CyberPulse: Inside the War Room
Afternoon Briefing | 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM | September 1, 2026 | Vancouver
Simulate. Strategize. Strengthen.
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Join Beazley Security Canada, Beazley, and Dolden Wallace Folick LLP 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, followed by networking and cocktails.
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
| 1:00 – 2:15 PM |
Registration & Welcome Coffee at the Beazley Bowler Bus Join us from 1:00pm for a coffee, a sweet treat, and an opportunity to celebrate 80 years of Beazley before the event begins. Inspired by Around the World in 80 Days, this unique experience celebrates Beazley's Journey from a London Market insurer to a leading global specialty insurer. 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. Participants will take on C-suite roles, making tough calls under pressure. You will play a key role - 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. |
Who Should Attend?
CISOs, CIOs, senior IT and security managers, and other key decision-makers responsible for safeguarding their organization against cyber threats.
Why Attend?
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Experience a real-time cyber crisis from multiple perspectives
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Engage with senior leaders and cyber security professionals
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Gain practical takeaways to enhance your own response planning
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Network with peers in a relaxed, professional setting
Meet our speakers
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).
Andrew Girman
Andrew is a seasoned cybersecurity professional and Director of Cyber Services at Beazley Security, bringing a strong legal foundation and years of experience in incident response and data privacy. Prior to joining Beazley, Andrew practiced as a data privacy attorney at Mullen Coughlin LLC, where he advised insureds through forensic investigations and regulatory notification processes. At Beazley Security, Andrew leads incident response coordination efforts, connecting insureds with appropriate technical and legal resources during active security events. He also helps organizations strengthen their cyber readiness through proactive services such as tabletop exercises and incident response plan reviews. Andrew’s background in law and cybersecurity allows him to guide and support clients through high-stake incidents with both legal precision and operational insight, helping organizations mitigate risk, manage regulatory obligations, and reduce business impact.
Mercy Iannicello
