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North America

Cyber Week Activities


San Francisco

Higher Education Security Leadership Summit 2026

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Monday, March 23–Thursday, March 26, 2026

San Francisco
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Monday, 23 March 2026

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AGENDA

MONDAY, MARCH 23

12:00–1:00 PM

North America Executive Lunch

1:00–1:15 PM

Break

1:15–2:30 PM

Tomorrow, Secured Keynote Address

6:00–9:00 PM

Exclusive Executive Reception

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Industry leaders are convening at SHACK15 in San Francisco’s iconic Ferry Building for a first look at the roadmap that will define the next decade of cybersecurity. The discussion will center on automating complex defense and preparing infrastructure for the quantum reality, including a pre-market reveal of our upcoming innovations in AI-driven network security, security operations, next-gen identity and more.


Keynote Speakers

Meerah Rajavel

Chief Information Officer

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Nikesh Arora

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer


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Lee Klarich

Chief Product and Technology Officer


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Kelly Waldher

Chief Marketing Officer


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Anand Oswal

Executive Vice President - Network Security


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Breakout Host

Dan Campbell 

President, North America Sales

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Helmut Reisinger

CEO, EMEA

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Marcos Pupo

President, LATAM 

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Simon Green

President, JAPAC

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Riccardo Galbiati

Chief Security Officer

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Philippa Cogswell

Managing Partner, Unit 42,

Asia Pacific & Japan

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Sarah Sloan

Head of Government Affairs & Public Policy, ANZ and Indonesia

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Steve Manley

Regional Vice President, ANZ

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Dr. Toby Feakin

Geopolitics & Technology Expert

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EVENING HOST

Meerah Rajavel

Chief Information Officer

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Tom O'Brien

President, Strategics East

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Breakout Host

Dan Campbell 

President, North America Sales

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Helmut Reisinger

CEO, EMEA

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Marcos Pupo

President, LATAM 

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Simon Green

President, JAPAC

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Riccardo Galbiati

Chief Security Officer

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Philippa Cogswell

Managing Partner, Unit 42,

Asia Pacific & Japan

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Sarah Sloan

Head of Government Affairs & Public Policy, ANZ and Indonesia

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Steve Manley

Regional Vice President, ANZ

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Dr. Toby Feakin

Geopolitics & Technology Expert

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NORTH AMERICA CYBER WEEK EVENTS 

BY INVITATION ONLY

12–1 PM

North America Executive Lunch

SHACK15

A curated lunch experience bringing NAM executives together for meaningful conversation and strategic connection.

1:15–2:30 PM

Tomorrow, Secured Keynote Address

SHACK15

A strategic look at the innovations defining the next decade, from AI-driven security operations to post-quantum infrastructure.


6–9 PM

Exclusive Reception

SHACK15

Enjoy stunning Bay views from this iconic San Francisco landmark.
Savor amazing farm-to-table dishes blending Scandinavian and fresh
local cuisine, along with top-shelf drinks. This unparalleled experience
is designed to start the week relaxed, engaged and focused on the
strategies and innovations that will secure tomorrow.

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Reasons to Attend:

An Exclusive, AI-Focused Experience:

This isn’t a typical conference. It's a closed-door experience where candor meets cutting-edge insights. Expect intimate discussions, tailored content focused on the intersection of strategic leadership and AI innovation, and an elevated environment that reflects the caliber of its attendees and the critical importance of staying ahead in the AI landscape.

Actionable Strategic Foresight & AI Innovation:

Walk away with more than just ideas—gain actionable strategic foresight directly applicable to your organization. Through immersive sessions and visionary perspectives from industry leaders and AI innovators, this experience is designed to spark strategic thinking that will directly influence your roadmap and leadership agenda, empowering you to leverage cutting-edge AI innovations.

Curated, High-Impact Networking with Elite Decision-Makers:

Curated, High-Impact Networking with Elite Decision-Makers: Engage in highly curated, confidential conversations with an elite peer group, including top decision-makers from universities around the globe and influential AI experts. This invitation-only setting ensures every attendee is a strategic leader, fostering authentic dialogue and high-level collaboration without distractions, particularly around the transformative potential of AI.

Unparalleled Access to the Palo Alto Networks Inner Circle:

Your invitation extends beyond the summit. As our guest, you will have the opportunity to request one-on-one Executive Briefings and join our most exclusive annual event, Club 42. Hosted by Nikesh Arora at The Battery, this is the ultimate networking experience, featuring world-class entertainment and the chance to connect with influential leaders from the globe's largest organizations.

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SPEAKER BIO

Michael Coden

Head of Cybersecurity Practice

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