STLCyberCon 2025

Advancing Cybersecurity Through Community, Research, and Real-World Dialogue

I had the honor of serving as a panelist at STLCyberCon 2025, hosted by the University of Missouri–Saint Louis (UMSL), one of the most impactful and community-driven cybersecurity conferences in the country.

The event brought together an incredible mix of students, practitioners, researchers, and industry leaders for a full day of meaningful conversations about where cybersecurity is heading next. From emerging threats to AI-driven defense, every discussion was grounded, practical, and focused on real-world impact.

Participating on the panel and engaging with the next generation of cybersecurity professionals was energizing. Events like this reinforce why our field continues to grow: collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to strengthening how we protect the systems shaping our world.

A sincere thank you to Dr. Dinesh Mirchandani, the UMSL Information Systems and Technology team, the organizers, speakers, sponsors, and every attendee who made this event a success. The quality of dialogue, research, and community engagement continues to set STLCyberCon apart.

We rise together — as a community, as professionals, and as educators — to build a safer and more resilient digital future.

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