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Kelley Vick

Webinar Host, Executive IT Forums, Inc
Kelley Vick is the Online Events Chair at IT CPE Academy, where she hosts and produces the IT GRC Forum webinars. With deep expertise in governance, risk, and compliance, Kelley curates high‑value sessions for cybersecurity and risk leaders, driving community engagement and delivering expert insights.

Colin Whittaker

Founder and Director Informed Risk Decisions Ltd
Colin has over 15 years of experience advancing payment risk and security strategies in Europe and the US. He led PCI compliance initiatives, coordinated responses to cardholder data breaches, and introduced innovative compliance programs. Now independent, he provides cybersecurity risk consultancy and shares insights at major global industry events.

Jason Bonds

General Manager for PingIntelligence at Ping Identity
Jason leads global efforts for PingIntelligence, focusing on identity-centered security solutions. With over 20 years of experience in software development, networking, and information security, he helps organizations implement open identity standards and best practices to protect systems, data, and users in today’s borderless digital environment.

Perry Carpenter

Chief Human Risk Management Strategist at KnowBe4
Perry brings deep expertise in security awareness, behavioral risk, and security culture, shaped by years of research and advisory work across global organizations. He has guided companies in strengthening their defenses against phishing, human-layer vulnerabilities, and emerging cyber risks. His academic and professional background reflects a strong commitment to advancing security maturity.

Nick Hayes

Director of Product Marketing at Dataminr
Nick specializes in helping organizations understand and manage the risks that emerge across digital channels. His work focuses on brand protection, threat monitoring, social media security, and human-centric cybersecurity challenges. Known for clear, impactful insights, he frequently shares research that supports stronger defense strategies and improved risk decision-making in a digital world.

Idan Shoham

Founder at M-Tech Innovations, Inc.
Idan contributes deep technical expertise in identity and access management, shaping innovative security solutions through strategic product leadership. His background in engineering and enterprise consulting informs his approach to solving complex identity challenges. He is committed to delivering high-quality technology that strengthens organizational security and supports scalable, long-term identity strategies.

Critical Actions to Prevent a Data Breach in 2019 and Beyond

Nov 29 / IT GRC Forum

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations face an unprecedented level of cybersecurity risk. Data breaches continue to dominate headlines, exposing sensitive information and causing financial loss, operational disruption, and long-term damage to customer trust. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, relying solely on reactive security measures is no longer enough. Modern security programs must prioritize proactive strategies that strengthen defenses before attackers have the chance to strike.


This webinar explores the essential steps organizations can take to prevent data breaches and elevate their overall security posture. Our expert panel will share practical guidance on developing a forward-looking cybersecurity strategy rooted in early detection, ongoing threat intelligence, and strong internal controls. By understanding where vulnerabilities exist and how attackers operate, organizations can move from a reactive posture to a preventative one.


Attendees will gain actionable insights into implementing protection strategies against emerging threats, leveraging threat intelligence to anticipate attacks, strengthening organizational resilience, and building a layered defense that safeguards systems, data, and users. Learn how proactive intelligence can transform your cybersecurity approach and significantly reduce your organization’s exposure to modern threats.