Christion Taillon

Director of Threat Intelligence, ACTRA

Cybersecurity professional passionate about integrating Threat Intelligence, Intrusion Detection, and Security Monitoring. As a Linux enthusiast and active member of the Arizona Cyber Threat Response Alliance, Information Systems Security Association, and Cyber Resilience Institute, I bring both technical depth and collaborative insight to security challenges. Proud Grand Canyon University alumnus.

Steven Kolombaris

Chief Information Security Officer - Sotheby's

Steven Kolombaris is a seasoned enterprise technology executive and strategic advisor with extensive experience leading large-scale IT transformation, cybersecurity modernization, and operational innovation initiatives. Throughout his career, he has partnered with C-suite leadership and boards to align technology strategy with measurable business outcomes, emphasizing resilience, scalability, and risk-informed execution. Mr. Kolombaris is recognized for his disciplined leadership style, combining strategic foresight with pragmatic execution. He has led cross-functional teams across complex enterprise environments, driving initiatives spanning cloud transformation, enterprise architecture, cybersecurity governance, and digital modernization. His approach integrates operational rigor with forward-looking innovation, enabling organizations to modernize infrastructure while strengthening security posture and regulatory compliance. A trusted voice among executive peers, Mr. Kolombaris frequently contributes to industry discussions on technology risk, enterprise resilience, and the evolving role of the CIO and CISO within board-level strategy. He is particularly focused on harmonizing innovation with governance—ensuring that organizations can accelerate digital initiatives without compromising enterprise security or operational integrity. Steven Kolombaris continues to serve as a strategic leader in the technology community, advising executive teams on navigating complexity, mitigating risk, and building sustainable, future-ready technology organizations. I believe Information security can improve any business & IT process. What I enjoy the most is the moment when we learn from the work we are doing together.

Lester Godsey

Chief Information Security Officer - Arizona State University

Lester Godsey is the CISO for Arizona State University, the largest public university by enrollment in the United States. Prior to ASU, he was the CISO for Maricopa County for five years, where he was responsible for information security during the most contentious US elections in modern history. With over 30 years of public-sector IT experience, Lester has presented at the local, state and national level on topics ranging from telecommunications to data management to cybersecurity. As a certified PMP, CISM and CISSP, Lester has taught at the collegiate level for over 15 years in the areas of cybersecurity, technology and project management. A published author and an active participant in the cybersecurity community, he holds a BA in Music and an MS in Technology from Arizona State University.

Brad Lontz

EVP & Chief Information Officer, CSAA Insurance Group

Brad Lontz is Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at CSAA Insurance Group, where he leads enterprise technology strategy, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), and execution to enhance digital experiences for members, agents, partners and employees. He is responsible for modernizing core platforms, advancing data and AI capabilities, and ensuring secure, scalable technology delivery across the enterprise. A highly accomplished technology executive with more than 25 years of experience, Mr. Lontz has led large-scale digital transformations, modernized core insurance systems, and built high-performing technology organizations across the insurance and financial services sectors. Prior to joining CSAA in 2025, he served as CIO at CopperPoint Insurance, unifying legacy systems and delivering a cloud-based policy, billing, and claims platform that reduced technology run costs by more than 35%. He previously held CIO roles at the California Dental Association and Nautilus Insurance, driving modernization initiatives that improved scalability and operational efficiency. Mr. Lontz holds a Bachelor of Science in computer and electrical engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. He has been published in industry publications including Wholesale Insurance magazine and Digital Insurance and has spoken at industry conferences and podcasts such as InsureTalk about the role of technology in business innovation.

Steen Hambric

Chief Information Officer - City of Phoenix

Steen Hambric is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the City of Phoenix, where he leads the city’s enterprise Information Technology Services (ITS) organization and drives strategic technology direction, digital innovation, and secure operations across all municipal departments. In his role, Hambric oversees citywide IT strategy, governance, cybersecurity, service delivery, and enterprise applications supporting more than 16,000 employees and 1.7 million residents. With more than three decades of experience in public-sector technology leadership, Hambric brings deep expertise in enterprise transformation, infrastructure modernization, and cross‑agency collaboration. Before being named CIO in 2021, he served as Assistant CIO for the City of Phoenix, where he played a central role in major citywide technology upgrades, including a multi‑year telecommunications overhaul and initiatives expanding connectivity for residents, particularly during the COVID‑19 pandemic. Prior to joining the City of Phoenix, Hambric held senior IT leadership positions within the United States House of Representatives, including Chief Technology Officer for House Information Resources, where he led complex technology operations supporting national legislative functions. His public service also includes leadership roles with the National Drug Intelligence Center and the U.S. Department of Defense. Known for his commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and citizen‑centric service delivery, Hambric has focused on advancing the city’s first strategic technology plan in over a decade, strengthening cybersecurity, and fostering collaboration across departments to align technology investments with community outcomes. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management Information Systems from the University of Southern Mississippi.