Wisconsin Governor's Cybersecurity Summit 2026
Overview
The Wisconsin Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit is where the state’s cyber strategy takes shape.
For more than a decade, Wisconsin has led with a proactive, collaborative approach to protecting its digital infrastructure. This Summit offers focused, practical content built around real incidents, lessons learned, and proven solutions. Attendees hear directly from state leadership, military and emergency management partners, CIOs, CISOs, and industry experts on the issues most critical to Wisconsin’s cybersecurity posture. This summit equips leaders at every level to work smarter, respond faster, and defend the systems residents depend on every day. Protecting Wisconsin isn't just IT work; it’s public service. Join the partners across the state who are making security stronger, safer, and more resilient!
Participants gain:
- Actionable tactics to reduce cyber risk
- Case studies and best practices from Wisconsin agencies and local governments
- Threat intelligence from public and private sector experts
- Networking with security peers and regional partners
- Tools to better protect communities, services, and critical systems
I look forward to joining fellow SLTT leaders in Appleton for the 2026 Wisconsin Governor's Cybersecurity Summit. Our shared commitment to protecting Wisconsin can deliver secure by design infrastructure adaptable to new challenges. By prioritizing automation and retiring legacy risks, we empower our workforce with greater speed and security. This gathering is a vital step in our effort to build a resilient Wisconsin that serves everyone.
– Bill Brinkley, State Chief Information Security Officer & Director, Wisconsin Department of Administration
Fox Cities Exhibition Center (FCEC)
355 W. Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54911
920-733-8000 x1561
Fox Cities Exhibition Center (FCEC)
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Tom Bernd
Project Manager
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin
Bill Brinkley
State Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin
Robert Kehoe
Wisconsin Elections Commission
Amanda Kollmorgran
Deputy State Director
Department of Military Affairs
State of Wisconsin
Jake Langenhahn
Outreach Specialist
Wisconsin Towns Association
Jennifer Mueller
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Health Services
State of Wisconsin
Ed Murphy
Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer
University of Wisconsin System
Jay Schaefer
Cyber Security Architect
Winnebago County
Ed Snow
Chief Information Security Officer
Educational Communications Board
State of Wisconsin
James Sylla
Deputy Administrator
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin
Barry West
Director
Waushara County
Trina Zanow
Chief Information Officer and Administrator
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin
Industry Representatives
Maxwell Babler
Senior Account Manager
Capital Data, Inc.
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: April 7 and 8, 2026
Open to Public Sector only.
Registration - Free
If you represent a Private Sector organization and are interested in Sponsorship Opportunities, please contact Heather Earney.
This event is open to all individuals who meet the eligibility criteria, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants.
Contact Information
Need help registering, or have general event questions? Contact:
Jasmin Tetzlaff
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1308
E-mail: jtetzlaff@erepublic.com
Already a sponsor, but need a hand? Reach out to:
Mireya Gaton
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone:(916) 296-2617
E-Mail: mgaton@erepublic.com
Want to sponsor and stand out? Reach out to explore opportunities!
Heather Earney
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 365-2308
E-mail: heather.earney@erepublic.com