Sunshine Cyber Conference Prospectus

MARCH 27–28, 2024

SPONSOR + EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS

General Paul M. Nakasone, Commander, U.S. Cyber Command and Director, National Security Agency/Chief, Central Security Service, delivers the keynote address at Florida Cyber Conference 2019.

THE VENUE TAMPA CONVENTION CENTER

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

Florida’s Sunshine Cyber Conference is coming to Tampa on March 27 and 28, 2024, a spectacular event proudly presented by Cyber Florida! Brace yourself as we unite industry trailblazers, government visionaries, military strategists, and academic thought leaders under one roof for an unforgettable two-day journey into the future of cybersecurity.

With six unique learning tracks, there is something for everyone! Immerse yourself in the atmosphere as our keynote speakers, Tamiko Fletcher Kennedy Space Center CISO, Teenage hacker Bianca “@BiaSciLab” Lewis, and cybersecurity pioneer and visionary Winn Schwartau set the stage with insights that will reshape the landscape of cybersecurity.

The Sunshine Cyber Conference 2024 isn’t just an event—it’s a convergence of minds, a celebration of innovation, and a catalyst for the future of cybersecurity. Mark your calendars, secure your spot, and get ready to be part of Florida’s premier cybersecurity showcase!

OFFERING UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES

NETWORK with cybersecurity stakeholders from industry, military, government and academia

LEARN about emerging trends and opportunities within Florida’s cybersecurity community

MEET the people you need to know

DISCOVER new talent and ideas

ASSESS new and emerging technologies in cybersecurity

“I’ve gone every year and they keep getting better.”

— 2018 Conference Attendee

WHO ATTENDS?

Our conference has quickly become the “can’t miss” networking event for Florida stakeholders in cybersecurity, bringing together a diverse audience from multiple sectors to encourage dialogue, share information, address emerging trends and threats, and promote collaboration. Below is a sampling of job titles from some of our 2019 conference attendees.

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WHY SPONSOR?

•Boost visibility to a broad range of cybersecurity stakeholders from across the state of Florida and beyond

•Enjoy name and logo recognition

•Position your company as a thought leader in the cybersecurity realm

•Network and make new connections

•Meet decision-makers on-site

•Discover emerging technologies

DATESAND DEADLINES

March 19

Deadline to be included in printed conference materials (based on sponsorship level)

March 22

Deadline for giveaway to be included in tote bag (Giveaways must be delivered to the Tampa Convention Center no later than March 25, 2024)

For more information, contact:

Yuliia Buzykina Event Manager, Cyber Florida 813 396 0288 buzykina@cyberflorida.org

Learn more at cyberflorida.org/sunshine

“The panels were very insightful and informative.”

— 2018 Conference Attendee

Roger Grimes, Data-Driven Defense Evangelist, KnowBe4, covers “12 Ways to Defeat Multifactor Authentication.”

Vice Admiral (Ret.)

Mike McConnell Booz Allen Hamilton

Ted Schlein Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers

Ashley Moody Florida Attorney General

Brian Murphy ReliaQuest

Roland Cloutier Principal, The Business Protection Group

Gen. Keith Alexander U.S. Army (Ret.)

Roger Grimes KnowBe4

John C. “Chris” Inglis United States Naval Academy Paladin

Andy Zolper Raymond James Financial

Brad Dispensa Amazon Web Services

Diane M. Janosek National Security Agency

Scott Charney

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“I especially enjoyed presentations by government officials. I appreciate knowing their view of the world. Being in the same room with General Nakasone was a treat.”

—2019 Attendee

DIAMOND SPONSOR

$35,000 (1 available)

• EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP with the highest level of visibility

• Twenty-five (25) registrations

• Four (4) pre-conference VIP dinner tickets

• Company logo with link prominently featured on event webpage

• Company logo with link included in event email campaign

• Company logo prominently featured on conference signage and all marketing materials

• Company logo featured on conference badge

• Company logo on event app

• Opportunity to include giveaway item in the conference bag (item can only be name and logo)*

• Dedicated social media post thanking the company for their sponsorship

• Opportunity to offer up to 5 minutes of comments and/or welcome from the stage prior to opening keynote presentation*

• Will honor early-bird registration rates for sponsoring organization employees to attend, once organization has used all registrations provided with sponsorship

*Subject to Cyber Florida approval

Chris Inglis, Managing Director at Paladin delivers the “Thriving in the Cyber Age” keynote address at the 2018 Florida Cyber Conference.

PLATINUM SPONSOR

$30,000 (1 available)

Fifteen (15) registrations

• Two (2) pre-conference VIP dinner tickets

• Company logo with link prominently featured on event webpage

• Company logo with link included in event email campaign

• Company logo featured on conference signage and all marketing materials

Dedicated social media post thanking the company for their sponsorship

• Company logo on event app

• Opportunity to include giveaway item in the conference bag (item can only be name and logo)*

• Company name included in press announcements

Will honor early-bird registration rates for sponsoring organization employees to attend, once organization has used all registrations provided with sponsorship

*Subject to Cyber Florida Approval

“Ann Neuberger’s presentation was excellent. She was impressive and connected with the audience.”

—2019 Attendee

“Overall a good conference. Many speakers were up to date on their topics.

That was the best part.”

—2019 Attendee

GOLD SPONSOR

$20,000 (2 available)

• Five (5) registrations

• Company logo on event webpage with link

• Company logo included in digital program

• Company logo on event app

• Company logo featured on conference signage

• Dedicated social media post thanking the company for their sponsorship

• Opportunity to include giveaway item in the conference bag (item can only be name and logo)* Will honor early-bird registration rates for sponsoring organization employees to attend, once organization has used all registrations provided with sponsorship

*Subject to Cyber Florida Approval

GOLD + OPPORTUNITIES $25,000 (6 AVAILABLE)

• Reception

•All Gold deliverables

•Company logo featured exclusively on Reception signage

• Podcast Studio

•All Gold deliverables

•Company logo featured exclusively on the Podcast Recording Studio

All attendees will be eligible (availability limited) to book time with the podcast recording team to tell their greatest cybersecurity story.

•Mobile App

• All Gold deliverables

• Company logo featured on splash screen of mobile app

•CTF

• All Gold deliverables

• Company logo featured exclusively on CTF signage

•Pre-conference VIP Reception

• All Gold deliverables

•Company logo featured exclusively on all Pre-conference VIP Reception signage and materials

SILVER SPONSOR

$10,000 (5 available)

• Three (3) registrations Company logo on event webpage with link

• Company logo included in digital program

• Company logo on event app

• Dedicated social media post thanking the company for their sponsorship

• Will honor early-bird registration rates for sponsoring organization employees to attend, once organization has used all registrations provided with sponsorship

*Subject to Cyber Florida approval

John Felker, assistant director, Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA).

SILVER + OPPORTUNITIES

$15,000 (2 AVAILABLE)

• Coffee Break

• All Silver deliverables

• Coffee sleeves with company logo (deadline 3/11)

BiaSciLab Training Sessions

BiaSciLab Training Sessions at Sunshine Cyber Conference will feature live instruction in soldering and cryptography by teenage hacker Bianca Lewis, also known as @BiaSciLab.

• All Silver deliverables

• Company logo featured in the BiaSciLab Training Session Space

BRONZE

OPPORTUNITIES

BRONZE SPONSOR

•Charging Stations

• All Bronze Deliverables

• Company logo featured exclusively on all charging stations

•Water Stations

• All Bronze Deliverables

$5,000 (8 available)

Two (2) registrations

• Company logo on event webpage with link

• Company logo included in digital program

• Company logo on event app

• Dedicated social media post thanking the company for their sponsorship Will honor early-bird registration rates for sponsoring organization employees to attend, once organization has used all registrations provided with sponsorship

“Florida Cyber Conference 2019 was great again, as usual.”

—2019 Attendee

For all sponsorship levels, please note the following: Pursuant to IRS guidelines, support is defined as a “Qualified Sponsorship,” which means no endorsement of your business, qualitative or comparative language, price information or indication of savings or value can be included in written words or in program remarks. In essence, your organization can be acknowledged through simple use of your name, logo and location, but no message that promotes or markets any trade or business, or any service, facility or product is permissible.

Please Note

1.Prominence, positioning and size of sponsor logo placements and name listings in event materials, etc. is proportionate to level of support.

2.Inclusion and/or mention in any referenced communications, materials, etc. is subject to sponsor commitment confirmed prior to print and other deadlines.

3. Cyber Florida approval is required for Presenting Sponsor session speaker and topic, program copy and on-stage welcome script.

March 19, 2024

Deadline to be included in printed conference materials (based on sponsorship level)

March 22, 2024

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STANDARD EXHIBITOR PACKAGE $1,000

•Full 10’ wide x 10’ deep booth that includes:

•One 8’ high pipe and drape backdrop with 3’ high pipe and drape sides

•One 6’ table, clothed and skirted; two chairs

•Two conference registrations

•Company listing in the conference event program, app and website

•Opportunity to include giveaway item in the conference bag (item can only be name and logo)*

•Additional booth staff registrations will be honored at the 2024 early-bird discount price per person, up to a maximum of six (6) total sales representatives per booth

•List of registered attendees who agree to have their information shared with exhibitors

A discounted standard exhibitor package is available for $500 for academic institutions

“Ann Neuberger’s presentation was excellent. She was impressive and connected with the audience.”

—2019 Attendee

2024 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Tamiko Fletcher is Kennedy Space Center’s chief information security officer (CISO) and chief of the Kennedy IT Security Office. As CISO, Ms. Fletcher is responsible for minimizing Kennedy’s IT security risk, obtaining visibility into IT security operations, and providing guidance for compliance with NASA’s IT security standards and federal regulations. Ms. Fletcher participates in various community services activities around Central Florida, including; Tomorrow’s Investment Matter, the Upward Bound Program at Rollins College, and the National Society of Black Engineers.

Bianca Lewis, “BiaSciLab,” is a 16 year old hacker, maker and international speaker. She was the youngest speaker at H.O.P.E. and has spoken multiple times at DEF CON; Speaking in the Voting Village, Bio Hacking Village and the r00tz Asylum kids con. She received national attention when she hacked the voting reporting system at DEFCON 26, this work was recently highlighted at the U.S. Congressional Hearing on Election Security. BiaSciLab is the Founder and CEO of Girls Who Hack and Secure Open Vote.

Winn Schwartau is one of the world’s top experts on security, privacy, infowar, and cyber-terrorism. He is also the Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of The Security Awareness Company. When speaking, Winn takes highly technical security subjects and makes them understandable and entertaining. In 2008, Winn was voted one of the 25 Most Influential People in the Security Industry by Security Magazine. He has authored over 12 security books, including Metawar - The Art & Science of: How to Survive AI-Driven Reality Distortion, Disinformation, Manipulation, & Addiction in the Metaverse

Foradditional information regarding sponsorship orexhibitor opportunities, contactYuliiaat: buzykina@cyberflorida.org

EXHIBITOR REQUIREMENTS & INFORMATION

• Exhibitors are responsible for ordering and paying for any services and/or equipment not listed above by working directly with the appropriate TCC vendor. An exhibitor kit containing all vendor information and forms will be provided after payment is received.

• Lead retrieval will be available for exhibitors to purchase once exhibitor participation is confirmed and paid for.

• To reserve your booth, please complete and return the Exhibitor Registration Form along with your payment.

• Booths will not be assigned until payment is received

• Exhibit booths will be assigned by Cyber Florida on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Exhibitors interested in securing more than one booth space should contact buzykina@cyberflorida.org.

Important Deadlines

Exhibitor Registration Form and Payment February 26, 2024

Cancellation Requests February 29, 2024

Deadline to include Giveaway in Tote March 8, 2024

Deadline to Process Exhibitor Registrations March 12, 2024

The above deadline for return of the Exhibitor Registration Form and payment does not guarantee availability of an exhibitor booth. Booths will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis as space in the exhibit hall is limited.

Learn more at cyberflorida.org/sunshine

The 2024 Duel Factor CTF Challenge will allow conference attendees to compete as an individual or as a team of up to 10, using penetration testing and forensic skills to gather clues and collect evidence. When the countdown commences, start pursuing threads of artifacts, each built around a specific security skill set such as web, SQL, and password security.

For all sponsorship levels, please note the following: Pursuant to IRS guidelines, support is defined as a “Qualified Sponsorship”, which means no endorsement of your business, qualitative of comparative language, price information or indication of savings or value can be included in written words or in program remarks. In essence, your organization can be acknowledged through simple use of your names, logo and location, but no message that promotes or markets and trade or business, or any service, facility or product is permissible.