Meet the Speakers

Morning Keynote: Dr. Kelley Misata

CEO and Founder, Sightline Security

Dr. Kelley Misata is a recognized leader in cybersecurity strategy, open-source innovation, and nonprofit resilience. As the Founder of Sightline Security, she helps nonprofits integrate cybersecurity into their missions. As President of OISF, she advances global network defense through Suricata, a leading open-source threat detection tool. Known for translating complex security challenges into practical action, Dr. Misata brings personal experience as a cyberstalking survivor into her advocacy for privacy, digital safety, and equity in technology. She holds a Ph.D. in Information Security from Purdue University and a degree in Business and Marketing from Bentley University, blending technical and business insight to drive meaningful, lasting impact.

Lunch Keynote: Robert Jenkins

CEO Dark Forge Solutions LLC

Rob Jenkins is the CEO of Dark Forge Solutions LLC, a C-suite strategic advisory firm. He served in senior and executive positions at BAE Systems, Empower AI, and Leidos focused on intelligence, defense, cyber, and artificial intelligence. Prior to that he spent 20 years at the Central Intelligence Agency leading operations, personnel, and cyber programs. Mr. Jenkins guest lectures with various organizations, taught at Johns Hopkins University, and currently teaches at the University of Wyoming and the Laramie County Community College. He is a former Special Operations commissioned officer, worked on Wall Street, and is currently the President of the CyberWyoming Board of Directors.

Dr. Michelle Aldrich

Laura Harder

WY Department of Education Career & Technical Ed. Supervisor

Dr. Michelle Aldrich is currently the Wyoming State Director of Career & Technical Education. Dr. Aldrich has won national teaching awards in culinary arts, was named the Region VIII and Wyoming Career and Technical Education Teacher of the Year, and honors that include the 2021 Rising Star Award from Advanced CTE and the 2021 Wyoming Women of Influence in Education.

Director | President

Laura Harder is the Director of Systems Assurance at Kaiser Permanente and an Operations Flight Commander in the Air Force Reserves. A passionate cybersecurity leader, ISSA International Board member, and speaker, she specializes in AI governance, cyber risk, and inclusion. Laura mentors emerging professionals and advocates for neurodiversity in cybersecurity, shaping a more resilient and inclusive industry.

Kate Swistowicz

Loren "Scott" Whiteman

IT Director

Kate Swistowicz is a technology leader with 20 years of experience tackling real-world challenges in education and cybersecurity across both private and public sectors. A Wyoming native, Kate specializes in practical solutions for email security, data protection, and compliance. Focused on actionable strategies, she helps organizations implement effective security measures to address evolving threats and operational needs.

CISSP, CCFE, Founder, Spectryx Group | Adjunct Instructor, LCCC Computer Science Dept

Scott is a cybersecurity executive, IR specialist, and educator who blends technical depth, cloud resilience, and scenario-based training to drive readiness and resilience across sectors.

Shane Brown

Katie Adams

Founder & CEO, DigeTekS LLC

Shane Brown is CEO and founder of DigeTekS, an IT consulting firm focused on cybersecurity, compliance, and managed services for regulated industries. With over 30 years in IT strategy and infrastructure, Shane helps businesses streamline operations, improve security, and reduce risk—making complex technology simple, actionable, and effective for organizations across the U.S.

Chief Delivery Office, Safal Partners

Katie Adams is a nationally recognized subject matter expert in Registered Apprenticeship (RA) and workforce development. She serves as Project Director for the firm’s U.S. Department of Labor National Industry Intermediary contract for Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Expansion. Through that DOL contract she has worked with the White House Office of National Cyber Directorate on the White House National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy and supported development of more than 150 new and expanded cyber RA programs that have registered over 3,000 new apprentices in the past five years.

Matthew Butler

Trent Thompson

Fractional CTO / CISO & Managing Partner

Matthew Butler is a Fractional CTO / CISO with over three decades of software development experience. He is an international speaker and trainer in safety & security issues and serves on the ISO C++ Standards Committee as the Deputy Chair of the Safety & Security Study Group. He also contributes to industry safety and security efforts through MISRA, SEI CERT, The Safety Critical Rust Consortium and the Society of Automotive Engineers' Standards Committee.

SOC Manager

Trent Thompson is a full time SOC Manager at one of the world's busiest airports with about 20 years of IT experience ranging from call center work, help desk, system administration, and open source work, now finding a home in security for the past 8 years professionally. He's also a part time student pilot learning to fly gliders in one of the best soaring locations in the US.

Laura Baker

Anne Mason

Executive Director, CyberWyoming

Laura Baker runs two nonprofits, CyberWyoming and the CyberWyoming Alliance, which comprise multiple programs designed to help average citizens and Wyoming companies manage their security risks. Some of the business side programs include Wyoming's Cybersecurity Competition for Small Businesses and an apprenticeship program for tech professions. Other citizen programs include a weekly publication called the Hacker's Brief, Senior Fraud Alert Flyers, the annual cybersecurity conference, the Teens Exploring Careers Camp, and a school cyber safety video challenge.

Creative Consultant

Anne Mason is passionate about transforming skills and lessons from within the theatre sphere into tools for all facets of community, industry, and humanity. Anne holds a BFA in Theatre Performance from the University of Wyoming and is a graduate of Leadership Wyoming, class of 2022. She directs ACM Creative Consulting, collaborating with cross-sector clients around Wyoming. @annecatharine89 - acmcreativeconsulting.com

Mary Keane

Jack Callaway

Cybersecurity Business Counselor

Mary Keane has over 30 years of experience in software engineering and is currently a Cybersecurity Business Counselor at CyberWyoming. With a strong foundation in applications engineering and cybersecurity, Mary has dedicated her career to helping micro and small businesses in Wyoming improve their cybersecurity posture.

Cyber Risk Defense Principal

Jack Callaway holds a doctorate in computer science and a master's in information systems management. With over six years as a federal contractor in the intelligence community, he excels in cybersecurity analysis and incident response. Currently, he leads Kaiser Permanente's incident response team, fortifying their cybersecurity posture. Jack lives in Denver, CO, with his wife, daughter, and three pets.

Christopher Sundberg

Galen Gough

Manager Compliance & Product Security

Over 25 years of experience in cyber-physical systems and security. Maintains Woodward, inc. Secure Development Lifecycle

VP/IT Director, Jonah Bank

With over two decades of experience in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity, I specialize in securing systems and empowering people. As a CISSP and holder of multiple Microsoft, Cisco, and SANS certifications, I understand that today’s fraudsters are more sophisticated than ever—leveraging AI and social engineering to exploit the human factor. But with the right mindset and training, we can be the strongest line of defense. My mission is to help individuals and organizations stay ahead by making security practical, proactive, and people-focused, as well as fun.

James Gilgallon

Daniel McIntosh

IT Consultant and Cybersecurity Support Tech Registered Apprenticeship Graduate

James has been working in IT for several years, supporting a wide variety of toolsets for small to medium-sized businesses. He has a strong interest in continued education in the IT industry and fostering growth through industry-academic partnerships. Certified as a Microsoft 365 Expert Administrator with additional certifications including HIPAA, CompTIA A+, and Network+, James is a tenacious problem-solver and fast learner, admired for his dedication, professionalism, and innovative approach to challenges.

Director, Wyoming Center for Business & Economic Analysis, Laramie County Community College

Dan McIntosh is the Director of the Center for Wyoming Business and Economic Analysis and an Instructor of Economics and Public Policy at Laramie County Community College (LCCC). In his current role, he leads economic research and workforce development initiatives that inform policy and strengthen Wyoming’s business ecosystem. Previously, Daniel served as LCCC’s IT Pathway Coordinator, where he expanded cybersecurity and information technology education and helped secure the college’s designation as a National Security Agency Center of Academic Excellence. With a background spanning space operations, cybersecurity, and economic policy, he integrates technical expertise with applied research to support students, industry partners, and the state’s growing technology economy.

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