Cyber & Cigars: A Tribute to Tampa’s Roots and the Future of Tech
Tampa Bay Tech Week continues with a tribute to Tampa's roots and our forward thinking view on the Future of Tech— an evening that blends the heritage of historic Ybor with the future of Cyber, AI, Cloud, Deeptech, and national-scale innovation.
This signature event brings together leaders across the tech landscape: cybersecurity executives, AI researchers, cloud architects, DevSecOps and infrastructure experts, defense/dual-use innovators, founders, operators, and anyone working at the frontier of what’s next.
We open with a keynote from a major voice in security and intelligence — someone who understands how AI, threat landscapes, infrastructure, and emerging technologies are reshaping the world. The keynote is followed by a multi-disciplinary panel exploring how Cyber, AI, Cloud, and Deeptech converge across industries and institutions.
The content is serious. The vibe is Tampa.
Throughout the night, attendees will experience curated cultural elements that honor Tampa’s roots:
A local cigar craftsman hand-rolling cigars onsite
Craft beer from a featured Tampa Bay brewery
Warm, atmospheric Latin jazz
A room filled with founders, tech leaders, security professionals, creatives, and community builders
Whether you're a CISO, a founder, an AI/Cloud leader, or simply someone tracking the future of innovation and security, this event sets the tone for what Tampa Bay’s tech ecosystem is becoming.
A fusion of culture, intelligence, and next-gen technology — and a statement that Tampa Bay is stepping into its moment.