Des Moines Cybersecurity Conference

Join Us in Des Moines for the Futurecon Cybersecurity Event!

Hear from our esteemed speakers while gaining up to 10 CPE credits. Immerse yourself in the latest cybersecurity developments to gain valuable insights in today’s dynamic threat landscape. Learn how to manage risk effectively, demo the newest technologies from various sponsors, and network with your local community.

Don’t miss our special ceremony recognizing our honorary attendees receiving an Award of Excellence! Join us live for breakfast, lunch, and a wrap-up cocktail happy hour! Keynote Speaker

Andy Neller Deputy Chief Information Security OfficerWellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Andy is a strategic leader with over 25 years in cybersecurity. His qualifications include a BS in Cybersecurity and the CISSP, C|CISO, CRISC, and CCE certifications. He has extensive experience helping organizations securely transition to the cloud in highly regulated environments. He focuses on best-in-class security by creating sound security programs, ensuring governance and regulation compliance, and IT security risk management strategies that deliver secure solutions for business stakeholders.

CISO/Industry Leader Panel "Securing the Future: CISO Insights and Industry Leaders Discussing Current Cyber Threats and Strategic Defense Practices"

Shannon Jones Chief Security OfficerKingland

Andy Neller Deputy Chief Information Security OfficerWellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Robert M. Duplessis Chief Information Security OfficerOld Second National Bank

“Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT problem”

FutureCon Events brings high-level Cyber Security Training to C-suite executives and CISOs (chief information security officers). Join us for a day with multiple illuminating presentations and a panel discussion featuring C-level executives who have effectively mitigated the risk of Cyber Attacks, demo the newest technology, and discover the cutting-edge security approaches to prepare you for the future of the Cyber World.

You will gain the latest knowledge to enable applications while keeping your computing environment secure from even the most advanced Cyber Threats. Interact with the world’s security leaders and peers to gather details on other pressing topics of interest to the information security community.

Times are subject to change

8:00 am

Opening Introductions | Check In | Networking

9:00 am

Current Security Operations

9:30 am

Modern Data Protection

10:00 am

Sponsor Networking Time Visit Sponsor Booths – find amazing people, information, and prizes! Get updated on the latest technologies!

10:30 am

The Human Element of Cyber Security

11:00 am

Cyber Security Fundamentals

11:30 am

Sponsor Networking Time Visit Sponsor Booths – find amazing people, information, and prizes! Get updated on the latest technologies!

11:45 am

Lunch

12:00 pm

Keynote

Andy Neller Deputy Chief Information Security OfficerWellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

1:00 pm

Sponsor Networking Time Visit Sponsor Booths – find amazing people, information, and prizes! Get updated on the latest technologies!

1:30 pm

Your Guide to AI in Cyber Security

2:00 pm

Zero Trust Security Framework

2:30 pm

Sponsor Networking Time Visit Sponsor Booths – find amazing people, information, and prizes! Get updated on the latest technologies!

3:00 pm

Cyber Security Predictions

3:15 pm

The Future of Cyber Security

3:40 pm

Sponsor Networking Time Visit Sponsor Booths – find amazing people, information, and prizes! Get updated on the latest technologies! 4:00 pm 

Panel Discussion

"Securing the Future: CISO Insights and Industry Leaders Discussing Current Cyber Threats and Strategic Defense Practices" Shannon Jones Chief Security OfficerKingland

Andy Neller Deputy Chief Information Security OfficerWellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Robert M. Duplessis Chief Information Security OfficerOld Second National Bank

5:00 pm

Closing Remarks