In an era defined by rapid AI advancement, effective cyber leadership demands more than technical skill. This half-day Virtual Seminar explores overcoming imposter syndrome, building confident leadership, and preparing an AI-ready workforce, equipping today's cybersecurity professionals to lead with clarity, resilience, and vision.
Hear from cyber leaders on regional talent pipelines and individual development plans in the opening panel, then dig into four sessions covering the real benefits of imposter syndrome, a practical AI and cybersecurity crash course, CISO budget and identity priorities for 2027, and the leadership skills practitioners need to break through to the C-suite.
Register now to gain the tools, frameworks, and confidence to lead your team through AI-driven change.
September 10, 2026 | 8:00 AM PT | 11:00 AM ET Virtual Seminars
PART 1: Leadership Panel: Grow Where You're Planted: Building Cyber Talent at Every Level
From Louisiana bayous to South Dakota heartland, AI-ready workforces are being built anywhere. This session bridges regional pipeline strategies—K-12 literacy, higher ed, and working professionals—with individual development tools including five-year plans, IDPs, and the 3 E's of learning to cultivate the next generation of cybersecurity leaders.
Moderator: Charlene Cooper, Director, Cyber.org
Panelists: Michael Swinarski, Deputy CISO, CorVel Corporation; José-Marie Griffiths, Ph.D., President, Dakota State University; Kevin Nolten, President, Cyber Innovation Center
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