SASE Summit Washington DC

SASE Summit 2025

Wednesday

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January

15

9:00am

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4:00pm

SASE Summit Washington DC

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Join us for a one-day event where we’ll explore the advantages of a unified network and security-as-a-service platform. Discover how to kickstart or elevate your agency’s journey toward meeting the unique demands of SASE and Zero Trust frameworks tailored for government needs.

Gain insights into the power of Netskope One and learn how government agencies can unlock seamless security and network transformation. With reduced risk, enhanced agility, optimized costs, and an exceptional user experience, this event offers the tools and strategies to drive meaningful change.

Key Topics:

What agile event programs are and why they're essential

Strategies and tools for building agile event marketing

How to scale agile event programs without losing brand integrity or valuable data

Steps you can take right now to introduce agile event marketing into your business

Networking, Security, and Zero Trust: A Federal Evolution

Join us for a one-day event where we’ll explore the advantages of a unified network and security-as-a-service platform. Discover how to kickstart or elevate your agency’s journey toward meeting the unique demands of SASE and Zero Trust frameworks tailored for government needs.

Gain insights into the power of Netskope One and learn how government agencies can unlock seamless security and network transformation. With reduced risk, enhanced agility, optimized costs, and an exceptional user experience, this event offers the tools and strategies to drive meaningful change.

Advance your Agency's Mission with Confidence and Innovation by:

Learning from seasoned practitioners on navigating industry complexities to build a robust SASE and Zero Trust architecture

Gaining insights into strategies for safeguarding your data within AI tools like ChatGPT, ensuring your agency stays ahead in data protection.

Discovering the Power of One: One Platform, One Code Base, One Boundary - secure and accelerate everything, everywhere.

Speaker Highlight

Robert Costello

Chief Information Officer at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Pending Agency Approval

Amy S. Hamilton, PHD

Faculty Chair, National Defense University

On assignment from Department of Energy

Jamie Holcombe

Chief Information Officer

The United States Patent and Trademark office

Mr. Sean Flowers

CISO, Office of Solutions and Service Delivery, DOC

Dr. Ken Clark

Senior Executive, US Federal Government

Pending Agency Approval

Tom Suder

CEO & Founder ATARC

Raymond Jones

IT Specialist

the United States Patent and Trademark office

Pending Agency Approval

Darren Cytryn

IT Telecomm Manager & Product Owner of

the United States Patent and Trademark office

Niharika Shukla

Enterprise Portfolio Manager

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

Pending Agency Approval

All Speakers

Krishna Narayanaswamy

Founder & Chief Technology Officer

Netskope

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Steve Riley

Field CTO & Creator of the first Gartner Magic Quadrant for ZTNA

Netskope

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Rich Davis

Product Marketing Director

Netskope

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Chris Apostolou

VP of Federal

Netskope

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Exclusive Gift for Early Registration

The first 50 registrants will receive a limited edition gift on the day of the event. This thoughtful token, valued at under $20, is our way of saying thank you for being part of this important initiative. Register now to secure your spot and ensure you don't miss out on this special opportunity!

Agenda Overview

9:00 AM

Registration and Networking Breakfast
Begin the day by registering and enjoying some coffee or tea while networking with fellow federal IT professionals and industry leaders

9:30 AM

Opening Remarks

A warm welcome and overview of the day ahead, setting the stage for a series of transformative discussions on Netskope’s solutions for the future of Federal Agencies

9:40 AM

Optimizing Government Security: Strategic Integration for Agility, Risk Reduction, and AI-Ready Defense

Strengthening defense systems through integrated security to enhance agility and reduce risk.

10:20 am

Strengthen your Security Posture with SASE + Zero Trust

Explore how combining SASE, Zero Trust, and AI can enhance security for agencies, enabling fast, secure operations while mitigating hidden threats in a hybrid, remote work environment.

10:50 AM

Customer-Led SASE Best Practices Panel: Insights & Learnings from Real-World Implementations

Moderated by: Jamie Holcombe, Chief Information Officer of United States Patent and Trademark office

11:20 AM

Energizing Morning Break

An opportunity to refresh, network, and digest the morning insights

11:40 AM

Securing Web and SaaS with AI-Powered Data and Threat Protection

Enhance security with Secure Web Gateways (SWG) and Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB), providing AI-driven protection and deep visibility at the data and action level

12:10 PM

Modernizing Remote Access with Complete VPN Replacement

Leverage Cloud-based solutions to enhance performance, resolve issues, and strengthen remote access security in your SASE transformation

12:25 PM

Lunch

Recharge and refresh with a catered lunch

1:25 PM

Navigating GenAI Adoption and Risk in Government Agencies

Explore common myths about GenAI, strategies for selecting the right technologies, and best practices for safeguarding data and managing risks as AI transforms cybersecurity and enterprise operations.

1:45 PM

Boost User Productivity while Minimizing Cost and Operational Complexity

Infrastructure & Operations

2:15 PM

Government Panel: Zero Trust

Moderated By: Tom Suder, ATARC

2:45 PM

Recharge Break

A brief interlude for refreshments and information discussions

3:05 PM

Unlocking the Full Potential of Single Vendor SASE with SD-WAN
Discover how integrating SD-WAN with your security stack can simplify network management, reduce costs, and enhance connectivity as part of your agency's SASE transformation.

3:25 PM

Closing Remarks & Networking Reception

Reflection on key takeaways and actionable insights then join us for an informal setting for building connections and discussing collaboration opportunities

3:35 PM

Networking Reception

An informal setting for building connections and discussing collaboration opportunities

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Agenda & Speakers

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After securing your registration, you'll receive exclusive updates and insider information leading up to the event. The first 50 registrants will receive a limited edition surprise on the day of the event!

Operation: Giving Back

Warm Feet for Warriors is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting active military personnel, veterans, and their families. As part of our commitment to giving back, we will be raising awareness and funds to provide warmth and comfort to those who have served our country.

Bring a pair of socks to warm feet and hearts at our DC SASE Summit!

Schedule

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Welcome and Introductions

Enjoy pastries and coffee while we kick things off

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

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10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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11:30 AM - Noon

Break

Enjoy lunch

Noon - 12:30 PM

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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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1:30 PM - 1:45 PM

Closing

12 pm

Cocktails and Networking

Agenda

Welcome and Introductions

9:00am - 10:00am

Enjoy pastries and coffee while we kick things off.

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10:00am - 10:15am

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10:15am - 11:00am

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11:00am - 11:30am

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Break

11:30am - 12:00pm

Enjoy lunch

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12:00pm - 12:30pm

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12:30pm - 1:30pm

Our VP of Marketing, Vicki Stroeh, kicks off the event with a welcome message.

Closing

1:30pm - 1:45pm

Cocktails and Networking

1:45pm

Run of show

12:00PM

Webinar Begins

Opening remarks from your hosts

12:15PM

5-Tips

5 Tips for Creating Virtual Events

12:45PM

Closing

Final remarks from your hosts

Agenda

12 pm

Welcome and Introductions

1 pm

Plenary Session

2 pm

Roundtable Discussion: “Staying ahead of cloud, data, and network security challenges”

Agenda

Welcome and Introductions

2 pm

Vicki Stroeh

Our VP of Marketing, Vicki Stroeh, kicks off the event with a welcome message.

Networking Circles

2:15 pm

Thom Francisco

Our VP of Product, Thom Fransisco, will facilitate organizing you into networking circles.

Keynote

2:45 pm

Olivia Cepis

CEO of Industry News Network, Olivia Cepis, delivers a keynote address.

Cocktail Reception

4 pm

DJ Deal Boreal

Enjoy a cocktail reception with entertainment provided by DJ Deal Boreal.

Your Hosts

Lucy Hernandez

Chief Creative Office

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Leo Di Salvo

Sr. Technology Consultant

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Lucy Hernandez

Chief Creative Officer

Openform

Lucy Hernandez is senior director of product marketing at Openform, where her goal is to help people unlock the power of in-person events.

Leo Di Salvo

Sr. Technology Consultant

Openform

Leo Di Salvo is the Senior Technology Consultant at Openform, where his goal is to help people unlock the power of in-person events.

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