Rethinking Security Conferences: Engagement and Innovation

In this episode Chris, Matt, and Izar discuss the current state of security conferences and gatherings for professionals in the field. They discuss the value and viability of different types of gatherings, the importance of networking and community-building at events, innovative approaches to conference formats and the need for something more engaging and participatory that caters to both introverts and extroverts.

Personal experiences and preferences for conference attendance and speaking engagements are discussed along with hybrid approaches that combine presentations with facilitated discussions and interactive elements.