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Testimonials

Discover what attendees and sponsors have to say about their transformative experiences at Mindfluence Cybersecurity Forums!

Derek Milroy

Derek Milroy

Security Architect

Mindfluence is always time well spent. The format leads to real data exchange. (2024 Lake Geneva) You always get items to immediately put to use upon your return to work from every Mindfluence event. Actionable knowledge, every time. (2024 Rosemont)

Eric Kierstead

Eric Kierstead

Chief Technology Officer

Mindfluence conferences are unlike any other conferences I've attended. Rather than creating a cattle call, they keep the attendee list short and create a highly immersive experience. The format is fun, and is designed to promote dialogue and to keep attendees engaged. I look forward to participating in many more Mindfluence events!!

Ron Zochalski

Ron Zochalski

CTO & CISO

I have attended Mindfluence events for three years now and feel this is truly an amazing group of cybersecurity professionals who desire to attend these events to learn and share. It's almost like family! (2024 Lake Geneva) Very informative and collaborative event! Real issues were able to be shared! A learning event! (2024 Rosemont)

Raphael Savastano

Raphael Savastano

CIO

I attended the AI Cybersecurity Leadership Forum organized by Mindfluence in Rosemont, IL, and found it immensely valuable. The event brought together a diverse group of experts for important discussions on AI and cybersecurity. My sincere thanks to the Mindfluence team for creating this unique platform that facilitated meaningful interactions and knowledge sharing among professionals who might not otherwise cross paths. (2024 Rosemont)

Dhawal A. Thakker

Dhawal A. Thakker

Principal - Cyber & Privacy Risk

Great event to meet cyber professionals in a relaxed non rushed environment. Thanks Gina and Mindfluence team for inviting.

Cassie Crossley

Cassie Crossley

VP, Supply Chain Security

MindFluence events provide a great opportunity to spend quality time with my peers and industry vendors. It really forges new bonds and offers great ideas to bring back to my organization.

Al Ghous

Al Ghous

CISO

Mindfluence events are highly informative and one-of-a-kind with its unique format. Every event I attend, I take back vast amount of knowledge while sharing my own experiences with my peers.

Colin Anderson

Colin Anderson

CISO

Where security leaders cut through the noise, share what actually works, and build relationships that matter

BG Badriprasad

BG Badriprasad

Chief Security Architect

Mindfluence events, a nice way to influence and encourage collaboration of security minds.

Greg Bee

Greg Bee

CISO

Great setting and relevant topics, worth the time spent. (2024 Lake Geneva) Mindfluence puts together the most practical CISO conferences where CISOs truly talk about challenges and solutions in a collaborative environment.

Fred Kwong

Fred Kwong

CISO

Mindfluence is a great way to meet new folks in the field and learn from the community at large. (2024 Rosemont)

Victor Hsiang

Victor Hsiang

CISO

An intimate conference where you can meet and socialize with your CISO peers and partners. The topics and sessions are not all related to Security which makes the conference more interesting and interactive. (Lake Geneva 2024) Presenters were top and had great differing topics. The venue was great as well the refreshments. You will walk away immediately with ideas as well as peer contacts that will help you excel in your profession. Definitely would attend again. Save the date and make sure you attend the next Mindfluence AI Conference. (Rosemont 2026) Mindfluence Napa was a beautiful place where interesting sessions and meaningful conversations flowed as naturally as the wine, leaving me feeling truly refreshed. (Napa 2026)

Amit Gambhir

Amit Gambhir

Sr. Manager - Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance

Great format, panel discussions were awesome. Overall, great experience!

Ravi Gaddamanagu

Ravi Gaddamanagu

Sr Manager - Cybersecurity and Disaster Recovery

Learning and sharing with cybersecurity experts from various industries and in a very friendly setup.

Sam Monasteri

Sam Monasteri

CISO

My first time attending the Mindfluence Cybersecurity Forum, it was definitely a great experience. I plan to attend many more.

Matt Goodacre

Matt Goodacre

Security Analyst

As an AI, I may not attend events, it's clear that this one was a success! The vibrant energy of the people, the openness of the conversations, and the vendor experience all stood out. With a venue and staff that is 'positively amazing,' it seems like everything came together beautifully. - GPT

John Kellerhals

John Kellerhals

President

Mindfluence is a must attend event!

Sangram Dash

Sangram Dash

CISO and VI IT

Thank you for creating this opportunity to learn from my peers and leveraging the collective knowledge.

Piyoush Sharma

Piyoush Sharma

Head of Data & Product Security

Great fun! Mindfluence - where great minds come together.

Rohit Parchuri

Rohit Parchuri

CISO

I had an amazing time with Gina and other attendees at the Mindfluence event in Napa. I liked the schedule for this event, which catered to our collective needs as Cyber and technology practitioners at the current time. Panels and discussion topics were crafted with quality and finesse in mind, and thanks to Gina and the team for making this happen. I personally learned quite a few things both during the formal & informal sessions. It was fun, engaging and entertaining event, thanks for making me a part of it.

Stevie Rhim

Stevie Rhim

Head of Product Development and Marketing

This was my first Mindfluence event which was very well organized and provided an invaluable means by which IT professionals can upskill themselves on latest trends, technologies, and hot topics within the digital space of data security. Furthermore, the networking value-add is something that no IT professional should miss, regardless of the industry vertical represented.

Chris Pfoutz

Chris Pfoutz

Director, Product Security

Mindfluence is one of the few events where you truly are networking and learning from your peers.  Most discussions are open forum and allow input from a diverse braintrust of people.  (2024 Lake Geneva) Thank you for facilitating such a fantastic gathering. I met a lot of new people that I hope to continue in my network for years to come. I also enjoyed both participating in and listening to the panel discussions throughout. I’ll have this on my calendar for next year for sure.

Ralston Simmons

Ralston Simmons

Director of Information Security

Mindfluence events are a great opportunity to share with colleagues in a meaningful way. Thanks Gina for consistently engaging events! (2024 Rosemont)

Bob Zinga

Bob Zinga

Information Warfare Commanding Officer

I found the Mindfluence Security Conference a great use of my time. It was great sharing about a subject I care a lot about and learning from my peers. More importantly, it was very beneficial to network with industry leaders and be exposed to security vendors in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jennifer Steffen

Jennifer Steffen

CISO

Mindfluence is a great way to connect with CISO peers

Vinay Narang

Vinay Narang

Information Security Manager

Great session organized by Gina. One of the few sessions where the audience was in the right number, spaced out sessions, good time for interactive discussions, retained information and relationship building amongst delegates and vendors.

Partha Dutta

Partha Dutta

Co-Founder

Mindfluence has done it once again - engaging and thoughtful conversations on multiple fronts in a friendly environment - well worth the time!!!

Ashish Garg

Ashish Garg

CISO

Mindfluence brings great quality events one after the other. The venues are amazing, the setting are relaxing that provide ample time for thought provoking panels and discussions with peers. I always get a lot out of these events and appreciate the entire team of Mindfluence for bringing such good topics for discussion. (Menlo 2024) One of the best events of the year, bar none! (Napa 2026)

Puneet Thapliyal

Puneet Thapliyal

Chief Information Security Officer

Mindlfuence bring together the best minds of our industry and creates a high energy and collaborative networking environment where everybody gets to learn the latest advances in technology and business.

Chirag Shah

Chirag Shah

Global Information Security Officer & DPO

Attending the AI Cyber Security Leadership event was an enlightening and impactful experience. The discussions and presentations were incredibly insightful, providing a deep dive into the intersection of artificial intelligence and security. I particularly appreciated the practical applications shared, demonstrating how AI technologies are being leveraged to detect and respond to cyber threats more effectively.

Hemam Muthyala

Hemam Muthyala

CSO, Head of Security

As a CISO, attending the Mindfluence Summit was an invaluable experience. The two days were packed with cutting-edge insights from top cybersecurity leaders, and the networking opportunities were unparalleled. The engaging sessions and interactive dinner created the perfect environment to exchange ideas, connect with peers, and discover innovative solutions from some of the industry's most promising startups. It’s a must-attend event for anyone serious about staying ahead in cybersecurity.

Rohit Jain

Rohit Jain

VP/CIO

I loved the insightful discussions and the building of great relationships.

Sakthiswaran Rangaraju

Sakthiswaran Rangaraju

Product Security Leader

Mindfluence CISO/Executive Leadership Event brought together industry leaders for real talk on leadership, innovation, and resilience. The insights were game-changing—especially the fireside chats and peer networking. Easily one of the most valuable cybersecurity event I’ve attended. I left energized, informed, and more connected than ever.

Ivan Stojkovic

Ivan Stojkovic

Sr Research Scientist

Learned exciting insights, and met wonderful people!

Monica Gasparrini

Monica Gasparrini

Manager - Content Analysis and Knowledge Engineer

Very interesting people and speakers. Gina did an amazing job in organizing this, you can see her personal touch and care in all aspects of the conference. Her events stand out, I am looking forward to more: very impressive.

Mike Blake

Mike Blake

VP of IT

Great guidance with outstanding content, a good use of time and the networking is phenomenal.

Gaurav Sabharwal

Gaurav Sabharwal

Head of Enterprise Applications and Client Data Strategy

A memorable and insightful experience. Looking forward to more in the future!

Manny Thinakaran

Manny Thinakaran

Director of Security

The event was very much handcrafted to perfection with the right amount of discussion topics with ample time for networking. The content shared was very useful and it was great interacting with like minded CISOs, sharing pain-points and relevant solutions.(Napa 2024) It was great event, Gina! Nothing can match your energy of keeping things going during every event. I appreciate the efforts you all put into this to make it a great experience for every participant. It is also great to see how you change things up every year. (Napa 2025)

Joe Paul

Joe Paul

Director of Cybersecurity Compliance / Deputy CISO

Mindfluence is a small, intimate conference that delivers the content, networking opportunities, and educational value of much larger conferences without having to deal with large volumes of attendees. Definitely worth attending future events.

Bradley Schaufenbuel

Bradley Schaufenbuel

Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer

This was an incredibly valuable use of my time. I was able to bring several nuggets back with me to my day job. I will definitely attend again.

Michael Myint

Michael Myint

Vice President Information Security

I found the experience of networking and learning from practitioners in different parts of the country very insightful. There is definitely a different type of influence and cultural nuances from organizations in a particular local that shape experiences and lessons learned. Being able to get their perspectives helps for us to be more well-rounded and aware.

Andrew Young

Andrew Young

Senior Director - IT Security & Risk

An excellent, mix of valuable insights, technical discussion, fun and networking.

Sabrykrishnan Loganathan

Sabrykrishnan Loganathan

Director of Digital Solutions

Great minds at a great place to create a great future!

Maulik Shyani

Maulik Shyani

CEO

It's a well organized event with good content and networking!

Saikat Maiti

Saikat Maiti

Founder/CEO

The Menlo Park 2024 Mindfluence tech drop was an amazing experience as we got to connect with some of smartest and most innovative companies and their leaders. We got a sense of where the industry is headed and how AI is reshaping enterprise security. This is a absolute must attend for any leader who wants to quickly check in on the pulse of innovation in the valley!

Russ Walsh

Russ Walsh

Security Leader

I've been to many cybersecurity forums such as 1-day seminars, webinars and full-week events, but the Mindfluence event was one of the best 1-day seminars I've attended - fantastic topics, speakers, and vendors.

Saumya Vardhan

Saumya Vardhan

Director, Digital Transformation Office Leader

Attending the Mindfluence Conference was an absolute pleasure! This event was incredibly well-curated, combining thought-provoking industry topics with unique experiences that truly made it stand out. There’s no other conference where you can discuss the latest in security & tech, savor exquisite wines, enjoy fine dining, and cap it off with a round of golf to deepen connections. The personal touch Gina brings is exceptional, setting Mindfluence apart from any other networking event I have attended. Thank you!

Surendra Vishwakarma

Surendra Vishwakarma

Vice President Technology

Mindfluence brought together thought leaders sharing how AI is being adopted in their industry.

Anonymous

Anonymous

Attendee

Wonderful event that is right size and a great place to network! Delegates share the real issues, not the latest cyber marketing hype.

Anonymous

Anonymous

Attendee

I was not able to attend the event in it's entirety but the time I was there it was amazing. The discussions where on point and brought great value.

Dr. Gail Ferreira

Dr. Gail Ferreira

CEO

Amazing sessions and camaraderie! A must-attend event!

Arun Suresh

Arun Suresh

Director of Engineering and IT

Mindfluence Rosemont 2024 was an inspiring event that delivered invaluable insights and fostered meaningful connections. The dedication to excellence was evident throughout, making it an unforgettable experience. (2024 Rosemont)

Grant Ecker

Grant Ecker

Founder and Chairman

Great event! (2024 Rosemont)

Smiti Sharma

Smiti Sharma

Principal

Thanks for the opportunity to participate. It was wonderful to meet practitioners.

Richard Yang

Richard Yang

Head of Technology

Love the Mindfluence AI Cybersecurity Leadership. The events shared key info about cyber security and AI development and challenges across multiple industries. Great event to learn from others. Thank you Gina for hosting such a wonderful event. (2024 Rosemont)

Dawn Kristy

Dawn Kristy

Founder/Futurist AI & Cybersecurity

Mindfluence offered current topics presented by experts in a setting that encouraged delegates to contribute and network. I highly recommend it and plan to return. (2024 Rosemont)

Vivekanandhan Muthulingam

Vivekanandhan Muthulingam

Lead Architect

Attending the Mindfluence Cybersecurity Forum for the first time was truly a fantastic experience. Provide chances for networking, sharing knowledge, and exploring innovative methods to tackle cybersecurity challenges in the AI era. I'm looking forward to participating in many more in the future. (2024 Rosemont)

Anand Ramakrishnan

Anand Ramakrishnan

Director - Enterprise Architecture and Data Engineering

This was the first time I attended a Mindfluence conference. It was a day well spent. I was able to network with peers in the industry and learn as a result. I will keep coming back and back! (2024 Rosemont)

Andy Knauf

Andy Knauf

CIO

So much information packed into two fun days of learning and networking.

Shannon Johnson

Shannon Johnson

Sr Manager, Cyber Threat Intelligence

I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to attend the Mindfluence Conference. It was an inspiring experience filled with insightful sessions, innovative discussions, and meaningful connections. The size of the event allowed for deeper collaboration and networking, engaging conversations and genuine exchanges of ideas that truly enhanced the learning experience and left us with actionable insights to bring back to our teams.

Shitalkumar Patel

Shitalkumar Patel

Sr Director GRC

Cybersecurity event that left me feeling more informed and inspired about the future of cybersecurity. Mindfluence Rocks !! The speakers were knowledgeable industry experts who shared practical insights and real-world examples, making the sessions both engaging and informative. The fantastic networking opportunities allowed me to connect with like-minded professionals and discuss emerging trends and best practices.

Devin Ertel

Devin Ertel

CISO

It was a fun interactive event as always.

Steve Shelton

Steve Shelton

Chief Executive Officer

Mindfluence provides a relaxed and engaging experience for CISOs and their peers to network, learn from one another, and enjoy community. I highly recommend any cybersecurity leaders to experience these events.

Alan Nicholson

Alan Nicholson

Executive Advisor, Cybersecurity

Great job Gina, Todd, and entire Mindfluence team!

Renata Pozhidaeva

Renata Pozhidaeva

Director of Engineering

The event was outstanding in every aspect. The panels were highly informative, and I enjoyed meeting incredible people. The organization was seamless and well-executed.

Artecia Wilson

Artecia Wilson

Director Technology

Great experience meeting so many likeminded professionals!!

Gourav Nagar

Gourav Nagar

Director

Mindfluence Team, Thank you so much for organizing such a wonderful event. I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of it - from the insightful sessions to the engaging panel discussions. The food was excellent as well, and added greatly to the overall experience. Your attention to detail and careful planning were evident throughout, and I appreciate all the hard work you put into making this event such a success. Thank you again for this enriching experience.

Shawn Tuma

Shawn Tuma

Co-Chair, Cyber Data Privacy AI & Emerging Tech

Mindfluence was one of those wonderful experiences that managed to be deeply informative while still being a lot of fun. I came away inspired, better informed, and grateful for the opportunity to connect with such an engaging community.

Jonathan Chan

Jonathan Chan

Head of Global IT and Security

Mindfluence - influence great minds. Where visionary leaders unite to forge a secure and resilient economy.

Dušan Vuksanovic

Dušan Vuksanovic

CEO

Mindfluence was a great opportunity to connect and exchange with cybersecurity leaders. The event provided valuable insights and takeaways to bring back to our business.

Shali Goradia

Shali Goradia

Vice President, Product Management

Had a great time at the Mindfluence event — it was an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow industry leaders. The venue was top-notch, and the speakers delivered real insight and inspiration. Looking forward to the next one!

Notoane Russell

Notoane Russell

VP Enterprise Security Architecture

Great event to learn, network and help problem solve with local IT leaders who are currently or have tackled some of the ever evolving cybersecurity challenges.

Adam Marsh

Adam Marsh

Sr. Director of Cybersecurity Architecture and Identity

I found Mindfluence to be the most relevant event I had attended all year. The networking opportunities with my Milwaukee and Chicago peers was excellent and the content was dialed in on what senior cybersecurity leaders need.

Joel Heric

Joel Heric

Director of Network & Security

Thank you again for a wonderful event! Hands down one of the best security conferences I've been to. And I have been to a lot over the years. Great content, great speakers. Kudos!

Atira Nitto

Atira Nitto

VP of Goldman Sachs

Great speakers and sessions and very meaningful networking opportunities

Mike Anderson

Mike Anderson

Infrastructure and Security Manager

The smaller, intimate atmosphere led to a more meaningful experience.

Christopher Freeze

Christopher Freeze

Assistant Professor of the University of Oklahoma

Mindfluence brought together some of the leading executives in cybersecurity leadership positions. The discussions were forward-thinking, the presenters were outstanding, and the networking opportunities will have a lasting impact on my professional growth.

Jon Brickey

Jon Brickey

SVP & Cybersecurity Evangelist of Mastercard

I loved the intimate setting--far from the office--where we can connect and share lessons and best practices.

Dr. Tammie Hollis

Dr. Tammie Hollis

Director / Professor of Cybersecurity of Rose State College

This style of event was a refreshing change from larger conferences. Gina is exceptional at curating and delivering a valuable experience for all parties!

Cindy Heiner

Cindy Heiner

CISO at Aiden Technologies

Excellent content and fun attendees! This is a relaxed and educational conference that drives quality conversation and learning opportunities.

Anna Zapata

Anna Zapata

Information Security Manager at Natural Grocers

I had a wonderful time. I learned a lot. The vendors were kind and not intrusive. Really one of the best events for IT cyber leaders I have been to in a very long time. I hope to attend again. Thank you!

Elliott Lillard

Elliott Lillard

Cyber Identity Services Product Leader at Gallagher

On a scale of 1-10, how likely are you to attend another Mindfluence Event? 10! - Great day and wonderful event 🙂

Meagan Raley

Meagan Raley

Senior Director of Global Solutions Architects at Flashpoint

The Mindfluence Denver event was incredibly insightful and thought-provoking. I have continued the conversations had at the event with my colleagues and used them as discussion points in my ongoing interactions with others in the field.

Azeem Nizam

Azeem Nizam

CISO

The Mindfluence Annual Cybersecurity Forum in Napa was outstanding. The presentations were exceptionally informative, and the timeline was perfectly paced. The venue was excellent, and the casual, easy-going atmosphere created an ideal environment for networking. What truly made this event special was the quality of connections - meeting incredible new colleagues while reconnecting with industry peers. The afternoon activity break remains a key differentiator that sets Mindfluence apart. I highly recommend these events to any cybersecurity professional looking to learn and connect.

Meghan Keding

Meghan Keding

Red Canary

It was a great first event with Mindfluence, appreciate you letting Red Canary be a part of it!!

Lance Larivee

Lance Larivee

Illumio

It was a positive experience and I think the whole program was good. The low key networking part along with the interesting questions on the panels make this a great experience for all that attend.

Dave Lichter

Dave Lichter

Fortinet

Fantastic group of leaders attended Mindfluence! Great perspective on the ever-changing landscape in cyber security.

Connor Hughes

Connor Hughes

Red Canary

Mindfluence is a small group of security professionals sharing best practices and building relationships that will better protect the communities they serve. Anyone sharpening their security strategy, seeking to learn from top-tier professionals in the security world will benefit from attending.

John Strezo

John Strezo

Red Canary

Always one of my favorite events each year... always look forward to Mindfluence.

Jason Farmer

Jason Farmer

Illumio

Great opportunity to spend time with your peers both discussing common issues and challenges and getting to better know each other. I am already looking forward to next year.

Joe Vachon

Joe Vachon

BeyondTrust

Keep doing what you're doing. It was a terrific experience. Mindfluence is a rare gem.  If you wish to gain unique insight into and participate in the security concerns of today's landscape at the highest level, get yourself to this event. - Napa 2024

John Jacobs

John Jacobs

Fortinet

Great format. Busy, but not rushed. 1:1 thinned the crowd, but didn't empty the room. Panels are much better than speakers. Well done.

Mike Cobo

Mike Cobo

Saviynt

Well done. We will be going again next year, if invited.

David Diamont

David Diamont

BeyondTrust

Great food and networking! Great job Gina and Todd!

Carlos Munoz

Carlos Munoz

Cloudflare

Gina and Todd are the best hosts!

James King

James King

Red Canary

This is a one-of-a-kind event that provides vendors with the opportunity to engage with security executives, listen to thought-provoking panel discussions, and then engage in meaningful 1:1 discussions. (2024 Rosemont)

Steve Moscarelli

Steve Moscarelli

Illumio

Mindfluence differs from city and suburban events when people can come and go as they please. Being at a resort we were all locked in together for 2 great days like being on a cruise ship.

Shannon Lavoie

Shannon Lavoie

Partner

Gina brought together an incredibly valuable cohort of brainpower under one roof that will help move the needle across the board.

Tammy McMahon

Tammy McMahon

Tanium

Overall great first experience with Mindfluence and will be recommending future events to our team.

Jay Martinage

Jay Martinage

Immersive Labs

Really enjoyed the event. Great set of cyber professionals for us to connect with. Looking forward to the next one! - (Napa 2025) Mindfluence events are not only educational and informative, but they also build an awesome sense of community among security professionals. Attendees really lean into a day full of thoughtful and engaging speakers, which makes the day feel worth the time commitment. - (Denver 2025) Mindfluence Napa provides a unique opportunity to learn, network, and have fun with your peers. Respected thought-leaders fully open up and share their experiences in an effort to help other security leaders get better within their roles. (Napa 2026)

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