09/26/2025

Morning Registration opens at 7:30am ET

8:30am - 5:30pm ET

Founders Union Building

University of Louisville, Shelby Campus

450 North Hurstbourne Parkway

Louisville, KY 40222

The Louisville Metro InfoSec Conference,

Sponsored by IBM  

Keynote speakers, multiple break out tracks, and networking with other infosec and cybersecurity professionals.

6 CPE Credits, Free Lunch, Free Parking, Free WiFi, Prizes, and more…

Affordable Tickets!

Attendee Tickets: $100

ISSA Kentuckiana Member Ticket: Free! (w/ discount code)

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Schedule

Schedule

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | Attendee Registration

Location: Lobby - 1st Floor

Pick up your badge and get ready for a great day.

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM | Opening Ceremony

Location: Ballroom - 2nd Floor

Join us as we kick off the event with opening remarks.

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | Morning Keynote: Security for AI

Speaker: Greg Belanger

Location: Ballroom - 2nd Floor

An exploration of the new security paradigms required in the age of artificial intelligence.

10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | Breakout Session 1

Track 1: The FESA Manifesto: Why 'security theatre' is costing you more than you realize – Edward McCabe

Track 2: Securing our children in the cyber space – Joseph Pace

Track 3: Impacts of AI on Cyber Operations – Ben Corll

Track 4: Judgement Day for MFA: Choosing the right authenticator for your Skynet Terminator – Jeremy Druin

10:50 AM - 11:15 AM | Sponsor Showcase & Networking Break

Visit our sponsors' booths to discover cutting-edge solutions and connect with peers.

🍽️ Lunch & Keynote (11:15 AM - 1:00 PM)

11:15 AM - 1:00 PM | Networking Lunch

Location: Ballroom - 2nd Floor

12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | Lunch Keynote: Threat-Intelligence Led Human Risk Management and Education

Speaker: Alexandar Panaretos

Location: Ballroom - 2nd Floor

Learn how to transform your weakest link into your strongest defense through intelligent, data-driven education.

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | Breakout Session 2

Track 1: River Maritime Security Landscape – Erich Jackson

Track 2: AI in Cybersecurity: Shaping the Future of Defense and Business – Chris Nottingham

Track 3: A little less conversation. A little more action. – Michael Kanisczak

Track 4: Efficiently Advancing Your Career - Cyber Education Preparation – Jeff Jarecki

2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | Breakout Session 3

Track 1: Already Inside - Lurking Language Models – Jordan Johnson

Track 2: Radiating Awareness To Drive Behavioral Changes – Carl "Dr Haxs" Alexander

Track 3: 2004 Called—It Wants Its Wireless Security Back – Allyn Crowe

Track 4: Protecting your organization’s High Value Assets – James Kelly

3:00 PM - 3:50 PM | Breakout Session 4

Track 1: Roll For Initiative: What Dungeon Crawling Can Teach OffSec – John Askew

Track 2: Project Development Approach to AI/ML & Cognitive Technology Initiatives – Paul West

Track 3: From Scans to Simulated Attacks – Dan Helton

Track 4: Zero Standing Privileges in a Zero Trust World: 5 Practical Steps – John Martinez

4:00 PM - 4:50 PM | Expert Round Table & Q&A

Location: Ballroom - 2nd Floor

Join our keynote speakers and industry experts for a dynamic discussion on today's key takeaways and future trends.

4:50 PM - 5:30 PM | Closing Ceremony & Giveaways

Location: Ballroom - 2nd Floor

Let's wrap up the day with final remarks and announce our prize winners!

Diamond Sponsor

Diamond Sponsor

Lunch Sponsor

Lunch Sponsor

Platinum Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

Education & Non-Profit Sponsors

Education & Non-Profit Sponsors