SheLeadsTech: Sip & Cyber Social

When:  Mar 20, 2025 from 18:00 to 20:30 (CT)
Associated with  Milwaukee Chapter

Event Overview:
This event will bring together women working in technology and cybersecurity fields for a relaxed and social evening at Scout Wine Merchants in Shorewood, WI. Attendees will have the opportunity to network, discuss the latest in cybersecurity, share career experiences, and unwind with wine in a welcoming environment.


Event Details:

  • Date & Time:
    Thursday, March 20th
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Venue:
    Scout Wine Merchants
    4512 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood, WI

  • Target Audience:
    Women in Technology & Cybersecurity (Professionals, Students, and Enthusiasts) 

  • Event Format:
    Casual Networking, Cybersecurity Discussions, Wine Tasting


Event Agenda:

6:00 PM – 6:15 PM: Arrival & Check-In

  • Guests arrive and check-in at the door with a name tag 
  • Attendees will be given a glass of wine as they enter, with a quick introduction to the evening's agenda 
  • Icebreaker activity: Cybersecurity trivia or a fun "Guess the Cyber Term" game

6:15 PM – 6:30 PM: Introduction & Welcome Remarks

  • Welcome Note/speech by the event organizer or a local woman tech leader
  • Brief introduction to Scout Wine Merchants
  • Overview of the cyber focus of the event, encouraging discussions on current trends in cybersecurity, women’s roles in tech, and career advancement
  • Opening of the floor for informal introductions (attendees share what they do in tech and cybersecurity)

6:30 PM – 7:00 PM: Cybersecurity Spotlight Presentation

  • A short, informal talk or demo focused on a trending topic in cybersecurity
    • Presentation by a local female cybersecurity expert or guest speaker

7:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Wine Tasting & Networking 

  • A guided wine tasting by a wine connoisseur if time permits 
  • Attendees have the opportunity to network in small groups, sharing insights and discussing current issues in cybersecurity
  • Optional: Each table could have a topic card with a cybersecurity question or theme to get the conversation started

7:30 PM – 7:45 PM: Closing Remarks

  • A thank-you speech by the event organizer
  • Announcement of any upcoming women-in-tech or cybersecurity events in the area
  • Group photo to capture the event, with participants’ 
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