This event was curated by and for the Charlotte Leadership Board, a group of local leaders committed to the idea that national security and critical infrastructure resiliency is strengthened through peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, diversity, and leadership development.
Their collective insights and recommendations influence every aspect of this program including speakers, topics, and technology partner participation.
At the December Charlotte CISO Dinner, Mike Brannon reflects on a four-decade career spanning from assembler language programming efforts through leading digital transformation initiatives, sharing insights on technology evolution, strategic leadership, and succession planning in cybersecurity. His journey from consultant to "mad scientist" innovator demonstrates the importance of building trust, taking calculated risks on emerging technologies, and balancing technical advancement with organizational stability.
This evening offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the cybersecurity industry’s evolution, the value in emphasizing long-term thinking over rapid growth, and the importance of community engagement in building resilient security leaders and careers.
Featured Speaker:
Mike Brannon Director, Infrastructure & Security National Gypsum
