Jill Allison

Advisory CISO, Shuriken Cyber

As a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 35 years of experience, I have developed strategic and technological perspectives to safeguard critical enterprise assets and intellectual property. I have collaborated with industry, government, and research leaders to counter sophisticated nation state cyber threats. I have also led efforts to bring Cyber thought leaders across the spectrum of cybersecurity domains together to mature digital resiliency and enable cyber defense of the digital threat landscape. Strategic collaborative initiatives spanning multiple technical sectors and global security groups to advance standards and secure critical infrastructure to protect data, business intelligence and intellectual property (IP). My background includes cohort work in the CISO Certification program, Carnegie Mellon University; Wharton MBA in Strategic and Entrepreneurial Management; and MIM on global leadership. My volunteer roles span leadership, community and team development, such as: Executive Board, InfraGard MN; Founder, WiCyS Minnesota; Cyber Security Summit Advisory Board and Visionary Leadership Award recipient; and National InfraGard Cyber Leadership Academy. Certifications include CISSP issued by (ISC)² and ISACA cybersecurity. I am passionate about sharing my expertise and insights in the field of cybersecurity and contributing to the advancement of digital security and resilience.

Lisa Baez

Cybersecurity Director - Governance, Risk Management & Compliance, Progressive Leasing

Lisa Baez is a seasoned and collaborative Cybersecurity leader with over 24 years of experience in global IT environments and highly regulated industries. Her career spans a diverse array of sectors including medical device manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace and defense, retail, financial services, travel and hospitality, telecommunications, and education. Lisa specializes in developing and leading robust programs across key security disciplines such as Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC), Third Party Risk Management (TPRM), and Supplier Security. She is highly adept in managing Information Security, Cloud Security, Data Privacy, Endpoint Security, Identity and Access Management (IAM), and Security Awareness & Culture initiatives. Her deep understanding of both business operations and regulatory landscapes enables her to align cybersecurity strategies with organizational objectives, ensuring resilience, compliance, and trust across global enterprises. With a commitment to continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration, Lisa is known for fostering strong security cultures and leading organizations through complex security transformations.

Catherine Liu

Sr RCA Manager - AI & Digital Transformation VP, US Bank

Enthusiastic business and technical professional with broad skill set who is committed to growing the business. Yijun’s unique knowledge base both in Finance and IT side provides her exceptional capability to translate and communicate technical concepts with diversified audience across an organization. She is motivated, goal-driven, and is continually looking to broaden her leadership experience and technical capabilities. Yijun holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Technology, a Master's Degree in Business Administration (Finance and Accounting Concentration), and CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) certification. Specialties: Information Security, Internal Audit, Software Testing, Process Flow Analysis, Risk Assessment, Internal Controls, Financial Statement Analysis, Project Management Qualifications: -More than a decade years of experience with large financial institutions and global organizations - Audit experience in IT governance, data encryption, batch processing, change management, user access administration, data center infrastructures, internally supported and vendor supported technology platforms - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze business processes and determine their impact on operations and financial reporting - Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with business lines and audit teams

Nancy Ritt

Director - Information Security, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), CWT

My career started in IT as a mainframe programmer. I developed and supported many HR, payroll, and benefit systems throughout the twin cities. My introduction to security was performing onsite vendor assessments which led to managing the compliance audits then leadership roles. Although I have always lived and worked in Minnesota, my jobs offered lots of opportunity for travel! My husband and I are empty nesters. We enjoy living on the lake an hour from the cities with our two dogs.

Tara Tittrington

AVP, Information Security GRC, US Bank

Senior Information Security Risk & Compliance Analyst and Information Security Services Change Agent. Working in the banking industry since 2004. Skilled in International Project Management, Governance, Compliance, Risk Management, Entrepreneurship, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM). Strong information technology professional with a Master of Business Communications focused in Business/Corporate Communications from University of St. Thomas.

Mea Clift

Senior Advisor Cyber Risk Engineering, Liberty Mutual Insurance

💠 I have proven to be instrumental in bridging the gap between intricate technical concepts and clear, effective communication across all levels of an organization. I've made it my mission to turn complexity into simplicity, making sure everyone understands the value and importance of cybersecurity. 💠 I am seasoned in regulatory compliance and cybersecurity frameworks, like NIST and Zero Trust. I've been at the forefront of steering large-scale projects with aggressive timelines, transforming the organization's vision into tangible, secure values. 💠 I'm also deeply passionate about the ever-evolving landscape of supply chain threats. As an industry influencer and published author, I stay at the cutting edge of cybersecurity developments. 💠 Throughout my career, I've built solid credibility with executive management, key clients, and employees, thanks to my exceptional communication skills. 💠 I'm honored to have been nominated for the SC Media Women in IT Security Awards 2023. 👉 The areas where I excel include: 👈 ✅ Enterprise Risk Management ✅ Program Management ✅ Strategy Planning & Execution ✅ Business Case Development ✅ C-Suite Presentations ✅ Computer System Engineering ✅ NIST/ISO/IEC ✅ Cyber Security Operations ✅ Regulatory Compliance ✅ Product Management ✅ Auditing Procedures ✅ Threat Identification ✅ Cyber Defense Enhancement ✅ Team Building & Leadership ✅ Systems Management ✅ Security Gap Analysis ✅ Benchmark Development ✅ Zero Trust Security ✅ Stakeholder Management ✅ Security Awareness Training ✅ Documentation & Reporting ⭐ If you're looking for a cybersecurity expert who can make the complex simple and drive a culture of security from within, let's connect and discuss how we can make your organization more resilient. 🎯