How Leaders Are Confronting Threats While Shaping the Future
Co-sponsored by Nasdaq and Executive Women's Forum (EWF)
Since its inception, this event has become a cornerstone of the RSAC week, bringing together a powerhouse of trailblazing women to share insights on the industry’s most pressing challenges. Building on the success of last year’s discussion on navigating market and AI turbulence, our 2026 theme—Where AI and Humans Meet—aims to explore how leaders are not only confronting evolving threats but also shaping the strategic direction of their organizations while balancing the needs of both AI and the people.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT (7:30 AM for networking breakfast)
Location: Fogo de Chão (just steps from the Moscone Center)
Panelists
Maril Vernon, Field CISO, Offensive & Purple Team Leader, will lead the discussion with a phenomenal group including Nidhi Luthra, Global CISO and Executive Advisory, Ruchi Shah, Senior Director, Security Engineering at Google Cloud, Madita Wimmer, Senior Cybersecurity Leader at KPMG, and Joyce Brocaglia, Founder of Executive Women's Forum on Information Security, Risk Management and Privacy (EWF).
Join us for an unforgettable morning of inspiration, insights and networking at Synack’s Women in Cyber Breakfast—a premier RSAC 2026 event now in its fifth year!
This exclusive breakfast gathering offers a rare chance to engage with a panel of trailblazing women in cybersecurity. These experts have led the charge in some of the world’s most high-stakes cyber battles—from managing security incidents to shaping cybersecurity strategies. Together, the panel will tackle today’s most pressing cybersecurity challenges and insights.
Escape the RSAC 2026 hustle, connect with top minds in cyber and gain fresh perspectives on the future of security.
Seats are limited—don’t miss out!
- Pre-registration is required
- Location: Fogo de Chão, 201 3rd Street #100, San Francisco
(Across the street from Moscone)
Tasting Event: Whiskey & Dry-Aged Steak
Monday, March 23 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Raise a glass as we kick off another great year at RSAC 2026. Join us at “The Old Fashioned Future” Whiskey Tasting Event where we will be pouring the finest selection of whiskey paired with delicious steak and appetizers. Meet us at Fogo de Chão.
Binary Beats Party
Tuesday, March 24 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Start your night where technology and human ingenuity collide! Join Synack and co-sponsors for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, delicious food, and dueling DJs utilizing AI to flawlessly mix the old and new. Get ready for the ultimate conference party experience!
Humans, Hackers and Hoops Happy Hour
Wednesday, March 25 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Synack and top ethical researchers for an evening of relaxed drinks and insightful conversation. Connect with some of the sharpest minds in the industry, while you're unwinding, diving deep into security insights, or catching the NBA hoops.
