Have you ever wanted to present at a conference but weren’t sure where to start? Join the Conference Pitch Open Mic, hosted by WISP virtual event, where underrepresented groups in security and privacy can share their ideas and receive feedback from experienced reviewers. Panelists will help you refine your talk, match it to the right audience, and build confidence to submit proposals. Whether you pitch your idea or just listen in, this is a supportive space to spark your speaking journey. Don’t miss this chance to bring your ideas to life!
If you are interested in pitching at the event, submit an idea here!
Date: Friday, March 14
Time: 11:00 a.m. ET/ 8:00 a.m. PT
Location: Virtual
Meet the panel of reviewers:
Deidre Diamond
Deidre Diamond is the Founder and CEO of CyberSN, a leading cybersecurity talent firm specializing in workforce risk management. With degrees in Sociology and Criminal Justice, she transitioned into cybersecurity to improve job matching and founded CyberSN in 2014. Deidre also founded Secure Diversity in 2015 and co-founded the Day of Shecurity Conference in 2017 to promote diversity in tech. She serves on the Board of Cyversity and is recognized among the Top 25 Women in Cybersecurity. Deidre frequently speaks at major cybersecurity conferences worldwide.
Rachid Harrando
With over 20 years in cybersecurity, cloud technologies, and IT services, Rachid Harrando has held leadership roles at ServiceNow, vFeed.io, Sahara NET, and co-founded NETpeas, a cloud vulnerability management solution. He specializes in cybersecurity strategy, Zero Trust, and secure-by-design principles. As a founding member of the BlackHat Arsenal Review Board, Rachid contributes to showcasing security tools globally. Holding certifications like CISSP, GIAC GSTRT, CIPM, CIPP/E, and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, he is fluent in French, English, and Arabic and passionate about empowering organizations to navigate complex security challenges.
Meghan Jacquot
Meghan Jacquot is a Security Engineer at Carnegie Mellon University’s Software Engineering Institute (SEI) and focuses on risk and resilience for the cyber industry including the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Meghan shares her research via conferences and publications. Throughout the year, she helps a variety of organizations and folks including DEF CON as a SOC GOON, Diana Initiative, and OWASP. She often reviews CFP and mentors new speakers. To relax she also spends time visiting national parks, reading, gardening, and hanging with her chinchilla. She’s happy to connect with others on social media with her handle CarpeDiemT3ch.
