Cybersecurity Association, Inc. (formerly CAMI)

Thank You for an Incredible Cybersecurity Association Business Summit! We want to extend our gratitude to everyone who attended the CyberSecurity Association Business Summit! Your participation made this event a resounding success. Our panel discussions were truly enlightening, offering valuable insights into decision-making skills that will shape the future of the cybersecurity landscape. A special thanks to our esteemed members for sharing their expertise: George Barnes & Laura Nelson explored and investigated the topic "What's Next? AI and the Impact on Cyber and Government Contracts." Their insights into the intersection of AI and cybersecurity were both thought-provoking and timely. Gary Daigle & Bruce Howard delivered a compelling session on "Why Didn't I Know That?: Avoiding Common Mistakes in the M&A Process," highlighting critical considerations for navigating the complexities of mergers and acquisitions. John B. and Ken Kurz kicked off an enthusiastic discussion on "Why Didn't You Buy My Product?: Expanding to the Commercial Space," offering practical strategies for successfully entering new markets. During our networking session, it was fantastic to see industry leaders connecting and sharing ideas. Thank you once again to all our speakers, attendees, and sponsors for contributing to such an impactful event. Together, we’re paving the way for the next wave of cybersecurity innovation! #CyberSecurity #BusinessSummit #AI #Innovation #Networking #MergersAndAcquisitions #CommercialGrowth

📣 Announcing 2025 Board Leadership & New Board Members 📣 The passion and commitment of our Board of Directors energizes our mission, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve in meeting the needs of our members and the industry. The Executive Committee consists of: Chair: Chuck Faughnan III, CEO, Personam.ai Vice Chair: Ted Pibil, Sr. Government Advisor, ePlus inc. Technologies, Inc.  Treasurer: Tina Kuhn, President, The Lanzar Group Assistant Treasurer: Jacqui Magnes, CEO, COMSO, Inc. Secretary: Sarah Woods, Founder & President, VenturePotential, LLC Assistant Secretary: Timothy Schilbach, PhD, CISSP, CCSP, OSCP, OSCE Schilbach, CEO, Penacity, LLC In addition to the new Executive Committee members, the Cybersecurity Association welcomes two new members to its Board of Directors, including:  Nish Thakker, CEO and Founder, NXT Calvin Nobles, Ph.D. , Portfolio Vice President and Dean, University of Maryland Global Campus

We are proud to support the 2025 Cyber OSPAs! The Cyber OSPAs have been running since 2021 and aim to recognize and highlight outstanding performance by companies, people, products, and initiatives across the cyber security sector globally. Entry to the Cyber OSPAs is currently open until February 4, 2025 and nominations are invited in the following categories. ⭐ Outstanding Chief Information Security Officer ⭐ Outstanding Cyber Security Professional ⭐ Outstanding Cyber Security Team ⭐ Outstanding Cyber Security Consultant ⭐ Outstanding Customer Service Initiative ⭐ Outstanding Cyber Security Training/Awareness Initiative ⭐ Outstanding Cyber Security Partnership ⭐ Outstanding Police/Law Enforcement Initiative ⭐ Outstanding Young Cyber Security Professional ⭐ Outstanding New Cyber Security Product ⭐ Outstanding Cyber Security Equipment Manufacturer ⭐ Lifetime Achievement More information about the Cyber OSPAs including how to enter can be found on the website. https://lnkd.in/dnDuNsu The presentation of the 2025 Cyber OSPAs will be held in partnership with SASIG Events at the Big SASIG Conference Dinner on May 8, 2025 in central London.

Don't miss out on the Business Growth and Innovation Summit, “Why Didn’t I Know That?”—tickets are selling fast, so reserve yours now! https://lnkd.in/efhKCBCK This is an incredible opportunity to explore government contracting and cybersecurity with industry experts. Join us for insightful discussions, including: How AI is transforming the future of cybersecurity and GovCon Valuable insights from CEOs about what they wish they had known pre- and post-sale Why tech executives may not be purchasing your products or services Plus, network with industry leaders and connect with carefully selected vendors! Featured speakers include: Gary Daigle from RealmOne Bruce Howard from Synergy Laura Nelson Laura Nelson from National Cryptologic Foundation George Barnes from Red Cell Partners John B. from Anomali Ken Kurz from COPT Defense Properties Reserve your seat today—we can’t wait to see you there! P.S. Discount tickets are available for a limited time. Message us to see if you qualify!

Last month, we announced our rebranding as part of a strategic evolution to better reflect our expanding role and vision within the cybersecurity industry. This transformation underscores our commitment to advancing business growth, talent development, and thought leadership across a rapidly evolving digital landscape. ADG Creative led our rebranding work with artistic and content development and created this video to summarize what our new identity means for our members and the greater community. More information can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ejYXdPFY

Celebrate Men and Women in Cryptology *this week* at the 3rd Annual Cocktails & Codebreakers, co-hosted by the National Cryptologic Foundation and the Intelligence and National Security Foundation. The evening will kickoff with Mr. Harry Coker Jr., White House National Cyber Director and General Timothy D. Haugh, USAF, Commander, U.S. Cyber Command; Director, National Security Agency/Chief, Central Security Service. The program will also feature a second Fireside Chat with special guest Mr. Montel Williams, military veteran/retired cryptologic officer (US Marines & Navy), actor & motivational speaker and moderator Mr. Steve Scully.

We’re thrilled to invite you to the Business Growth and Innovation Summit, “Why Didn’t I Know That?”—a unique opportunity to explore government contracting and cybersecurity! https://lnkd.in/efhKCBCK We'd like to give a huge thank you to our incredible sponsors! Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) Boathouse Capital Catapult Growth Partners, LLC Black Diamond Financial, LLC Howard County Economic Development Authority J.P. Morgan Private Bank KLNB CAVU Pinnacle Financial Partners Maryland Department of Commerce We truly appreciate your participation and support, which have made an event of this scale possible. Your commitment to fostering growth and innovation is invaluable. Join us on October 30 to hear from expert speakers tackling essential questions, including: How AI will shape the future of cybersecurity and GovCon Insights from CEOs on what they wish they knew pre- and post-sale Why tech executives may not be buying your products or services This is also a fantastic chance to network with leaders in the field and connect with select vendors!

Join us for the Business Growth and Innovation Summit, “Why Didn’t I Know That?” This is a fantastic opportunity to dive into government contracting and cybersecurity! https://lnkd.in/e-jrGnDv Hear from expert speakers as they tackle your questions: How AI will shape the future of cybersecurity and GovCon Insights from CEOs on what they wish they knew pre- and post-sale Why tech executives may not be buying your products or services Plus, network with leaders in the field and connect with hand-selected vendors! Speakers include Gary Daigle, Realm One, Bruce Howard, Synergy, Laura Nelson, National Cryptologic Society, George Barnes, Red Cell Partners, John B., Anomali, Ken Kurz COPT. Don’t miss out—reserve your seat today! We can’t wait to see you there! P. S. Discount tickets are available on a limited basis. Find out if you qualify by sending a message!

We're happy to support this enlightening conference hosted by Howard County Chamber next Friday, October 18. See you there!

PANEL SPOTLIGHT: Join us for an exclusive panel discussion: "Why Didn't You Buy My Product? Expanding the Commercial Space." This session, part of our "Why Didn't I Know That?" summit, is designed to connect and inspire leaders like you through candid conversations and actionable insights. Our expert CEOs, John B. of Anomali and Ken Kurz of COPT Defense Properties will tackle your questions, providing invaluable perspectives on key topics. Don’t miss the chance to gain a backstage view into the experiences of seasoned executives and learn what it takes to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. Plus, you'll have ample opportunities to network with leading professionals in cybersecurity and GovCon. Join Cybersecurity Association, Inc. (formerly CAMI) for this can't-miss event, and equip yourself with the knowledge and connections to elevate your organization! #Leadership #Networking #Cybersecurity #GovCon #AI #ExecutiveInsights #PanelDiscussion