TORONTO | February 25
9:00AM-4:30PM ET
Proofpoint Protect Tour is where the future of cybersecurity is defined. For one day only, we’re bringing the very best of Protect to you in Toronto. 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'll experience a visionary keynote, discover breakthrough innovations, and gain exclusive insights and valuable networking opportunities.
Protect Tour 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 200 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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Venue
Agenda
- 9:00AM-10:00AM
Registration & Breakfast
- 10:00AM-11:00AM
Opening Keynote: The Next Chapter - Human-Centric, AI-Ready Security
- 11:00AM-11:20AM
Break
- 11:20AM-11:55AM
Collaboration Security: Innovations & Roadmap
- 11:55AM-12:30PM
Data Security: Innovations & Roadmap
- 12:30PM-1:30PM
Networking Lunch
- 1:30PM-2:30PM
Power Series Live: Human-Centric Leadership in an AI-Ready Threat Landscape
- 2:30PM-4:30PM
Demo Center & Event Social sponsored by Women Who Cyber
*Agenda is subject to change
Proofpoint Power Series Live:
Human-Centric Leadership in an AI Driven Threat Landscape
This Power Series Live will dive into how security leaders are evolving their strategies in response to AI-driven threats, while remaining grounded in human-centric values. From empowering teams to making ethical AI decisions, hear how these CISOs are navigating the complex balance of innovation, trust, and resilience in a rapidly changing cyber landscape.
Host
Patrick Joyce
Global Resident Chief Information Security Officer, Proofpoint, Inc.
Panelist
Lorenzo Tommaso
Director of Cyber Security, Niagara Health
Panelist
Nicole Galang
Senior Director, Information Security (CISO), BGIS
Panelist
John Tziortzis
Associate Vice President, Information Technology, Chief Information Security Officer, Centennial College
Host
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Event Social
Happy Hour at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto
Following Protect Tour, you're invited to join us and your peers for a Happy Hour at the Four Seasons Hotel Toronto. 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 organization’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 organization.
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.
Host
Robert Mackett
Area Vice President, Regional Sales, Proofpoint, Inc.
Keynote Speaker
Tom Corn
EVP & GM, Threat Protection Group, Proofpoint, Inc.
Speaker
Erin Leonard
Senior Director, Global Sales Engineering & Security Architecture, 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
Ron Poserina
VP, Americas Systems Engineering, Proofpoint, Inc.
Ron Poserina is the Vice President, Americas Systems Engineering at Proofpoint. In his current role, he is responsible for leading the technical sales organization in helping customers solve their evolving cyber security challenges. As a 15 year veteran in this space, Ron has worked with some of the largest companies in the world advising them on managing risk. He also holds CISSP and CCSK certifications. Prior to joining Proofpoint, Ron lead systems engineering teams at a number of other cyber security organizations. His specialties have included email messaging, web security and DLP.
Speaker
Josh Linkenhoker
Team Lead, Staff Sales Engineer, Proofpoint, Inc.
Our Sponsors
Earn 4 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.
