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The CISO of the Year Committee and the Chicago Chapters of AITP, ChicagoFIRST, InfraGard, ISSA, ISACA, PAABC, WiCyS and SIM are excited to welcome you to our 1st In-Person Mixer of 2024.
The purpose of the CISO of the Year program is to recognize the top CISOs in the greater Chicago area and provide a higher level of awareness and recognition to the CISO (or equivalent in authority) position.
Join us for the first of four events leading up to the Awards Breakfast of October 15th. The four events are Private, intended to support CISO’s and their direct reports, 2024 CISO Nominees, the Program Judges, our CISO Program Sponsors and delegates from esteemed industry partners-AITP, ChicagoFIRST. Infragard, ISSA, ISACA, PAABC, WiCyS and SIM.
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This is a great opportunity to recognize the exceptional talent we have in the Chicago Region, to network with security professionals and to meet the candidates and judges for the 2024 CISO of the Year Program. Great Food and Drink Too.
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Prior CISO of the Year Award Winners:
2023 - CISO of the Year, ENTERPRISE, Darin Hurd, CISO, Guaranteed Rate 2023 - CISO of the Year, MID-CAP, Neil Witek, CISO, Oak Street Health
2022 - CISO of the Year, ENTERPRISE, Mahmood Khan, SVP and CISO, CNA 2022 - CISO of the Year, MIDCAP, Walter Lefmann, Director of Security, Chicago Trading Corporation
2021 - CISO of the Year, Ricardo LaFosse, CISO, The Kraft Heinz Company
2020 - CISO of the Year, Paige Adams, Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the Zurich Insurance Company Ltd
2019 - CISO of the Year, Jill Rhodes, CISO, Option Care Health
2018 - CISO of the Year, Bradley Schaufenbuel, VP & Chief Information Security Officer, Paylocity
2017 - CISO of the Year, Erik Decker, Chief Security & Privacy Officer, University of Chicago Medicine
2016 - CISO of the Year, Todd Fitzgerald, CISO, Grant Thornton International Ltd
2015 - CISO of the Year, Kevin Novak, CISO and Technology Risk Officer for Northern Trust Bank
2014 - CISO of the Year, Arian McMillan, CISO, Deparartment of Innovation and Technology, City of Chicago
2013 - CISO of the Year, Jason Witty, SVP & CISO, US Bank.
Please Thank Our 2024 Program Sponsors:
You're Invited to an Informational In-Person BI SIG Roundtable (see below for registration)
A great opportunity to network with your peers!
Location: Arlington Heights Library - 500 N Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 (Note: Only a few blocks from the Metra station - 45 W Northwest Hwy)
The AITP BI Special Interest Group (SIG) Spring session, led by SIG chair Kevin O'Connor, welcomes professionals, enthusiasts, and newcomers alike to dive into the latest trends in business intelligence (BI). This discussion will not only highlight the current state and future directions of business intelligence but also address the practical aspects of implementing these trends in real-world scenarios. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this forum is a prime opportunity to enrich your understanding, connect with peers, and contribute to the evolving field of BI. Join us to share your experiences, learn from others, and stay ahead in the fast-paced world of business intelligence.
Topic: Business Intelligence Trends for 2024
The CISO of the Year Committee and the Chicago Chapters of AITP, ChicagoFIRST, InfraGard, ISSA, ISACA, ISSA, PAABC, WiCyS and SIM are excited to welcome you to our 2nd In-Person Mixer of 2024.
Join us for the 2nd of four events leading up to the Awards Breakfast of October 15th. The four events are Private, intended to support CISO’s and their direct reports, 2024 CISO Nominees, the Program Judges, our CISO Program Sponsors and delegates from esteemed industry partners-AITP, ChicagoFIRST, Infragard, ISSA, ISACA, PAABC, WiCyS and SIM (limit of up to 3 Board Members from each Industry Partner per event).
2023 - CISO of the Year, ENTERPRISE, Darin Hurd, CISO, Guaranteed Rate 2023 - CISO of the Year MID-CAP, Neil Witek, CISO, Oak Street Health
2022 - CISO of the Year, ENTERPRISE, Mahmood Khan, CISO, SVP& CISO, CNA 2022 - CISO of the Year MID-CAP, Walter Lefmann, Director of Security, Chicago Trading Corporation
The CISO of the Year Committee and the Chicago Chapters of AITP, ChicagoFIRST, InfraGard, ISSA, ISACA, PAABC, WiCyS and SIM are excited to welcome you back to our third In-Person Mixer of 2024.
Join us for the 3rd of four events leading up to the Awards Breakfast of October 15th. The events are Private, intended to support CISO’s and their direct reports, 2024 CISO Nominees, the Program Judges, our CISO Program Sponsors and delegates from esteemed industry partners-AITP, ChicagoFIRST, Infragard, ISSA, ISACA, PAABC, WiCyS and SIM. (limit of up to 3 Board Members from each Industry Partner per event).
This is a great opportunity to to recognize the exceptional talent we have in the Chicago Region, to network with security professionals and to meet the candidates and judges for the 2024 CISO of the Yea Program. Great Food and Drink Too!
2023 - CISO of the Year, ENTERPRISE, Darin Hurd, CISO, Guaranteed Rate 2023 - CISO of the Year, MID-CAP, Neil Witek, Oak Street Health
2021 - CISO of the Year, Ricardo LaFosse, CISO, Kraft Heinz Company
The CISO of the Year Committee and the Chicago Chapters of AITP, ChicagoFIRST, InfraGard, ISSA, ISACA, PAABC, WiCyS and SIM are excited to welcome you to our 4th In-Person Mixer of 2024.
Join us for the 4th of four events leading up to the Awards Breakfast of October 15th. The events are Private, intended to support CISO’s and their direct reports, 2024 CISO Nominees, the Program Judges, our CISO Program Sponsors and delegates from esteemed industry partners - AITP, ChicagoFIRST, Infragard, ISSA, ISACA, PAABC, WiCyS and SIM (limit of up to 3 Board Members from each Industry Partner per event).
This is a great opportunity to recognize the exceptional talent we have in the Chicago Region, to network with security professionals and to meet the candidates and judges for the 2024 CISO of the Year Program. Great Food and Drink Too!
2023 - CISO of the Year, Enterprise, Darin Hurd, CIO, Guaranteed Rate 2023 - CISO of the Year, MID-CAP, Neil Witek, Oak Street Health
The CISO of the Year Committee and the Chicago Chapters of AITP, ChicagoFirst, InfraGard, ISSA, ISACA, PAABC, WiSyS and SIM are excited to welcome you to our 2024 CISO of the Year Award Breakfast!
Join us for the culmination of the 2024 Awards Program on October 15th. The events are Private, intended to support CISO’s and their direct reports, 2024 CISO Nominees, the Program Judges, our CISO Program Sponsors and delegates from esteemed industry partners-AITP, Chicago FIRST, Infragard, ISSA, ISACA, PAABC, WiSys and SIM. (limit of up to 3 Board Members from each Industry Partner per event).
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This is a great opportunity to to recognize the exceptional talent we have in the Chicago Region, to network with security professionals and to meet the candidates and judges for the 2024 CISO of the Yea Program - and to congratulate the 2024 CISO of the Year Winners! Great Food and Drink Too!
2023 - ENTERPRISE, Darin Hurd, CISO, Guaranteed Rate 2023 - MID-CAP, Neil Witek, CISO, Oak Street Health
2022 - ENTERPRISE, Mahmood Khan, SVP & CISO, CNA Insurance 2022 - MID-CAP, Walter Lefmann, Director of Security, Chicago Trading Corporation
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