Speakers

Steve McNamara is a VP OT Security GTM at Zscaler.

Hitesh Chhabra is a Transformation Architect at Zscaler, specializing in modernizing enterprise security architecture through Zero Trust and cloud-native networking.

Priscilla Kosseim is CISO and CPO at Groupe Robert, leading cybersecurity, privacy, and AI governance. She partners with executives to align risk and resilience with business priorities in regulated environments.

Kevin Dreyer is a I.T. Director & CISO at Maple Reinders Group.

Goran Novkovic is an industrial cybersecurity and digital trust innovation advisor, specializing in critical infrastructure protection and supporting manufacturing sector in their transition toward more resilient and intelligent operations. He currently serves as Director of Industrial Cybersecurity at the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC).

Christian advances in designing, implementing, and managing security programs that protect sensitive business and customer information. He customizes security programs enabling the business needs of an organization while minimizing risk. His expertise in Technology Gouvernance, Information Security, Risk Management, and Machine Learning supports 3 business objectives: info security, stakeholder engagement & Cybersecurity Data Science.

Rick has been involved in designing and implementing OT security programs, tailoring projects to clients in industries including oil & gas, refining, mining, power, and manufacturing. Rick always approaches engagements with an eye towards building a scalable, cost-effective and manageable solution.

Kush Gidda is a Director, Cyber and IT Security at Ontario Power Generation.

Abu Thomas is a IT Director at Contract Pharmaceuticals Limited.

Dan secures the intersection of industrial and IT environments. In 12 years at Tenable across research and engineering, he’s mastered how attackers exploit systems. Combining field infrastructure experience with security leadership, Dan builds resilient defenses for the plant floor and the data center.

Dino DiMarino, Chief Revenue Officer, Tenable: At Tenable, Dino leads the global sales organization, partner ecosystems, government affairs and revenue operations. A 20-year veteran, he was CRO at Snyk, Qualys, and Mimecast, and CEO of AppViewX. He holds a business degree from Wilfrid Laurier and previously held executive roles at RSA and Dell EMC

Christopher Rivers is a Vice President of Information Technology/Information Systems at CEL Group of Companies.

Gord Howells leads the technology function for Sofina Foods Canada, a global company headquartered in Markham, Ontario and one of the country’s leading manufacturers of primary and further processed protein products. Over his twenty-year career, he has extensive experience developing and executing technology strategies in a diverse range of business environments.

As Head of IT/OT Security & Compliance at Northland Power, Shawn is responsible for leading the company’s global IT and OT cyber security programs while ensuring compliance to applicable critical infrastructure and data protection regulations. He joined in March 2020. Shawn has over 15 years of experience in various IT operational and cyber security roles in the electricity and financial services sectors.

Amyn Sarif is the Field CISO and Executive Advisor at Sopra Steria North America. With 10+ of experience supporting organizations across diverse industries, Amyn specializes in aligning cybersecurity and risk programs with broader business strategy. His expertise spans supply chain and third-party risk management, mergers and acquisitions, governance, risk and compliance & regulatory requirements.

Philippe Lafontaine serves as Regional Cybersecurity Manager for the IPEX Group of Companies, delegate Head of Information and Security for Aliaxis Group S.A. in North America. He oversees IT and OT security for over 35 manufacturing sites, 20 distribution centers and several office locations in Canada and the U.S.

Manoj Tiwary is a Chief Information Officer at Subaru Canada Inc.

Ernest Eustace is a Head of Cyber Defense, Operations, and Delivery at Greater Toronto Airports Authority.

Manny Singh Lubana is a VP Cyber Security Operations at Laurentian Bank.

Jeffrey De Sarno is a Director, IT & Cyber Security at Sphere Manufacturing Group.

Jean-François Boucher is a IT Director at CVTech-IBC inc.

Ivan Sestak is a Director Cyber Security Operations at Toronto Transit Commission (TTC).

Debbie Clarke is a Factory Cyber Security Manager at at Unilever

Leonardo Ovidio is a Global Director, Cybersecurity and Risk Management at Brookfield Renewable.

Dr. Shri Kulkarni is an Ex-CISO of global conglomerate, and in the last 23yrs he has led several Cybersecurity transformational programs in both IT and OT space. He has a PhD in Cyber Security with primary research on Cybersecurity Controls to meet Federal Regulations. He is a CMMC certified professional and has been guiding companies to embark on CMMC compliance journey and certify.

With 14 years of Canadian security experience, Lambert joined the Cyber Centre in 2023. An expert in intelligence and defense, he collaborates with government and critical infrastructure partners to secure systems against emerging threats. A trusted, innovative leader, Lambert is dedicated to strengthening Canada’s cyber resilience and navigating the evolving risks of the modern digital landscape.

Hamid Adem is a Cyber Protection Advisor at Acronis.

Amogh Bhosle is a Global Lead OT & Cyber Security at Sanofi.

Jonathan Wismer is a Manager, Critical Infrastructure Guidance at Government of Canada.

Ahmed Ali Khan is an OT Cybersecurity Consulting Services Lead specializing in securing critical infrastructures with expertise in industrial networks and digital control systems, risk assessments, major infrastructure projects and international consulting and advisory across North America and Asia.

Moazzam Jafri is a Sr. Manager Information Security at Confidential.

James Roemele is a Solutions Engineer at Acronis.

Razi Farooqui is a Cybersecurity Lead at Confidential.