Navigating AI Tools, Threats & the Future of Work
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Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work, build businesses, and make decisions. From ChatGPT and Gemini to AI-powered automation, organizations of every size are adopting AI to improve productivity, accelerate innovation, and gain a competitive edge. At the same time, the rapid adoption of AI is creating new cybersecurity risks, privacy concerns, evolving job requirements, and demanding AI literacy.
In partnership with Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, we are pleased to offer attendees the opportunity to learn from cybersecurity experts and explore emerging tools and career opportunities in AI. This networking hub will help you confidently navigate the possibilities and challenges of the AI era.
Who Should Attend:
Startup founders and entrepreneurs
Small and medium-sized business (SME) owners
Corporate leaders and professionals
Students and job seekers
Technology, innovation, cybersecurity, and HR professionals
Anyone looking to use AI more safely, effectively, and responsibly
Guided Discussions:
Topic 1: Enterprise AI Tools & Data Security
Learn how to safely integrate AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and Microsoft Copilot into your workflows. Explore practical AI governance, responsible adoption, data privacy, and strategies for reducing organizational risk while maximizing productivity.
Topic 2: AI-Driven Deception: Scams & Detection
AI is reshaping the cyber threat landscape. Discover how attackers are using generative AI to create convincing phishing campaigns, deepfakes, social engineering attacks, and misinformation—and learn practical techniques to recognize and defend against these emerging threats.
Topic 3: The AI Talent Landscape: Skills & Careers
AI is changing the skills employers expect across nearly every industry. Whether you're a student, job seeker, founder, or business leader, explore the capabilities that matter most—from AI literacy and prompt engineering to technical AI roles, leadership skills, and preparing your workforce for the future.
Meet the Discussion Facilitators
Topic 1: Lester Chng – Senior Trainer & Practice Lead, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst
Lester is Senior Cybersecurity Practice Lead at the Catalyst. He is a cybersecurity and crisis management trainer with experience leading large-scale cyber resilience exercises across the financial sector and military, including CISA Cyber Storm and NATO Locked Shields.
Topic 2: Sumona Banerji – Founder & CEO, Mindshield
Sumona Banerji is a futurist and cyber-psychology expert who founded MindShield, a firm dedicated to using cognitive data to foster human resilience in the AI era. Her work supports thoughtful AI adoption, resilient leadership, and civil cohesion by equipping people with the tools to thrive amidst new digital dynamics. She utilizes a multidisciplinary approach, drawing on psychology and neuroscience, to promote Cognitive Security and enhance harmonious human- machine teaming.
Currently pursuing a PhD in Cyberpsychology specializing in "The Cognitive Vulnerabilities that Lead to Manipulation Susceptibility," Sumona shares proactive approaches to digital integrity, responsible AI, and the healthy navigation of influence in our information ecosystem. Her expertise helps organizations and communities understand their cognitive dynamics, so they may recognitize, resist and respond to manipulation in complex digital environments.
Topic 3: Katrina Lawrence – AI Practice Lead & Senior Trainer, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst
Katrina is AI Practice Lead at the Catalyst as well as the Machine Learning Math Lead at Cohere Labs. Katrina specializes in AI consulting, machine learning education, and mathematics curriculum development, with a focus on making AI accessible to both technical and non-technical audiences.
What You'll Walk Away With
Practical strategies for adopting AI safely and responsibly
A better understanding of emerging AI-powered cyber threats
Actionable guidance on protecting personal and business data
Insights into the skills shaping tomorrow's workforce
Direct access to experts through interactive, small-group discussions
Whether you're implementing AI in your business, preparing for the future of work, or simply trying to stay ahead of the rapidly changing AI landscape, this session will equip you with practical knowledge you can apply immediately.
About Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst
Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst holds an international reputation as a major global hub for cybersecurity training, entrepreneurship, research, policy development and public education. We offer a wide array of programs for individuals, entrepreneurs and organizations of all sizes. Based at Toronto Metropolitan University, with our headquarters in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, we deliver our programs and services throughout Canada and around the world.
About BVX 2026
Brampton Venture Expo (BVX) is Brampton's leading innovation and entrepreneurship event, bringing together founders, investors, industry leaders, corporate innovators, and ecosystem partners to explore the future of technology, business, and growth.
Organized by the Brampton Venture Zone (BVZ) by Toronto Metropolitan University and powered by the Brampton Innovation District (BID), BVX serves as a platform where industry, innovation, and entrepreneurship converge to accelerate economic growth and business success.
As part of BVX 2026's theme, "Where Industry Meets Innovation," this session provides entrepreneurs and business leaders with actionable insights to help transform ambition into sustainable growth.
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