2026 TCSC Annual Conference
Summary
A Complimentary Overnight Escape for Texas Cyber Leaders
where we Assemble the Council.
This November, TCSC is hosting 40–50 CISOs, CSOs, vCISOs, and Heads of Security for an entirely complimentary overnight retreat at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa — 400+ acres of Hill Country riverfront, and one of the most relaxing properties in Central Texas. Room, meals, and every session are covered — made possible by our sponsors listed below.
C1.ai: https://www.c1.ai/
Cyberhaven: https://www.cyberhaven.com/
Glow: https://www.glow.io/
Sublime Security: https://sublime.security/
Teleskope: https://www.teleskope.ai/
Upwind: https://www.upwind.io/
This isn’t a hotel conference room. It’s a genuine step away from the day-to-day — a chance to think clearly, compare notes with peers who carry the same weight you do, and actually unwind before you carry it again Monday.
What’s included:
• Overnight stay at Lost Pines, fully comped
• Executive dinner at the Wildflower Pavilion
• Casino & Game Night (courtesy of Sublime Security)
• A meet-and-greet with a real Texas Longhorn — yes, really
• Full access to every session, panel, and meal below
Why TCSC:
Our ever-increasing digital world demands enhanced cybersecurity collaboration — defenders have to work together to stay ahead of attackers. TCSC is a private, quarterly gathering of security-minded practitioners and leaders across industries, built to elevate cyber leadership and cultivate best-of-breed practice across our Austin-based community. Our slogan says it plainly: Assemble the Council.
Who’s in the Room:
Eligibility is for those who lead a team of security practitioners — primarily CSO, CISO, vCISO, and Head of Security roles or their equivalents (Director-level considered at TCSC’s discretion). We expect 40–50 CISOs in the room. This one fills fast.
Agenda:
I. Lunch
11 am - 11:45 am
Food provided | Catch Up w/ Friends
II. CALL TO ORDER
11:45 am – Noon
Brian Greene, TCSC President
Welcome
How Far We’ve Come
Outline of Agenda
IV. Keynote Kickoff
Noon – 12:45 pm
Fireside Chat: “What TX Cyber Command Means for TX Citizens"
Confirmed:
Moderator: Joe Sanchez, Creator & Executive Director, CyberTexas Foundation
TJ White, Chief, Texas Cyber Command
V. Session 1
1 pm – 2 pm
The "Shadow AI" Data Crisis: Securing the Life Cycle of Generative AI
Moderator: Brian Hackney, Director, Head of Information Security, UFCU
Confirmed Panelists:
Joe Sullivan CEO, Joe Sullivan Security (former CSO facebook, Uber, and Cloudflare)
Aman Sirohi - SVP, CSO & IT, Cyberhaven
Everett Bates, CISO, Crunchyroll
VI. Break
2 pm – 2:30 pm
Snack Break, Coffee, Tea, Water, Restroom, Check Work
VII. Session 2
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm
“CISO Session - Securing The Modern Workspace In The AI Era”
Confirmed Moderator: Emily Heath, Chief Strategy Officer
Confirmed Panelists:
Kyle Weckman, CISO, Antares Capital
Chris Jacquet, SVP & CISO, Unisys
David Gahagan, CISO, UTIMCO
VIII. Session 3
3:15 pm – 4:15 pm
“Interactive IR / Breach Review Exercise: Grade the Cyber Exec Team on their Response”
Moderator: Matt Johansen, Founder, VulnerableU (Confirming)
Panelists:
Kevin Kelly, Chairman, CEO, and Board Member Cycurion (Former longtime CEO of Heidrick & Struggles)
Chris White, CIO, Myriddian
Sundeep David, CISO, James Avery Craftsman
IX. Day 1 Closing Remarks
4:15 pm – 4:30 pm
Dan Piercy, Managing Partner, TCSC
XI. Break
4:30 pm – 6:15 pm
Back to Room
Dinner
6:30 pm to 8 pm
Wildflower Pavilion
Night Activity
8 pm to 10 pm
Game / Poker Night - Sponsor: Sublime Security
Friday, 11/13 - Day 2
II. Breakfast
On Your Own Time
Heartwood House (Buffet Is Exceptional)
III. Panel Discussion
9:30 am - 10:15 am
Confirmed: “Chip Manufacturing in the Crosshairs: Facing Nation-State Attacks in the Age of AI”
Confirmed Moderator: Will Bengston, CISO, ConductorOne
Confirmed Panelists:
Sharon Hagi, CSO, Finite State
Leslie Ford, Director Information Security, Cirrus Logic
Tim Brown, Former CISO @ Solarwinds and General Partner & CISO in Residence, Team8
IV. Break
10:15 am – 10:30 am
Coffee, Tea, Water, Restroom, Check Work
V. Closing Discussion
10:30 am – 11:45 am
Confirmed: “The AI Vulnerability Storm: Building a Mythos Ready Security Program: An Active Discussion for The Room”
Confirmed Moderator: Steve Zalewski, Cyber Advisor & Long Time CISO
Confirmed Panelists:
Trey Ford, Chief Strategy & Trust Officer, Bugcrowd
Susanne Senoff, CISO, Conga
VI. Lunch
Noon – 1 pm
LBJ Pavilion
VII. Closing Remarks
1 - 1:15 pm
TCSC