WASHINGTON, DC | March 3
12:00PM-5:00PM ET
Proofpoint Protect Insights is where the future of cybersecurity is defined. For one powerful half day only, we’re bringing the best of Protect to you in Washington DC. Join industry experts, partners, cybersecurity leaders, and defenders on the front lines to explore how AI is redefining human-centric security. From agentic AI to the latest threat intelligence, you will experience a visionary keynote, discover breakthrough innovations, and gain exclusive insights and invaluable networking opportunities.
Protect Insights delivers:

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Get your LARQ Bottle for attending
We’re excited to announce that we will be giving away a LARQ Bottle PureVis™ 2, a self-cleaning bottle with two-stage purification and app integration that tracks your water intake and reminds you to stay hydrated, to the first 75 eligible attendees!
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Complimentary professional headshots
Make the most of your attendance. Enjoy a complimentary headshot session and refresh your professional profile with a new photo—on us!
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Getting here is easy
Free parking & rideshare vouchers We are offering complimentary valet parking, as well as rideshare vouchers for those who prefer a free ride to and from the event, up to $200.
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Our venue

Agenda
- 12:00PM-1:00PM
Registration & Networking Lunch
- 1:00PM-2:00PM
Opening Keynote: The Next Chapter - Human-Centric, AI-Ready Security
- 2:00PM-2:20PM
Break
- 2:20PM-2:55PM
Collaboration Security: Innovations & Roadmap
- 2:55PM-3:30PM
Data Security: Innovations & Roadmap
- 3:30PM-5:00PM
Event Social sponsored by Women Who Cyber
*Agenda is subject to change

Event Social
Happy Hour at the International SPY Museum
Following Protect Insights, you're invited to join us and your peers for a Happy Hour at the International SPY Museum. Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and great company in an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere.
Who should attend
Security analysts and engineers
Including
Security Analyst/Engineer • SOC Analyst • InfoSec Analyst • Head of Insider Risk/Threat • Cybersecurity Analyst
Why you should attend
Meet industry experts to learn best practices for designing a human-centric cybersecurity solution, and better understand ways to protect your environment with Proofpoint.
Systems and network admins
Including
Systems Admin/Engineer • IT Manager • InfoSec Manager/Director • DLP Program Lead • Manager of Information Protection • Network Admin/Engineer • Senior Systems Engineer • IT Security Director
Why you should attend
Enhance your organisation’s security posture, protect information and data, and stay updated on the latest tools and technologies from your peers and industry-leading experts.
Leadership
Including
CISO • CIO • GRC Manager/Director • Head of IT/IT Security
Why you should attend
Discover the latest Proofpoint solutions and roadmaps and how to best leverage these innovations to overcome the human risks impacting your organisation.

Channel and Technology Partners
Including
Leadership • Cybersecurity Strategists • Sales Representatives • Sales Engineers
Why you should attend
Gain exclusive insights into Proofpoint’s latest innovations and strategies to address critical customer challenges, expand your expertise, and connect with industry leaders and peers to drive growth and success in today’s dynamic threat landscape.
Security Analysts and Engineers
Including
Security Analyst/Engineer • SOC Analyst • InfoSec Analyst • Head of Insider Risk/Threat • Cybersecurity Analyst
Why you should attend
Meet industry experts to learn best practices for designing a human-centric cybersecurity solution, and better understand ways to protect your environment with Proofpoint.
Speakers

Host
Tema Mueller
AVP, Named Account Sales - Southeast, Proofpoint, Inc.

Keynote
Erin Leonard
Global Director, Sales Engineering & Security Architecture, Information Protection Group, Proofpoint, Inc.
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.

Speaker
Garrett Guinivan
Staff Sales Engineer, Proofpoint, Inc.
Garrett Guinivan is a staff solutions architect and threat analyst for the US Federal Sector at Proofpoint. He has supported and consulted for hundreds of private and public sector customers over 5 years with Proofpoint. He has over 10 years of experience supporting federal customers and clients defend against the top cyber adversaries. He is the lead architect for customers around Fedramp, CMMC, and similar compliance needs. He has spoken at several nationwide events - including SANS - on cybersecurity, human risk management, cyber threat intelligence, and federal topics. He is a threat expert providing guidance across the company and for customers on how to reduce human risk with threat-focused security awareness and training. Before Proofpoint, he was a cyber threat intelligence (CTI) analyst and consultant supporting Army, Navy, Cyber Command, and Energy Sector customers. He also currently serves as a Cyber Threat Intelligence Officer in the US Army Reserves. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science from Penn State University and a master’s degree from Indiana University. He was commissioned from Indiana University as a Distinguished Military Graduate in 2014.

Speaker
Craig Temple
Staff Product Marketing Manager, Proofpoint, Inc.
Speaker
Michael Gordover
Team Lead, Principal Sales Engineer, Proofpoint, Inc.
Michael Gordover is a Principal Sales Engineer for Proofpoint, specializing in Insider Threat. He is a seasoned security professional, CISSP, and Insider Threat Program Manager. Michael has been with ObserveIT for 7 years, working with organizations across various industries and verticals- consulting on, and implementing data governance and insider threat solutions as well as securing ObserveIT internally as part of the Info Sec team.
Earn 3 CPE credits
This event is approved and endorsed by (ISC)2 and CPE credits will automatically be credited to your member account within 4-6 weeks.