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This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. # CyberPulse: Inside the War Room #### Afternoon Briefing | 2 PM – 6:30 PM | November 12, 2025 | Houston [Apply Now](https://landing.beazley.security/houston-crisis-simulation-nov-12-application#UScyberpulsenov12apply) ## Simulate. Strategize. Strengthen. --- 2025-11-12T19:00:00+0000 -0600 The countdown to this event is over! 00 Days 00 Hours 00 Minutes 00 Seconds Join Beazley Security for an exclusive, in-person experience where decision-makers and security leaders come together to confront one of the most pressing challenges of our time: navigating a live cyber attack. This highly interactive event puts you in the middle of a realistic crisis simulation—designed to test your instincts, challenge your thinking, and equip you with actionable strategies. Whether you're a CISO, CIO, legal counsel, or part of an incident response team, this event will provide a fresh, collaborative perspective on cyber risk. ## Agenda | **2:00 – 2:30 PM** | Registration & Welcome Coffee Ease into the afternoon with a chance to connect before the simulation begins. | | --- | --- | | **2:30 – 2:45 PM** | Opening Keynote & Setting the Stage Get briefed on the cyber threat landscape and the scenario you'll be stepping into. | | **2:45 – 4:15 PM** | Crisis Simulation: Navigating a Cyber Attack Follow the unfolding of a cyber incident in real time. Six executive-level participants will take on C-suite roles, making tough calls under pressure. The audience will play a key role too—voting, debating, and influencing outcomes. | | **4:15 – 4:30 PM** | Break A chance to recharge before the discussion resumes. | | **4:30 – 4:50 PM** | Live Audience Engagement & Discussion Review the simulation decisions and compare audience input with panel responses. | | **4:50 – 5:30 PM** | Expert Panel: Lessons Learned & Best Practices Industry experts reflect on the simulation, share insights, and answer your questions. | | **5:30 – 6:30 PM** | Networking Cocktail Wrap up the day with informal conversations, connections, and reflections over drinks. |     \* Please note: This is a closed-door event. Attendance is limited and all applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. We reserve the right to accept participants whose profiles align with the intended audience and objectives of the event. Brokers, members of the press, and competitors will not be permitted. ![studewood 1](https://landing.beazley.security/hs-fs/hubfs/studewood%201.jpg?width=1000&height=668&name=studewood%201.jpg) ### Who Should Attend? CISOs, CIOs, senior IT and security managers, and other key decision-makers responsible for safeguarding their organization against cyber threats. ![studewood2](https://landing.beazley.security/hs-fs/hubfs/studewood2.jpg?width=1024&height=682&name=studewood2.jpg) ### Why Attend? - Experience a real-time cyber crisis from multiple perspectives - Engage with senior leaders and cyber security professionals - Gain practical takeaways to enhance your own response planning - Network with peers in a relaxed, professional setting ## Meet our speakers ### [Wil Powell](https://landing.beazley.security/houston-crisis-simulation-nov-12-application#inline-content-1dnd_area-module-19)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilpowell/) Global Head, Incident Response and Restoration Services Beazley Security ![Wil Powell](https://landing.beazley.security/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Untitled%20Design.png) Wil Powell Global Head, Incident Response and Restoration Services Beazley Security About Wil Powell Wil has over 30 years of telecommunications and information technology experience and held a  Department of Defense security clearance. He fills a unique skill set within Incident Response and Recovery Services (IRRS).  He leverages his wealth of knowledge, training, and experience to investigate, mitigate, and restore compromises of large scale, complex, mission critical and enterprise networks and systems. Wil has been involved in numerous information security assessments including GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) compliance. His years of experience have included working closely with numerous local, federal, and foreign law enforcement agencies in supporting their missions. These include, but are not limited to; FBI, DEA, Secret Service, US Marshals, US Attorney’s Office, DoD, SPAWAR, US Navy, and other local, state, and foreign  911/112 public safety facilities and infrastructures. After the terrorist attacks of September 11th, Wil was recognized as an integral part of a special team to enhance the surveillance capabilities for the FBI activities involving the 2002 Winter Olympics. Additionally, Wil is also an active commercial pilot and flight instructor. Holding additional flight certificates in both Canada and Hungary. Over the last 18 years, Wil has held an appointment as a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Safety Representative out of the FAA’s Denver Regional Flight Standards District Office (FSDO). [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilpowell/) ### [Michelle Waldron](https://landing.beazley.security/houston-crisis-simulation-nov-12-application#inline-content-2dnd_area-module-19)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-waldron-1ba20828/) Vice President, Cyber Services (Americas) Beazley Security ![Michelle Waldron](https://landing.beazley.security/hubfs/Michelle%20Waldron.png) Michelle Waldron Vice President, Cyber Services (Americas) Beazley Security About Michelle Waldron Michelle Waldron leads the Cyber Services team for the Americas, as VP, Cyber Services. She oversees cross-functional delivery and ensures alignment of operational strategy across insurance and security. She plays a key role in navigating complex risk environments, facilitating tabletop exercises to strengthen cyber resilience, and delivering speaking engagements that translate cyber security challenges into practical strategies. Michelle is passionate about empowering businesses to anticipate threats, respond effectively, and build enduring cyber maturity across sectors.​ With over 16 years of insurance experience and a Master of Legal Studies in Cybersecurity and Information Privacy from Drexel University, Michelle Waldron brings a unique blend of legal, compliance, and operational expertise to the evolving landscape of risk and cyber security. Her work spans insurance, wealth management, and compliance, leveraging her background to support organizations of all sizes in their proactive risk management and incident response needs. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-waldron-1ba20828/) ### [and YOU](https://landing.beazley.security/houston-crisis-simulation-nov-12-application#inline-content-3dnd_area-module-19) and YOU About and YOU Each of you brings valuable experience, insights, and perspectives from your own roles and industries. We encourage you to lean in, contribute your ideas, and challenge the discussion. Together, your knowledge will enrich the conversation and make the experience even more impactful   ## Apply Here Ready to Strengthen Your Security? At Beazley Security, we’re here to help you navigate today’s complex cyber threat landscape with confidence. 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