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ALIGN Phoenix

Arizona's Tenth Annual Converged Risk Forum

13 August 2026

Hyatt Regency Phoenix
122 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

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About ALIGN Phoenix

ALIGN Phoenix: The Tenth Annual Converged Risk Management Forum combines security thought leaders from the corporate, infosec and third party communities to improve operational efficiency and collaboration. Attend to learn from leading experts and make lasting business partnerships.

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Event Highlights for 2026

  • Networking

    13 August

    8am to 5pm

    Networking and Refreshment Area and Exhibition at the Hyatt Regency Phoenix

  • Keynote Presentations, Panel Discussions & Round Tables

    Main Conference

    13 August

    9am to 5pm

    From Heads of Corporate Security, CISOs & Architects and Third Party Partners

  • Pre-Conference MSS Focus Day at PhoenixNap

    Pre-Conference Focus Day Wednesday 12 August

    1pm to 5:30pm

    For MSPs, MSSPs, Architects & CISOs

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Partner with ALIGN Phoenix and reach industry leaders. Showcase your solutions and services to our leading corporate and information security risk professional community.

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2025 Speakers Included

  • Ryan Murray

    Deputy Director & State Chief Information Security Officer, State of Arizona

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  • Tim Roemer

    Chief Executive Officer, GMI

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  • Seema Patel

    Chief Information Security Officer, Maricopa County

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  • Lester Godsey

    Chief Information Security Officer, Arizona State University

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  • Dara Gibson

    President Arizona Infragard

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  • Frank Grimmelmann

    President & CEO ACTRA

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  • Steven Meincke

    Senior Corporate Security Manager, East and West Region, Nestlé USA

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  • Curtis Jones

    Deputy National Sector Chief - Commercial Facilities, Infragard National

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  • Brian Hill

    Head of Security Services, BLACKCLOAK

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  • Susan Walker

    Enterprise Physical Security, Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation

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  • Matus Mrocek

    Interim Director IT, Valley Metro RPTA

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  • Ian McClarty

    CEO, PhoenixNap

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  • Paul Wolf

    CISO, Tivity Health

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  • Dr Shalini Kesar

    Director of Masters Cybersecurity Programme, Southern Utah University

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  • Konst Mroncz

    Director IT Infrastructure & Operations, Altasciences

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  • Steven Weil

    Information Security Director, PointB

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  • David Cuevas

    Director Cybersecurity, Withheld

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  • Chris Lawrence

    Chief Information Security Officer, Withheld

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  • Christopher Burk

    Senior Cybersecurity Specialist, Southern California Edison (SCE)

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  • Chris Ichelson

    CEO, SOC 360

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  • Stephan Tallent

    Head of MSSP & GSI, Cyware

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Attend as a Delegate

$199.50

Join industry leaders for a full day of networking, keynote presentations, and panel discussions exploring the convergence of risk management and mitigation.

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Main Conference Venue

13 August

Event Hours
8am to 6pm

Explore The Venue:

Hyatt Regency Phoenix

122 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

PLEASE NOTE - the pre-conference MSS Forum on 12 August is at a completely different venue location (view here)

 

Ninth Annual Cyber Physical Convergence Forum

Previous 2025 Agenda

Hyatt Regency Phoenix Downtown

14 August 2025
☕ 08:00 AM
Coffee and Networking
🎤 09:00 AM
Opening Chairperson's Remarks
Richard Staynings, Chief Security Strategist, Cylera
👥 09:10 AM
Panel Discussion: How can tomorrow's CSO and CISO Harness the Power of Innovative Technology for Converged Security Success?
Moderated by: Dara Gibson, President Arizona Infragard
Seema Patel, Chief Information Security Officer, Maricopa County
Susan Walker, Enterprise Physical Security, Yuhaavitatam of San Manuel Nation
Gary Perkins, CISO, CISO Global
💼 09:40 AM
Partnerships Fortifying the Digital Footprint: Cybersecurity for High-Visibility Executives
Brian Hill, Head of Security Services, BlackCloak
🔒 10:10 AM
Critical Infrastructure: The Ultimate Security Convergence Model?
Moderated by: Richard Staynings, Chief Security Strategist, Cylera
Rhett Weddell, PMP, Security Mentor
Christopher Burk, Cybersecurity Senior Specialist, Southern California Edison (SCE)
Nick Danford, Area Sales Manager West, Axis Communications
☕ 10:40 AM
Coffee Break and Networking
⭐ 11:10 AM
Keynote Presentation
Ryan Murray, Chief Information Security Officer, State of Arizona
With Frank Grimmelmann, CEO & President, Arizona Cyber Threat Response Alliance (ACTRA)
🤖 11:40 AM
Uncovering the Super Architect of the Future and the 'AI Skillset'
Moderated by: Richard Staynings, Chief Security Strategist, Cylera
Paul Wolf, CISO, Tivity Health
Chris Law, CISO, Healthcare Industry
David Cuevas, Director of Cyber Security
Konst Mroncz, Director IT Infrastructure & Operations, Altasciences
Ryan Sidebottom, Sr Security Engineer, Milwaukee Tool
🎯 12:20 PM
Operationalizing Threat Intelligence: Are You Ready to Get Ahead of the Kill Chain?
Stephan Tallent, Head of MSSP & GSI, Cyware
👥 12:50 PM
Panel Discussion: Uncovering the MSSP and the Security Leader of the Future
Moderated by: Tim Roemer, CISO, GMI
Jason Hayek, Global Chief Information Security Officer and VP of IT Infrastructure, Alimentation Couche-Tard
Peter Ojum, Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect, Cyclotron
Nathan Taylor, Senior Director, Enterprise Solutions, Sourcepass
Steven Weil, Information Security Director, Point B
🍽️ 1:20 PM
Lunch Break & Networking
👨‍💼 2:10 PM
The 'Super' Engineer of the Future and the 'Super' Skillset
Moderated by: Shalini Kesar, Director of Masters Cyber Security Program, Southern Utah University
With Skylee Melling, Elisee Kaband, and Shazid Islam
✅ 2:40 PM
Compliance as Key to Security Convergence?
Moderated by: Richard Staynings, Chief Security Strategist, Cylera
Janet Hartkopf, Cyber Program Director, Basha High School
Jim Hinsey, Security Assurance and Advisory, Fortreum
Nathan Taylor, Senior Director, Enterprise Solutions, Sourcepass
⏸️ 3:20 PM
Short Break
💡 3:40 PM
Developing the Corporate Security Leader of the Future and the Essential Non Technical AI Skillset
Moderated by: Jason Veiock, CEO, Bearing
Christian West, Founder, EP Access
Brian Jantzen, Head of Strategic Engagement, AHNA Group
Jason Hamm, Manager Client Experiences, Stratoscope
Scot Walker, Co-Founder, Walker & Associates
Curtis Jones, Deputy National Sector Chief – Commercial Facilities, InfraGard National
🔐 4:20 PM
Discussion Panel: Uncovering the Link Between Protective Intelligence and AI
Moderated by: Chris Story, Head of Global Physical Security, Marvell Technology
Gene Traylor, CEO, 3P Protection Services
Alan Saquella, Assistant Professor, College of Business, Security & Intelligence, Embry-Riddle University
Brian Hill, Head of Security Services, BlackCloak
Victor Villalobos, Vice President Protective Service Manager, MUFG
🎬 4:50 PM
Closing Remarks
Richard Staynings, Chief Security Strategist, Cylera

Attend as a Delegate

$199.50

Join industry leaders for a full day of networking, keynote presentations, and panel discussions exploring the convergence of risk management and mitigation.

Register Now