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April 16, 2026 9:00 am
Keynote
Leading Through Uncertainty: Crafting Cybersecurity Strategy in a Quantum-Ready Era
Opening Keynote
Roger Grimes
Data-Driven Defense Evangelist, KnowBe4
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Join us for the Annual ElevateIT: Tampa Technology Summit 2027 on April 14th, 2027 at the Marriott Water Street.
ElevateIT: Tampa Technology Summit is a premier conference for technology leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts in the Tampa area.
The conference brings together industry experts and thought leaders to discuss emerging trends, best practices, and innovative solutions in the field of technology.
At the ElevateIT: Tampa Technology Summit, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in engaging keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive sessions.
The conference covers a wide range of topics, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and more.
The conference also provides a platform for networking and collaboration among peers, as well as showcasing the latest technology solutions and services from leading vendors and exhibitors.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with industry experts, learn from their experiences, and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and developments in the field.
Whether you are a technology leader, professional, or enthusiast, the ElevateIT: Tampa Technology Summit is the ideal forum to stay ahead of the curve and elevate your knowledge and skills in the ever-evolving world of technology.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with the best and brightest in the industry.
Agenda
April 16, 2026 8:00 am
Session
Tech Theater 1
The End of Legacy Network Security
Breakfast Served in Tech Theater I
Todd Ellison
Field Chief Technology Officer, Nile
April 16, 2026 9:00 am
Keynote
Tech Theater 1
Leading Through Uncertainty: Crafting Cybersecurity Strategy in a Quantum-Ready Era
Opening Keynote
Roger Grimes
Data-Driven Defense Evangelist, KnowBe4
April 16, 2026 11:00 am
Session
Tech Theater 1
PQC in Practice: Real-World Lessons and the Latest Insights
Manish Upasani
Head of Global Product Management, Utimaco
April 16, 2026 11:00 am
Session
VIP Theater
Infrastructure Realities Driving Enterprise Innovation
CIO Roundtable Panel
James McQuiggan
Advisory CISO / Founder, Apparent Security
Gary Flowers
Chief Information Officer, Year Up United
Andrea Hartman
Chief Information Officer - Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office
Rick Rampersad
Chief Information Officer - Early Learn Coalition of Hillsborough County
Christos Ruci
Chief Information Officer - Limbach Company
April 16, 2026 12:00 pm
Session
Tech Theater 1
The Three Lines of Defense
Lunch & Learn - Lunch Provided in Theater
KC Santos
Sr. Director of Sales, Datacore
April 16, 2026 1:00 pm
Session
Tech Theater 1
As AI Comes For Your Data, Is Your Recovery Ready?
Jim Jones
Senior Product Infrastructure Architect
April 16, 2026 1:00 pm
Session
VIP Theater
Cutting Through the Noise—Defining Cyber Risk Priorities in a High-Threat Landscape
CISO Roundtable Panel
Kathleen Mullin
Former CISO, American Cancer Treatment Centers of America & Founder, My Virtual CISO
Derek Stephenson
Chief Information Security Officer, Mural
Bruce W. Beam
Chief Information Security Officer, Galway Holdings
Michael Rogers
Chief Information Security Officer, Markmonitor Group
April 16, 2026 2:00 pm
Session
Tech Theater 1
Securely Connect Anything Anywhere: Unlocking the Power of 5G Wireless WAN for the Modern Enterprise
Bruce Johnson
Sr. Product Marketing Manager - Security, Cradlepoint
April 16, 2026 2:00 pm
Session
VIP Theater
Women in Technology Leadership: Driving Innovation and Enterprise Impact
Women in Technology Roundtable
Jaclyn Sanchez
VP Business Operations & CISO, PPFL
Anjali Ahuja
VP Enterprise IT Applications, Iron Mountain
Aparna Saha
Head of Global Cybersecurity Operations, Fresenius Medical Care
Dora Boussias
Executive Advisor, DoraB Global
Andrea Haddad
Director of Global Infrastructure Architecture, Curia
Veronica Huskey
Manager, IT Infrastructure Systems, CAE USA Inc
April 16, 2026 4:00 pm
Session
Tech Theater 1
Transforming Vision into Action—The Future of Enterprise Technology
Closing Keynote
James McQuiggan
Advisory CISO / Founder, Apparent Security
Roger Grimes
Data-Driven Defense Evangelist, KnowBe4
April 16, 2026 5:00 pm
Session
Tech Theater 1
Conference Commencement
Prizes and Giveaways
Casey Yarbrough
President - ElevateIT
Sponsored By
Conference Exhibitors
advisory board
Mical Solomon
Chief Information Security Officer - Port Authority of NY & NJ
Maja Bobic
Chief Information Security Officer - ISGRM Group
Nick Funaro
Director of Technology and Information Services - Pasco County Schools
Dave Patel
Chief Information Officer - FCCI Insurance Group
Dr. Josh Nelson
Director of Technology Experience - Power Design, Inc
Jason Carney
Chief Information Officer - Certified Collectibles Group
Andrea Hartman
Chief Information Officer - Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office
Ramin Kouzehkanani
Chief Information & Innovation Administration - Hillsborough County Government
Karen Lewis
Vice President of Information Technology, OOCIO/ Head of Technology Transformation - Franklin Templeton
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