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CEO, AKnowledge Partners and Board member, Banco Santander
Dr. Homaira Akbari was appointed to serve on Santadar’s Board of Directors as of January 2020. Dr. Akbari will serve on the Company’s Risk Committee and Regulatory and Compliance Oversight Committee. Dr. Akbari is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer of AKnowledge Partners, LLC, a global advisory firm providing high-impact consultative strategies and advice to Fortune 1000 companies and private equity firms in the sectors of The Internet of Things (“IoT”), Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence and analytics. She is currently an advisor for the Board of WorkFusion, the leading provider of intelligent automation software. Dr. Akbari also serves on the Board of Directors of Landstar System, Inc., a transportation logistics company listed on NASDAQ, Banco Santander, S.A., a company incorporated in Spain and listed on the BME Madrid that is the sole shareholder of Santander Holdings, Inc., the majority shareholder of the Company, Temenos AG, a publicly traded software enterprise and US Pack Holdings, a private company in last mile transportation. From 2007 to 2012, Dr. Akbari was the President and Chief Executive Officer of SkyBitz, Inc., a leading provider of IoT asset tracking and security solutions specializing in real-time decision-making tools for companies with unpowered assets such as truck trailing equipment, intermodal containers and rail cars. Prior to her service with SkyBitz, Dr. Akbari held executive positions at Microsoft Corporation, Thales Group, TruePosition, Inc., a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation, and Cambridge Strategic Management Group. Dr. Akbari holds a Ph.D. in particle physics from Tufts University and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business. She served as the Chair of the Johns Hopkins University Physics and Astronomy Advisory Council, and is currently a member of Business Board of Advisors for Tepper School of Business. Previously, Dr. Akbari served on the board of directors of several public companies including Gemalto N.V., Veolia S.A. and Covisint Corporation, a company formerly listed on the NASDAQ.
Monday, 2/7
1:00 – 1:45 pm ET
Executing a Forward-Looking Approach to Emerging Technologies Opportunities and Risks
Blockchain, IoT, 5G and other rapidly changing technologies provide immense opportunities and sometimes immeasurable exposures to their organizations. Adopting new technologies is not optional. But how you prepare for their impact can distinguish you from your competitors. Learn how boards and CIOs/CISOs can work together to see around corners, incorporate risk considerations into their strategic decisions, and use new data to their advantage.
Chief Information Security Officer, Graphic Packaging International
Michael Cunningham is a global leader with 20 years of dedicated Cyber Security experience, with a cumulation total of $220M in cyber security investments, inclusive to four Fortune 50 organizations. Michael is currently serving as the Chief Information Security Officer of Graphic Packaging, a leading firm providing paperboard and paper-based packaging to some of the works most recognized brands products to consumer goods. Michael has a Bachelor of Science Degree from Capella University and Penn State University, with an emphasis on Law, Information Assurance and Cyber Security; and he possess his CISM, CRISC and CIPP US/EU. As a global change agent, he has been directly responsible for the design and architecture of a wide range of cyber security solutions and data breach response.
Monday, 2/7
2:50 – 3:30 pm ET
CISOs Speak: Creating a Cyber-Aware Culture
As disruption has become the norm, board conversations have turned from guarding against cyber-attacks to becoming more resilient in the face of them. This session will explore the human factor within organizations to build a cyber-resilient culture – and, in particular, how board oversight can enable this effort. Veteran security executives will share tips to help you define your organization’s cyber risk appetite and ensure the company is organized appropriately to address these risks.
Global Chief Privacy Officer, BNP Paribas
Ramy Houssaini is the Chief Cyber and Technology Risk Officer and Group Data Protection Officer for BNP Paribas. He is an internationally recognized executive with a unique background in Cyber Security, Data Privacy, Operational Risk Management, and Technology. He has extensive global experience in the Financial Services, Consumers Goods, Telecom, and Healthcare industries.
He has joined BNP Paribas in May 2017 to set up and lead a Technology Risk team covering all aspects of Information, Communication, and Technology Risks globally. In February 2018, he was also appointed as the Group’s Data Protection Officer to build and orchestrate a global network of Data Protection Officers and Chief Privacy Officers in compliance with GDPR and other international privacy regulations. He is a member of the RISK Executive Board at BNP Paribas.
Prior to his current role, Ramy served as the Vice President of British Telecom in Europe, the Regional Head of the Cyber Practice for Accenture, and as the Vice President for Information Security at Visa. He is an active member of several industry boards and forums with a focus on Operational Resilience, Data Privacy, and Cyber Security. He also served on the Risk and Compliance Committee of the Board of a California-based healthcare company and the advisory board of several startups focusing on optimizing technology and operational risks.
Ramy earned a bachelor’s degree in electrical and computer engineering from McGill University, a Masters of Science from the McCormick School of engineering at Northwestern University, and a Masters in Business Administration from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University.
Monday, 2/7
1:00 – 1:45 pm ET
Executing a Forward-Looking Approach to Emerging Technologies Opportunities and Risks
Blockchain, IoT, 5G and other rapidly changing technologies provide immense opportunities and sometimes immeasurable exposures to their organizations. Adopting new technologies is not optional. But how you prepare for their impact can distinguish you from your competitors. Learn how boards and CIOs/CISOs can work together to see around corners, incorporate risk considerations into their strategic decisions, and use new data to their advantage.
President & CEO, The DCRO Institute
David R. Koenig is the award-winning author of Governance Reimagined: Organizational Design, Risk, and Value Creation and The Board Member’s Guide to Risk. He has served on both for-profit and non-profit boards and as a chief executive officer. He created corporate risk management programs at three different companies and has managed complex financial portfolios in excess of tens of billions of dollars in size. He is the President and CEO of The DCRO Institute, serves on the advisory board of the Center for Advancing Corporate Performance, the editorial board of the Journal of Risk Management in Financial Institutions, is the founder of the Directors and Chief Risk Officers group (the DCRO), and is a co-founder of the Professional Risk Managers International Association (PRMIA).
Monday, 2/7
1:00 – 1:45 pm ET
Executing a Forward-Looking Approach to Emerging Technologies Opportunities and Risks
Blockchain, IoT, 5G and other rapidly changing technologies provide immense opportunities and sometimes immeasurable exposures to their organizations. Adopting new technologies is not optional. But how you prepare for their impact can distinguish you from your competitors. Learn how boards and CIOs/CISOs can work together to see around corners, incorporate risk considerations into their strategic decisions, and use new data to their advantage.
Cyber Practice Leader, Marsh Specialty
Tom Reagan is the Cyber Practice Leader within the Financial and Professional Liability (FINPRO) Practice of Marsh Specialty. In this role, Tom oversees client advisory and placement services for cyber risk throughout the US and Canada. In addition to his management responsibilities, Tom also serves as the senior cyber advisor for some of Marsh’s largest clients. Tom joined Marsh in 2014. He began his career in the technology industry as an expert on security and service delivery. In 2003, he joined American International Group (AIG), where he managed professional liability underwriting for AIG’s largest clients in the US and Canada. Tom also led the development of new professional liability products and services for AIG. Later, Tom joined Beazley, a global specialty insurance carrier, where he led marketing and strategy for Beazley’s cyber insurance division. Tom holds a bachelor’s degree in history and business economics from Brown University and an MBA from Columbia Business School and London Business School.
Monday, 2/7
2:00 – 2:45 pm ET
All Eyes on the Board: How to Reduce Your Financial Exposure to Cyber Risk
From operational disruption to shareholder lawsuits to stock devaluation to customer loss, cyber breaches have caused major financial loss for many companies. Many organizations are undertaking Cyber Risk Quantification efforts as a way of managing their financial exposure. How should boards evaluate these initiatives? Who should be involved? This panel will explore how these exercises may impact program investment decisions, including cyber insurance investments, so you can better manage cyber risk within your organization’s overall risk appetite.
VP Analyst, Cyber Risk Group, Moody’s
As a member of the Cyber Risk team Lesley is responsible for researching and publishing credit relevant cybersecurity reports in collaboration with the broader Moody’s analytical community. Although her role supports all industry groups Moody’s covers, Ms. Ritter is particularly interested in industrial control systems’ cybersecurity and has been a regular speaker on this topic at a number of ICS cyber conferences. Prior to joining the Cyber Risk Group, Ms. Ritter was a lead credit analyst in the Public Power and Infrastructure team where she covered a portfolio of US-based regulated electric and gas utilities as well as natural gas pipeline companies. Ms. Ritter completed her credit training at GE Energy Financial Services where she was an associate in the origination team covering the global power, midstream, and oil and gas space. Ms. Ritter holds a Bachelors in Economics from Union College and a Masters in Finance and Energy Policy from Columbia University.
Monday, 2/7
2:00 – 2:45 pm ET
All Eyes on the Board: How to Reduce Your Financial Exposure to Cyber Risk
From operational disruption to shareholder lawsuits to stock devaluation to customer loss, cyber breaches have caused major financial loss for many companies. Many organizations are undertaking Cyber Risk Quantification efforts as a way of managing their financial exposure. How should boards evaluate these initiatives? Who should be involved? This panel will explore how these exercises may impact program investment decisions, including cyber insurance investments, so you can better manage cyber risk within your organization’s overall risk appetite.
Chief Security Officer, Robinhood
Caleb currently serves as Chief Security Officer at Robinhood where he focuses on keeping customers safe. Prior to Robinhood he was VP of Information Security at Databricks a leading data analytics and machine learning company where he has built the security team from the ground up. Previously he was a Managing VP at CapitalOne, where he spearheaded many of their security initiatives. Prior to CapitalOne, Caleb founded SPI Dynamics and BlueBox security, which were acquired by HP and Lookout. He is attributed as one of the pioneers of application security and holds multiple patents in the space and is also the author of Web Hacking Exposed. He serves as an advisor, investor, and board member for security companies.
Monday, 2/7
2:50 – 3:30 pm ET
CISOs Speak: Creating a Cyber-Aware Culture
As disruption has become the norm, board and C-Suite conversations have turned from guarding against cyber-attacks to becoming more resilient in the face of them. From building a robust incident response plan to building a cyber-aware culture and training your employees, veteran security executives will share tips to help you futureproof your cybersecurity approach.
Chief Risk Officer, BitSight
Derek Vadala is the Chief Risk Officer at BitSight where he leads a team that is focused on creating an automated Cyber Risk Quantification solution that enables CISOs to better communicate cyber risk to Boards of Directors and senior business executives. Before joining BitSight, Mr. Vadala was the CEO and founder of VisibleRisk, a joint venture between Moody’s Corporation and Team8, which was acquired by BitSight in 2021. Prior to that, Mr. Vadala was the Global Head of Cyber Risk for Moody’s Investors Service, responsible for developing capabilities for evaluating cyber risk and incorporating those capabilities into credit analysis. Mr. Vadala also previously served as the Chief Information Security Officer for Moody’s Corporation from 2013-2018, where he was responsible for global information risk and security across Moody’s businesses worldwide.
Monday, 2/7
2:00 – 2:45 pm ET
All Eyes on the Board: How to Reduce Your Financial Exposure to Cyber Risk
From operational disruption to shareholder lawsuits to stock devaluation to customer loss, cyber breaches have caused major financial loss for many companies. Many organizations are undertaking Cyber Risk Quantification efforts as a way of managing their financial exposure. How should boards evaluate these initiatives? Who should be involved? This panel will explore how these exercises may impact program investment decisions, including cyber insurance investments, so you can better manage cyber risk within your organization’s overall risk appetite.
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