𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗢 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿: 𝗟𝗼𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘀 is set for 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 at Upper West Restaurant & Bar. This is your chance to be part of a growing network of local cybersecurity leaders focused on real conversation, connection, and collaboration. Presented by your Los Angeles Leadership Board Members: - Jeffrey A., VP & CISO of Hoag Health System - Trina Ford, CISO of iHeartMedia - Dan M., VP, Cyber & Content Security of Legendary Entertainment - Virginia Lyons, SVP-CISO of Sony Pictures Entertainment - Marvin Cruz, CTO of CGI 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱: https://lnkd.in/e9jCRgYs Interested in learning more? Reach out to your community cultivators, Jennifer Cox, Melissa Warford and Parham Eftekhari. #CyberRisk #LACISO #CISOLeadership #CybersecurityCommunity #AIandSecurity #InfoSecLeaders #CIDO #CIO #CITO #CyberSecurityLeaders #CISONetworking #CRAEvents #CRC

Save the date! Mark your calendar for the 𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗢 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿: 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 on 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 at Hearsay on Levy Park. Join your CISO peers for an evening of networking with the #Houston cybersecurity community -- sharing challenges, celebrating successes, and connecting with fellow leaders. Presented by Your Houston CISO Leadership Board: - Chuck Layton, CDMO of San Jacinto College - 🇭🇳 Jack Leidecker, CISO of Gong - Billy Spears, CISO of Teradata - Michael Reynolds, Director, Global Information Security of Molycop - Craig Wood, CISO of 🧠PSY Logistics Technology Partners, Inc. 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱: https://lnkd.in/ey79GwmA For more details, reach out to your community cultivators, Brian Greig, Melissa Warford, or Parham Eftekhari. #CyberRisk #HoustonCISO #CISOLeadership #CybersecurityCommunity #AIandSecurity #InfoSecLeaders #CIDO #CIO #CITO #CyberSecurityLeaders #CISONetworking #CRAEvents

Apply to attend the #Cincinnati Leadership Exchange on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at The Westin Cincinnati and hear from Paul Orme, Director, Cybersecurity of Crown Food Equipment Corporation on "Identity and Access Management: Re-Establishing Control in a Distributed World". Identity has become the new perimeter, yet many organizations struggle with complexity, legacy systems, and unclear ownership. This small-group discussion will focus on how security leaders are modernizing identity and access management to support zero trust, cloud adoption, and workforce flexibility. Participants will explore how to prioritize IAM investments, reduce friction for users, and close gaps in privileged access and accountability. The goal is to surface approaches that make identity a strategic enabler of security and business resilience. Interested in learning more before you apply? Reach out to your community cultivators, Brian Greig and Parham Eftekhari. Apply now: https://bit.ly/3NB4yyB CyberRisk Alliance #cybersecurity #networking #CRAEvents

Don't miss this Keynote from Stacy Hughes, CISO of ABM Industries and Dr. Ed Harris, DIT-IAC, CISSP, Global Director of Information Security of Mauser Packaging Solutions at the #Atlanta Leadership Exchange on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Interested in learning more before you apply? Reach out to your community cultivator, Parham Eftekhari. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4sBtS6r CyberRisk Alliance #cybersecurity #networking #CRAEvents