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Join us on Thursday, April 30th, at the Norris Conference Center for a full day of collaboration, networking, and expert-led insights. Whether you are looking to earn 6-12 CPE credits or want to connect with top solution providers, this is the place to be.

Why you should attend:
• 20+ expert-led sessions covering the latest in cyber.
• A special PLUS course on Securing & Enabling AI led by Rodney Beard on April 29 (the day before the main conference).
• Deep dives into the 2026 Timeless Cybersecurity theme: exploring how traditional defensive postures translate to our modern age of disruption.

Exclusive BGH Savings: We want to see our community represented! Use these promo codes to save on your registration:

• BGHSWC1: Save $50 on a Conference Pass.
• BGHSWP1: Save $75 on a PLUS Pass.
• BGHSWO1: Get an Open Sessions Pass for FREE.

Don't wait, register today and join us as we beat back threats and explore what matters in security.

🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/1tYL50YOQ8X!

"Back, back, back it up" Accidentally deleted an important file? It happens. Backing up your data regularly helps keep the important stuff safe, so one mistake doesn’t mean it’s gone for good. Learn more at getcybersmart.org

Hopefully your day was spent in service and/or reflection. As we honor and commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, we’re reminded that our progress is deeply interconnected. Dr. King’s words challenge us to look beyond individual success and commit to collective responsibility, accountability, and care for one another.

When we invest in each other’s growth, dignity, and opportunity, we move closer to the just and equitable world he envisioned. Our liberation, excellence, and humanity are bound together.

Today and every day may we choose to show up, do the work, and help one another become what we ought to be.

Need a reset and recharge before the new year? BlackGirlsHack is bringing Natalie Thomas (Founder of The Remix Center) to deliver 4 sessions on mental wellness support through December and January! Natalie has over 20 years of experience helping individuals navigate stress, burnout, and grief. Join us December 22nd and 29th, then January 12th and 26th at 1pm ET!

Register: blackgirlshack.org/events

Be a smart cookie and safeguard yourself from shopping scams this holiday season. Check out this Online Shopping Resource put together by our friends at Take9: https://ow.ly/HP7a50XC4RB

"The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members." - Coretta Scott King

We are thankful for each and everyone of you. For your tenacity, your commitment, your compassion and your support.

However you spend the day, know that you are valued and appreciated.

Join us for November's remaining sessions where cyber professionals share real-world experience, career journeys, and how they hack the system (in the best way!) 💥 https://blackgirlshack.org/events

1️⃣ November 14, 2025 – 12:00 PM (ET)

🎙 Speaker: Alina Mueez (Associate, Schellman)
📍 Virtual
Alina will walk us through her path from student (Information Systems with minors in InfoSec & Leadership at The Ohio State University) to full-stack dev to cybersecurity auditor & risk lead. She’ll cover mentoring, representation, continuous learning—and give tips for entering the field.

2️⃣ November 21, 2025 – 1:00 PM (ET)

🎙 Speaker: Arielle Ezechukwu
📍 Virtual
Arielle brings an inspiring story: taking a career break for homeschooling & community leadership then re-entering cybersecurity with renewed clarity. She’ll speak on how communication, adaptability & life-experience power technical work.

🔐 What Is Threat Modeling?
Learn the 4 Stages of Threat Modeling — and Why It Matters

Join Robert Hurlbut, Principal Product Security Architect and Threat Modeling Trainer at Toreon, for a 45-minute interactive webinar that demystifies what Threat Modeling is — and how it helps teams build security in early.

You’ll learn:

✅ What Threat Modeling is (and why it’s essential)
✅ The 4 stages of Threat Modeling: Diagram, Identify, Counter, and Evaluate
🧩 Take part in a short hands-on exercise to see the process in action

🎓 All participants will receive free access to Toreon’s Intro to Threat Modeling course — a great way to continue learning after the session.

Don’t just talk about security — practice it.
📅 Date: November 20, 2025
📍 Register Here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/Mmz47tOeSLmX8FLNrDpjvg #/registration

Today, we paused to honor the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of all veterans from every background and community who have served. Your unwavering commitment helps uphold the freedoms we cherish, and your stories continue to inspire us all.​

We invite our followers to share which branch of service you or a loved one served in, or to post a favorite memory or message of gratitude for veterans in your life.​

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” – John F. Kennedy.​

Thank you to our veterans and their families for your bravery, strength, and sacrifices.