Cybersecurity
ChannelPro DEFEND: Alexandria 2026
The ChannelPro LIVE & DEFEND 2026 series stands as a leading nationwide initiative dedicated to bringing together IT professionals, managed service providers, and cybersecurity experts in cities throughout the United States.
This event series is designed to address the most urgent cybersecurity challenges organizations face today, providing a dynamic platform for education, collaboration, and professional advancement. By fostering a community of knowledge-sharing and innovation, the series aims to empower IT teams to navigate the evolving digital landscape with confidence.
The essentials
Event details
- Dates
- 1 September 2026 to 2 September 2026
- Organiser
- CyberRisk Alliance, LLC
- Industry
- Cybersecurity
Public discussion
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Agenda themes
Topics covered
- Comprehensive Cybersecurity Education and Training
- Networking and Collaboration Opportunities
- Empowering IT Teams for the Future
On stage
Speakers
- Michael Siggins, Founder, Publisher, The ChannelPro Network
- Christopher Barber, Chief Nerd, Cheaper than a Geek
- Kevin Mann, Founder & President, Resilient IT
- Trevor Hardy, Founder and CEO, NEXTGen IT
- Matt Whitlock, Technical Editor, ChannelPro
- James Abercrombie, Senior Sales Engineer, Acronis
- Henry Timm, Cofounder, Rocket Fuel Factory
- Dawn Sizer, CEO
- Peter Busam, Founder & Owner, Equilibrium Consulting, LLC
- Dustin Sitton, Founder and Principal, Incite Automation
- Atul Bhagat, President/CEO, BASE Solutions LLC
Logistics
Where to stay
Places to stay near the venue.
Lakeshor Motor Inn
404 North 6th Avenue West, Virginia, 55792
Pine View Inn
903 17th Street North, Virginia, 55792
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