Program
Program content for the CISO Dinner is developed and delivered by the CISO community and the Philadelphia Leadership Board.
An Evening With the Community - CISO Dinner Series
For our 2025 CISO Dinner Series, the regional leadership board members prioritized their focus on creating better opportunities to hear practical and relevant stories from their peers. These member-driven dinners feature local security leaders and experts who share insights on key threats, leadership skills, or challenging projects. These interactive presentations are followed by roundtable discussions, where attendees take deep dives into the community-curated theme.
Join us for an exclusive reception celebrating the CyberRisk Collaborative Philadelphia CISO community, where security leaders come together for an evening of networking, knowledge-sharing, and camaraderie. Connect with fellow CISOs, security executives, and industry experts in a relaxed atmosphere while discussing the latest challenges and innovations in cybersecurity. Enjoy refreshments, engage in thought-provoking conversations, and strengthen relationships with peers who understand the complexities of protecting today’s digital landscape.
Back to Basics – Rebuilding Cybersecurity on Fundamentals, Learning, and Communication: An Evening with David Lingenfelter and Tammy Klotz
In an era driven by automation, analytics, and ever-changing threat landscapes, it’s easy to lose sight of the foundational practices that make cybersecurity effective.
David Lingenfelter and Tammy Klotz bring a grounded perspective to the forefront: strong security programs are built on clear communication, practical knowledge, and a relentless commitment to learning. Drawing on real-world experience and a pragmatic mindset, David and Tammy remind us that “security isn't about just looking at the logs… it's about knowing what's going on around you.”
During this interactive session you will explore:
- Fundamentals First
- Why refocusing on core security hygiene – like asset visibility, patching, access controls, and monitoring—often yields better results than chasing the latest shiny tool.
- Communication as a Security Skill
- How translating complex security concepts into actionable business language enables cross-functional understanding, faster response, and stronger collaboration.
- Learning as a Daily Discipline
- Why continuous education, curiosity, and awareness of your environment are essential for adapting to evolving threats – and for growing as a practitioner.
Engage directly with your peers during dinner to share strategies, exchange lessons learned, and explore innovative approaches to safeguarding the business in an ever-changing threat landscape. This is your opportunity to step beyond formal presentations and build meaningful connections through candid conversations in a collaborative setting.
As the dinner concludes, we’ll gather final insights and reflections from our discussions. We will highlight the most impactful ideas shared around the tables, and you will leave with peer-tested strategies and fresh perspectives to take back to your teams, along with new connections to support your ongoing leadership journey.
We will wrap up the evening with continued networking and conversations. Don't miss this additional opportunity to strengthen professional relationships and build new partnerships that will expand your leadership and cybersecurity priorities.