Minneapolis Cybersecurity Conference
Thursday, April 10, 2025
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Join Us in Minneapolis 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 effectively manage risk, demo the newest technologies from an array of different 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
“Fortifying the Framework: How Integrating Cybersecurity with Enterprise Architecture Drives Strategic Alignment & Business Resilience”
Tina Meeker
Vice President of Information Security, IT Infrastructure and Enterprise Architecture Sleep Number Corporation
Tina is a highly accomplished Cybersecurity & Compliance Executive/Entrepreneur with almost 20 years of success leading cybersecurity advancements in retail, banking, technology, manufacturing and medical device industries.
Tina is currently the Vice President of Information Security and Enterprise Architecture at Sleep Number Corporation and has held executive cybersecurity leadership positions at Best Buy, Inc., Shutterfly, Inc., and Target Corporation. She built and led a consulting firm, Beacon Information Security, LLC, a highly-credentialed, multi-industry cybersecurity advisory and consulting service. Tina specializes in cybersecurity and privacy program building and maturation, cybersecurity risk management, enterprise security policies, security awareness, phishing programs, mergers & acquisition security evaluations, and recruiting/building high-performing, diverse teams.
Tina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Behavior & Management from St. Scholastica and a Master of Business Administration from Augsburg University. In addition to holding an MBA, Tina maintains an active CISSP certification and is a part-time adjunct Cyber Security instructor at Dunwoody College in Minneapolis and serves on their advisory board. Tina was also invited to be a guest instructor for the University of Minnesota’s Masters of Security Technologies (MSST) degree program.
Tina is currently the Vice President of the Minnesota Affiliate of the WiCyS (Women in CyberSecurity) National Organization in addition to a Think Tank member and Program Committee Chair for the Cyber Security Summit, a large conference in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area going on its 12th year and was the keynote speaker at “Cyber Now – Birmingham, AL” in April 2018. She has been featured as a speaker at several highly attended conferences, including; GSX Las Vegas, ISC2 Security Congress, Secure 360 Minneapolis, Cyber Security Summit, and the Minnesota Continuing Legal Education Conference.
CISO/Industry Leader Panel
"Securing the Future: CISO Insights and Industry Leaders Discussing Current Cyber Threats and Strategic Defense Practices"
Avneet Thapar Hall
Third Party Governance Advisor | Financial Crimes Unit BMO
Aunudrei Oliver
Sr. Director Information Security (Deputy CISO) Allianz
Tina Meeker
Vice President of Information Security, IT Infrastructure and Enterprise Architecture Sleep Number Corporation
Keith Richard
Director of IT GreaterGood, a CharityUSA.com company
Mary Herbst
Vice President Enterprise Risk and Compliance YMCA of the North


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

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Agenda
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Opening Introductions | Check In | Networking
Presentation
Rethinking Cybersecurity for Covert Application Risks
Application and API security are stuck in a spin cycle that AI can’t save. The prevailing approach relies on developers to fix vulnerabilities while holding SecOps teams accountable for breaches, creating an unsustainable dynamic. It’s time to rethink the strategy: by detecting and responding to both attacks and vulnerabilities directly in production. Join us to see how you can evolve your security program with Application Detection and Response (ADR) to achieve more effective, efficient security.
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Is CTEM the New Zero Trust?
Tired of playing cybersecurity catch-up? Ready to move from reactive firefighting to proactive threat management? The future of cybersecurity is here, and it’s called Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM). This isn’t just another buzzword – it’s a game-changing approach. And it’s being compared to Zero Trust…but it’s not what you think.
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Presentation
The Current Threat Landscape Requires a Unique Approach
Specialized threats targeting OT environments have been around since at least 2010, with the reports of Stuxnet. Recognizing the criticality of these devices, Threat Actors have continued evolving, continuing to target OT devices, many of which are inherently insecure-by-design. Research, such as Vedere Labs’ OT:ICEFALL research project and Project Basecamp by Digital Bond from 10 years ago showed how significant the scope of vulnerable devices are that are pervasive in critical infrastructure systems. Today’s SOC needs to not only see those devices and the risks they pose while also ensuring accurate detection of the threats uniquely targeting those OT environments they’re deployed in. This session will explore this unique threat landscape and the capabilities required to combat the threats and automatically mitigate the risks specially targeting Operational Technology environments.
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Securing the Future of Cybersecurity Protection: Essentials in an AI-Driven Digital Landscape
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Lunch
Keynote
Fortifying the Framework: How Integrating Cybersecurity with Enterprise Architecture Drives Strategic Alignment & Business Resilience
Tina Meeker
Vice President of Information Security, IT Infrastructure and Enterprise Architecture Sleep Number Corporation
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Presentation
Leading the Charge in Cyber Defense
Join us for an enlightening session with Brian Kane, an MSP owner and authority in the cybersecurity industry. This session will delve into the most pressing challenges and risks facing the IT industry today. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the evolving threats and vulnerabilities that impact businesses and individuals alike. With a focus on strategic defense mechanisms and proactive risk management, Brian will demonstrate how to prioritize and deliver exceptional value within IT organizations. This session is a must-attend for those seeking to enhance their understanding of cybersecurity and learn practical approaches to safeguarding digital assets.
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Securing the Next-Gen Workspace: 10 principles for guiding a Zero Trust approach to Browser Security
The modern workspace is evolving. It’s cloud-driven, powered by AI, and defined by SaaS. Join us as we discuss how enterprise workspace demands a robust security framework to address the unique vulnerabilities inherent in browser-based interactions today. This session will explore the critical challenges organizations face in securing modern browser usage and outline ten fundamental principles for establishing a comprehensive Zero Trust approach to browser security.
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Presentation
Needle in the Dataverse: Finding What Matters Before It Finds You
In a world where data sprawls across clouds, apps, and endpoints faster than you can say “unauthorized access,” visibility is everything. Cybersecurity teams are tasked with securing an ever-expanding dataverse…but without knowing where sensitive data lives, who has access, and how it’s being used (or misused), they’re flying blind. This session dives into the tangled web of identity mismanagement, shadow data stores, and the chaos of cloud scale. We’ll explore why tidying up your data sprawl isn’t just good hygiene, it’s a security imperative. No marketing. No pitches. Just real talk on how understanding your data landscape can be the difference between proactive defense and post-breach cleanup.
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Moving Towards a Zero Trust Mindset with Email Security
Email is the top communication tool—and the top attack vector. This session explores how a Zero Trust approach strengthens email security against phishing, BEC, and account takeovers. We’ll compare traditional and modern security methods, highlighting strategies like link isolation and post-delivery retraction to reduce risk.
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