Exhibitor, vendor, and sponsor check-in starts at 7:30 a.m.

Attendee check-in starts at 8 a.m.

A continental breakfast will be served from 8-9 a.m. the perfect opportunity to network and talk with your fellow attendees and cybersecurity aficionados.

Welcome to the morning and introduction to the summit from CIO, Andrew Holmes.

Keynote Speaker: Brett Leatherman, FBI Cyber Division - Assistant Director

10-minute break. Visit the Student Center website for building maps and amenities.

Ballroom A/B
Cybersecurity Foundations & Futures (student pathway)
TBD

Room 2207
Everyday Cyber Safety (consumer/end-user pathway)
TBD

Room 2211
Leadership in Cybersecurity Strategy (professional pathway)
TBD

Room 2213
Cyber Defense & Innovation (tech pathway)
TBD

Room 3205
Special Topics or Vendor Connect
TBD

Grab a boxed lunch and explore the campus. Or, just grab your boxed lunch and hang out around the Student Center with your fellow cybersecurity enthusiasts.

Welcome to the afternoon from CIO, Andrew Holmes.

Speaker/Session: TBD

10-minute break. Visit the Student Center website for building maps and amenities.

Speaker/Session: TBD

10-minute break. Visit the Student Center website for building maps and amenities.

Speaker/Session: TBD

10-minute break. Visit the Student Center website for building maps and amenities.

Closing remarks and wrap-up from CIO, Andrew Holmes.

An innovative, collaborative team builder and complex problem solver with more than 20 years of higher education administration and executive leadership experience. Relentless culture mechanic and proponent for positive, progressive change. Deeply values transparency and transformative thinking. Constantly seeks opportunities to empower people and teams to develop their talents and creativity, and utilize their experiences, diverse perspectives, and knowledge.

Brett Leatherman is the Assistant Director of the FBI’s Cyber Division. Under Presidential Policy Directive 41, the FBI is the lead cyber threat response agency for the United States Government, and in this role, Mr. Leatherman serves as the senior executive managing the FBI’s strategy to impose cost on some of the most sophisticated cyber adversaries targeting US interests. Prior to this role, Mr. Leatherman held several key leadership roles within Cyber Division and the Dallas Division. Mr. Leatherman entered on duty as an FBI Special Agent in 2003. He first served in the Cleveland and Detroit Field Offices, while also serving as an FBI pilot and hostage negotiator. He graduated from Cornerstone University with a degree in Computer Information Systems and received a master’s degree in Cybersecurity Risk Management from Georgetown University. Mr. Leatherman holds several widely recognized cyber certifications and speaks domestically and internationally on emerging national security and cyber threats.

A dynamic cybersecurity education innovator bridging security theory with practical application for all digital citizens. Transforms complex security concepts into engaging learning experiences that resonate across technical and non-technical audiences. Combines CISSP expertise with storytelling skills to make human elements central to security awareness. Passionate about empowering students, educators, and professionals through collaborative approaches that build stronger security cultures and communities.

Eric is a Senior Security Solutions Engineer at Resilience. He has 15 years of industry experience helping defend public universities against cyberthreats, starting in endpoint security and then moving to vulnerability management. He is currently focused on new security technologies and is an avid IOT tinkerer.

As a multidisciplinary leader in the field of Information Security, Tim O’Connor assists organizations, employees, and individuals in aligning their business processes with risk through practical policies, frameworks, presentations, seminars, and customized events like tabletop exercises and assessments.

He is passionate about addressing human factor information security risks and mitigations, conducting risk assessments, promoting security maturity growth, and facilitating business continuity planning (BCP) CBCI.

With over 25 years of experience in advanced cybersecurity (IS), Information Technology (IT) planning/implementation, networking, risk assessments, security awareness programs, gap analysis, and compliance auditing/assessment, he brings extensive expertise to the table.

He heads up Cadre Information Security’s knowledge services overseeing consulting, managing the Trusted Advisor (vCISO) practice, and cybersecurity training program development. He designs and implements risk assessments and security awareness programs that safeguard critical business information and information systems while aligning security measures with business processes.

Tim has authored over a dozen books, and technical courseware, has written for a number of publications, and is certified as a commercial rotorcraft pilot and flight instructor. His principal hobbies include antique motorcycles, astrophotography, mentalism, and doing science outreach.

The Michigan Cyber Command Center (MC3) investigates the criminal aspect of network intrusions for cyber incidents involving Michigan businesses, non-profit organizations, and public entities -- including those incidents related to ransomware, phishing, business email compromises (BEC), and malicious insiders.  MC3 also assists other law enforcement agencies with forensic services for similar investigations.  In addition, the MC3 provides cybersecurity education and shares cybersecurity information with the public. 

The Bronco Cybersecurity Club stands as a vibrant community, uniting individuals with a common passion for cybersecurity. Our doors are open wide, welcoming enthusiasts from every academic avenue. Here, whether you're majoring in computer science or marketing, your presence is not just welcomed – it's celebrated. Join us, and together we'll unravel the captivating mysteries of cybersecurity.

The Business Analytics and Information Technology (BAIT) association strives to educate students on the importance of technology within the business world. We focus on how technology affects every industry, and we provide opportunities for networking, professional development, and social events.

Western Research Advisory for Vulnerabilities, Exploits, & Networks is committed to advancing the field of cybersecurity through research, collaboration, and education. Our mission is to cultivate a community where students can develop technical skills, exchange knowledge, work towards industry certifications, and engage in impactful projects focused on vulnerabilities, exploits, and networks. Whether you're an experienced professional or just beginning to explore cybersecurity, WRAVEN provides a welcoming environment for learning, contributing, and networking.