Rising In Cyber: Real Stories from Women Leaders (2026 SheLeadsTech Breakfast)

When:  Jun 5, 2026 from 07:30 to 11:00 (ET)
Associated with  South Florida Chapter

Rising In Cyber: Real Stories from Women Leaders

An inside look at how women in cybersecurity rose through the ranks—sharing the pivotal moves, challenges, and support systems that shaped their path to leadership.
Join ISACA South Florida for an inspiring morning focused on elevating women in cybersecurity and technology leadership for connection and candid conversation at the She Leads Tech Women’s Cyber Breakfast. 💜

Under the theme “Rising in Cyber: Real Stories from Women Leaders,” this exclusive gathering will bring together women leaders across the cybersecurity ecosystem to share the real stories behind their career journeys, from navigating challenges and overcoming barriers to making pivotal career moves and building relationships that helped shape their success.

Sponsored by Adaptive Security(opens in a new tab), attendees will experience meaningful networking, thought-provoking discussions, and intimate fireside conversations over a deliciously and healthy breakfast with accomplished women in cybersecurity leadership, offering valuable insight into the evolving path to leadership in today’s cyber landscape.

The Morning Will Feature:

🔹networking over breakfast

🔹keynote remarks

🔹interactive table discussions

🔹fireside chats with industry leaders

🔹opportunities to build lasting professional connections

🔹 and some more surprises in store!

Meet Our Keynote Speaker:

🎤 (opens in a new tab)Janet Heins(opens in a new tab) | Chief Information Security Officer @ ChenMed

Intimate Fireside Chats With:

🎤 Nicole Darden Ford(opens in a new tab) | VP & CSO @ Microsoft

🎤 Michelle Garcia(opens in a new tab) | Business Information Security Officer @ Carnival Corp.

🎤 Silka Gonzalez(opens in a new tab) | Owner & IT Executive @ ERMProtect

We'll also hear from:

Dr. Natalie Foster Johnson(opens in a new tab) | President, Cyversity South Florida

Hayli Marquette(opens in a new tab) | Senior Account Executive @ Adaptive Security

You don't want to miss this event. We have engaging fun activities, interesting speakers, and even fun surprises in store for you!! A portion of all proceeds will support Cyversity South Florida! 

Location

Boca Raton Innovation Campus
5000 T Rex Avenue
Boca Raton, FL 33431
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