Society for Information Management (SIM)- Minnesota Chapter

We'd like to give a huge shout out to our amazing panelists tonight. Thank you to Tim Thull for moderating the lively discussion amongst Vince Aimutis, Craig Debban, and Steen Fjalstad about all things cyber-security related. Thanks also to event sponsor Hollstadt Consulting for hosting the event. Favorite quote of the night: "I reserve the right to get smarter". Wise words from Craig on how continuous learning about IT security is necessary because security is never "done". Check out our upcoming events for the summer and apply for membership here. We'd love to meet you at our next meeting in June, a virtual session on networking for introverts! https://lnkd.in/gBuKwDV

Join us at Hollstadt Consulting's office in Eagan, MN for tonight's CISO panel: Securing Your Future in an Unsecure World Last chance to register and catch this engaging event! https://lnkd.in/gVeixgjk

It’s hard to believe, but we’re at the halfway point of the 2024 SIM IT Trends Study data collection period. The SIM Research Fellows would appreciate you taking some time to use the personalized link sent to each member. This not only provides great insight to all of our IT leaders on major trends in the industry, but it can also bring funds in for our chapter! New this year - the Chapter Challenge rewards have been doubled! SIM will award $20,000 in SIM Leadership Institute Vouchers to the top three chapters. The Minnesota chapter is currently in 2nd place and we still have time to reach 100% completion! Missing your link? Contact Chris Maurer at csm9y@virginia.edu to have your link resent to you.

Last chance to register for Thursday's CISO event! While registration was offline for a bit this morning, it's back up and running. Join us for an engaging discussion around the security of our power grid, third party vendor security, posture management, and supply-chain security with Vince Aimutis Steen Fjalstad and Craig Debban. Senior IT leaders don't want to miss this! https://lnkd.in/gVeixgjk

"Are you ready to tackle the 7 critical IT security discussions that every IT leader must have? Dive into this illuminating article on CIO.com, where you'll uncover essential insights for navigating complex security challenges within your organization. Stay ahead of the curve and empower your team with the knowledge they need to protect your digital assets. #ITSecurity #Leadership #CIOinsights" https://lnkd.in/dTG8T7zK Interested in learning more about what local Minnesota CISOs are doing to protect their organizations? Join us on May 16 for a lively panel discussing practical applications to control 3rd party and Supply Chain threats, and the ever evolving landscape of accountability for securing an unsecure world. https://lnkd.in/gVeixgjk

We are excited to announce the first set of CIO's who have graciously donated their time for our charity golf event's auction. These funds go directly into our scholarship fund, and will help us continue to invest in IT education for Minnesota students. Information on bidding will be released closer to the August 5th event date. There are still FIVE CIO Pick sponsorships up for grabs. These receive a pick of the CIO auction pool to have a 1 hour meeting (unlimited value), get one complimentary golfer (worth $200), and a golf hole (worth $1,500) for the event. Sponsorship registration can be completed here: https://lnkd.in/dGSwW_rH Interested in golfing with us? Register your golfers here: https://lnkd.in/dRJM_XiA Thank you to our CIO's! Tina Thousand, All Surfaces Tammylynne Jonas (Johnson), Donaldson Shawn Burk, Braun Intertec Corporation Ross Gilbertson, Northern Tool + Equipment Robin Brown, Cirrus Rahoul Ghose, ECMC Michael Lang, CommonBond Communities Dan McDermott, Tank Holding Corp. Jeff Holschuh, Sun Country Airlines Kathryn Freytag, Ingersoll Rand James Gain, LTCG      Marc Carlson, Land O'Lakes, Inc.

In an era where information spreads rapidly across digital platforms, the need for dynamic leadership in digital risk is more important than ever in combatting disinformation. Join the DigiRisk SIG in a 2-part webcast series. At the May webcast, DigiRisk co-leads will be joined by Chris Feola and Dr. Matthew Jennings to explore: - understanding the threats and consequences - spotting disinformation In June, Chris Feola returns and will be joined by Dr. Keri Pearlson to continue the discussion on: - professional and social responsibilities of Digital Risk Leaders - tips for safeguarding the information ecosystem. Our objective with the series is to equip you with actionable insights to protect against disinformation, to foster a resilient and informed society. Register Here for the May webcast on Wed, May 8 at 12:30pm ET: https://lnkd.in/gb72yfyZ

We are only 9 days away from our premier event, featuring a CISO panel discussion. Sign up today!

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Ready to delve into the essentials of IT security leadership? Join us for an exclusive event where seasoned CISOs Vince Aimutis, Craig Debban, and Steen Fjalstad will share their expertise. With backgrounds spanning diverse industries and continents, they bring a wealth of knowledge to the table. From practical strategies for controlling 3rd party and Supply Chain threats to navigating the evolving cybersecurity landscape, this discussion promises invaluable insights. Secure your spot now and be part of this dynamic exchange! Thank you to our event sponsor, Hollstadt Consulting https://lnkd.in/gVeixgjk