USA | Raleigh
The Pavilion at Angus Barn | August 14, 2025 |
2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET

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PROACTIVE SECURITY STARTS HERE

Step into the future where AI and cyber resilience boldly converge.
Go beyond theory in an outcome-driven journey designed for real-world impact.

Tap into leading adversary insights, proactive cybersecurity blueprints, and a roadmap to the
next-gen SOC – all infused with the transformative power of artificial intelligence.

 

AGENDA AT A GLANCE

START TIME SESSION DETAILS
2:00 p.m. Check-in & Peer Connection
Arrive at the iconic Pavilion at Angus Barn and ease into the afternoon with light refreshments and peer introductions.
2:30 p.m. Resilience in the AI Era Sessions Begin
Engage with expert speakers and cybersecurity leaders as we explore:
  • Navigating Emerging Threats and AI Shifts
    Jon Clay | VP Threat Research | Trend Micro
  • Panel Discussion: Securing AI at Scale
    Ashish Vashishtha | Sr Program Manager AI, Privacy, and Data Governance | IBM
    Eric Hart | Founding Member & Board Advisor | CSA Triangle Chapter
    Vinay Bansal | AI Defender WorkStream Lead | CSA Triangle Chapter BOD
    Daniel Rohrer | VP of Software Secuirty | NVIDIA
    Moderated by Jon Clay
  • Own the Attack Surface and Quantify Cyber Resilience
    Russ Ollis | Sr Product Manager | Trend Micro
    Kate Muckenthaler | Platform Strategist | Trend Micro
  • Panel Discussion: Risk in the AI Era
    Juan Abreu | IT Network & Security Manager | City of High Point
    Mike Edmondson | Director Information Security | WakeMed 
    Mohammad Lafi | Security Engineer | WakeMed
    Moderated by Russ Ollis
  • Bridging the Gap with Platform Strategies
  • Trevor Hawn | Director TOTS | Trend Micro
5:45 p.m. Networking Reception
Unwind with handcrafted cocktails and seasonal bites, paired with live entertainment in the Pavilion’s airy, lodge-style space. Step out onto the patio for a quick breath of fresh air and lakefront views, then head back in to stay cool and connected.
7:00 p.m. Chef-Curated Dinner & Executive Networking
Enjoy dinner prepared by the award-winning Angus Barn culinary team. Share stories, insights, and strategies over a locally inspired menu in a refined yet comfortable atmosphere.

 

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Join us at The Pavilion at Angus Barn for an afternoon of focused cybersecurity conversations, peer connections, and executive insights—all in a setting that’s equal parts familiar and elevated.

Whether you’ve been before or it’s been a while, this isn't your typical Angus Barn event.

Expect a dynamic agenda, meaningful dialogue, and a few thoughtful touches that make this stop on the World Tour one to remember.

Venue photo for The Pavilion at Angus Barn

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Daniel Rohrer
VP, Software Security
NVIDIA
Ashish Vashishtha
Sr Program Manager AI, Privacy, and Data Governance
IBM
Vinay Bansal
AI Defender WorkStream Lead, CoSAI
CSA Triangle Chapter BOD
Eric Hart
Founding Member and Board Advisor
CSA Triangle Chapter BOD
Juan Abreu
IT Network & Security Manager
City of High Point
Mike Edmondson
Director Information Security
WakeMed

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