The Chicago CISO of the Year Award recognizes exceptional cybersecurity leaders for their impact across their organizations, the industry, and the broader community.

Chicago CISO of the Year

Join us for the second mixer of the 2026 Chicago CISO of the Year program.

This exclusive event brings together cybersecurity leaders, senior executives, direct reports and industry partners for an evening of networking and community building.

Attendance is limited and subject to approval.

2026 Chicago CISO of the Year - June Mixer

Jake Fernung

Waqas Akkawi

Yilmaz

Uljana Sejko

Madhu Bhangi

Steven Edelman

Steve Shelton

MIke Zachman

Jaime U

Ben Ten Pas

roc-grotesk

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