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We’ve always tried to govern access to our most critical data, but AI has now changed the game. Organizations and their technology vendors are rapidly integrating large language models (LLMs) and agentic AI into email, collaboration tools, and other applications, often introducing security risks that can be difficult to discover and even harder to mitigate.
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After the event, we’ll be giving away a Power Series Mug* to the first 1,100 qualified attendees** who claim their gift in the U.S. and Canada.
Ryan Kalember currently leads cybersecurity strategy for Proofpoint and is a sought-out expert for leadership and commentary on breaches and best practices. His global team of security experts ensures that Proofpoint’s customers have consistent insight into the attacks that target their people. Mr. Kalember joined Proofpoint from WatchDox where he served as both chief product officer and CMO, leading the development of pioneering data-centric security solutions through to the company’s acquisition. Previously, Ryan ran solutions across HP’s portfolio of security products, was director of product strategy at ArcSight, and held a variety of positions at VeriSign, including EMEA regional manager and senior product manager. Early in his career, Ryan was a security practitioner, helping build many leading security organizations and security operations centers (SOCs) around the world. He received his bachelor's degree from Stanford University, where he studied fault tolerance, cryptography, and authentication algorithms.
Ravi Ithal is a leading innovator in cybersecurity, recognized for his transformative work in advancing cloud and enterprise security solutions. He previously co-founded and served as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Normalyze, a cloud data security platform acquired by Proofpoint. At Normalyze, Ithal led the development of advanced solutions leveraging machine learning to provide continuous discovery and protection of sensitive data across public clouds, setting new standards for cloud data security.
Before Normalyze, Ithal was the co-founder and Chief Architect of Netskope, where he played a pivotal role in pioneering Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) and Secure Access Services Edge (SASE) technologies. Earlier in his career, he was a founding engineer at Palo Alto Networks, where he contributed to the creation of the first Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), a groundbreaking innovation that redefined network security.
Ithal holds over 75 approved or pending patents in cybersecurity, reflecting his ingenuity and commitment to solving complex security challenges. His contributions have earned him industry-wide recognition, including being named to the Enterprise Security Tech Cyber Influencer Top 10 List in 2022.
With a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Purdue University and a Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Ithal’s academic foundation complements his prolific career. As a trusted leader and innovator, his work continues to shape the future of cybersecurity, protecting sensitive information in an increasingly complex digital world.
Erin Leonard has more than 15 years of experience with Information & Cyber Security, focused on enterprise risk and remediation. She started her career in enterprise compliance at Fidelity Investments and Iron Mountain Records Management before spending 10 years at RSA Security, focused on the Archer Governance, Risk and Compliance business. Erin’s background as a systems administrator, Professional Services consultant and Presales technical leader of security technology has given her the ability to view risk from people, process and technology perspectives. Erin graduated from the University of Vermont and received her MBA from Bryant University and her MSCIS from Boston University. She lives in the Boston area and has a passion for exercise and running - she has completed 8 full marathons including Boston, Chicago, Berlin and NYC.
As a former cybersecurity consultant, Linfei has 10+ years of experience solving cybersecurity challenges in various industries. She helped organizations develop data security strategies, architect and implement data security solutions, and build data security programs. In recent years, she also expanded her focus to helping organizations securely adopt AI technologies.
For years, large parts of the threat landscape remained largely constant - attack chains had similar steps, and most threat actor business models had stabilized around ransomware, BEC, crypto, and data theft. But the last two years has seen a sea change in how attacks are conducted, with some of the most interesting developments around the increased attack surface driven by both sanctioned and unsanctioned AI adoption.
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After the event, we’ll be giving away a Atari™ Micro Player™ by My Arcade® to the first 1,100 qualified attendees** who claim their gift in the U.S. and Canada.
With over 20 years of experience in the information security industry, Mr. Kalember currently leads cybersecurity strategy for Proofpoint and is a sought-out expert for leadership and commentary on breaches and best practices. His global team of security experts ensures that Proofpoint’s customers have consistent insight into the attacks that target their people. Mr. Kalember joined Proofpoint from WatchDox where he served as both chief product officer and CMO, leading the development of pioneering data-centric security solutions through to the company’s acquisition. Previously, Ryan ran solutions across HP’s portfolio of security products, was director of product strategy at ArcSight, and held a variety of positions at VeriSign, including EMEA regional manager and senior product manager. Early in his career, Ryan was a security practitioner, helping build many leading security organizations and security operations centers (SOCs) around the world. He received his bachelor's degree from Stanford University, where he studied fault tolerance, cryptography, and authentication algorithms.
Formerly a researcher himself, Daniel currently leads Proofpoint's threat research team devoted to tracking financially-motivated actors. From high-profile botnets to credential harvesting and business email compromise, Daniel's team is in the weeds everyday leveraging Proofpoint's world class visibility to make high-confidence attributions and to share their findings with defenders across the world. Prior to his work at Proofpoint, Daniel worked as a malware analyst at the NCFTA and got his start tracking adversaries as a combat engineer with the US Army.
Alexis Dorais-Joncas is the Senior Manager of Proofpoint’s APT research team, where he and his team of threat researchers and intelligence analysts focus on tracking the most elusive state-sponsored threat actors and ensuring Proofpoint customers are protected against these persistent attackers. Prior to joining Proofpoint, Alexis led ESET’s Montreal-based R&D branch office for over 10 years, where his team focused on malware research, network security and targeted attacks tracking. Alexis is an established speaker on current cyberthreats, having spoken in front of diverse audiences at events such as Northsec, Bluehat, Botconf, First CTI, Sector and Rightscon. He has also been quoted in several security and technical media such as Wired, ITWorldCanada and Ars Technica, with broadcast appearances on Radio-Canada and Skynews. Alexis holds an M. Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke in Canada.
Selena Larson is a staff threat researcher at Proofpoint on the Threat Research team. She collaborates with fellow researchers to identify and investigate advanced threats and develop actionable threat intelligence. Selena is also the co-host of the DISCARDED podcast, featuring unique research and insights from individuals in the infosec industry. Previously, she was a cyber threat analyst for the industrial cybersecurity firm Dragos, and a cybersecurity and privacy journalist.
Women Who Cyber has received high praise for uniting diverse groups of aspiring and accomplished cybersecurity professionals through engaging events across North America. In celebration of International Women’s Day, Women Who Cyber is collaborating with Power Series to honor and celebrate women in cybersecurity.
Hear from trailblazing cybersecurity leaders breaking barriers, sharing insights into their journeys, challenges faced by women, and the importance of workplace diversity and gender equality.
Join this Power Series as our panel of influential women discusses:
After the event, we’ll be giving away a free copy of Tracy Newell's Hers for the Taking: Your Path to the C-Suite & Beyond* to the first 1,100 qualified attendees** who claim their gift in the U.S. and Canada.
Nitza Daniel is the Vice President, Sales-Advanced Technology at Proofpoint. Mrs. Daniel has thrived in the technology industry since 1993 and has held key individual contributor and leadership roles at notable companies such as EMC and Veritas/Symantec. In 2015, she joined Proofpoint and has since more than doubled the size of the PNW NAM team while maintaining a high level of employee retention, revenue growth and overall Proofpoint product adoption. Nitza speaks three languages and holds degrees in Industrial Engineering and Computer Science. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, reading and eating dessert.
Live from Proofpoint Protect 2025!
With trillions of email and cloud-based attacks happening every year, Proofpoint is often among the first to detect emerging trends, techniques, and threat actors targeting people.
Tune in to this special broadcast of Proofpoint Power Series, live from Protect 2025 in Nashville. Our Threat Research leaders will explore the current state of the threat landscape and unpack what it takes to stay ahead of adversaries. From cybercrime and espionage to the growing role of AI, one truth remains constant: people are at the center of today’s cybersecurity challenges.
Participate in this Power Series as our experts discuss:
With over 20 years of experience in the information security industry, Mr. Kalember currently leads cybersecurity strategy for Proofpoint and is a sought-out expert for leadership and commentary on breaches and best practices. His global team of security experts ensures that Proofpoint’s customers have consistent insight into the attacks that target their people. Mr. Kalember joined Proofpoint from WatchDox where he served as both chief product officer and CMO, leading the development of pioneering data-centric security solutions through to the company’s acquisition. Previously, Ryan ran solutions across HP’s portfolio of security products, was director of product strategy at ArcSight, and held a variety of positions at VeriSign, including EMEA regional manager and senior product manager. Early in his career, Ryan was a security practitioner, helping build many leading security organizations and security operations centers (SOCs) around the world. He received his bachelor's degree from Stanford University, where he studied fault tolerance, cryptography, and authentication algorithms.
Chris Inglis is a distinguished cybersecurity leader with over 40 years of federal service. He served as the nation’s first National Cyber Director at the White House (2021–2023) and spent 17 years at the NSA, including as Deputy Director. A retired Brigadier General and command pilot in the U.S. Air Force and Air National Guard, Inglis also held academic and advisory roles, including as a commissioner on the U.S. Cyberspace Solarium Commission and a trustee of the National Intelligence University. His accolades include the President’s National Security Medal and the Director of National Intelligence Distinguished Service Medal. Inglis holds advanced degrees in engineering and computer science from Columbia, Johns Hopkins, and George Washington University. He resides in Annapolis, Maryland, with his wife, Anna.
Formerly a researcher himself, Daniel currently leads Proofpoint's threat research team devoted to tracking financially-motivated actors. From high-profile botnets to credential harvesting and business email compromise, Daniel's team is in the weeds everyday leveraging Proofpoint's world class visibility to make high-confidence attributions and to share their findings with defenders across the world. Prior to his work at Proofpoint, Daniel worked as a malware analyst at the NCFTA and got his start tracking adversaries as a combat engineer with the US Army.
Cristiana leads eCrime research at Proofpoint, bringing deep expertise in APT tracking, election interference, and Asia-pacific cyber ops from a background in military and defense analysis.
This event is approved and endorsed by (ISC)2 and CPE credits will automatically be credited to your member account within 4-6 weeks.
This event is suitable for information security decision-makers, including CXOs, VP of IT, Director of IT, as well as mid-level information security management professionals (Senior Security Manager, IT Security Manager, IT Manager), and technical information security practitioners (Security Engineer, Messaging Architect, IT Analyst). It is also relevant for Proofpoint Channel Partner representatives.
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