Tribal Cybersecurity Summit set for Feb. 26-28 in Miami

Sunday, December 22, 2024 12:53 PM
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TribalHub will host its fifth annual Cybersecurity Summit, but this time it will be a gathering in Miami Feb. 26-28.

This in-person Cybersecurity Summit comes after four years as a virtual event. It will provide an opportunity for leaders working at tribes and tribal enterprises to connect with top cybersecurity experts and fellow leaders to address the most pressing cyber threats facing tribes today, according to Mike Day, TribalHub’s executive officer and board member of the Tribal-ISAC (Information Sharing & Analysis Center) Steering Committee.

Day said the event continues to be a vital platform for fostering collaboration, sharing insights, and building stronger more resilient tribal governments and enterprises.

“It’s imperative for tribes and tribal organizations to learn as much as possible to strengthen their security postures,” Day said. “As we mark the fifth-annual Summit, we remain committed to empowering leaders and IT professionals working at tribal governments, casinos, enterprises, and health facilities with the tools and knowledge to defend against ever-evolving cyber threats.”

Lee Edberg, director of cybersecurity at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Minnesota, said the event will offer essential insights to help leaders make informed decisions, ask the right questions, and invest wisely in their organization’s security. “Today, leaders working in tribal government, gaming and health must understand cyber threats and how cybersecurity mitigates these risks.”

The summit features keynote speakers and educational sessions, an optional golf event, and a vendor expo. There’s also a meet-and-greet event, as the summit aims to empower and educate those working at tribal governments and enterprises.

“Our data shows that more than 40% of tribes report not having a dedicated cyber resource,” Day said. “This must change, given the current global climate. At the very least, leaders in tribal governments and enterprises need to be aware of the resources available to help them protect and safeguard their organizations – and, ultimately, their sovereignty.”

To register, see agenda updates, and learn more, visit the TribalHub Cybersecurity Summit.