In 2019, we started with a cold database of 5000 IT and Security professionals.
We invited them to be part of our cyber security community MYREDFORT. 6 years later, we have 3 communities including Cloud Community and TechSellers) with audiences of over 80,000 engaging with us regularly in the UK, EMEA. We are now taking off in the US. In 2024, we ran our first in-person community event during InfoSec with CyberSync and thank our supporting sponsors for their faith in us both then and again in 2025.
In 2025, during CyberSync, we introduced our podcast series 'Unpatched'. Again, we couldn’t have done this without the support of our community of cyber security professionals, and IT Channel alike.
Here’s the fruits of everyone’s 'Unpatched' labours. We look forward to doing more!
CyberSync 2025 Overview
Looking back! What an amazing couple of days bringing together our community of cybersecurity professionals with the vendors that supply some of the leading technologies on the market today. Thanks for coming and looking forward to seeing you again in 2026 in the same, fantastic venue!
UnPatched Talks
Sovereignty and Resilience on a geopolitical scale
Nick Prescot: CyberKainos, CISO Advisory & Consultancy
Henrik Kindstedt: CRO Koolspan, Founder Kindstedt Ltd - Growth/Operations Consulting
Data regulations are reshaping the global tech landscape, challenging even the industry’s biggest players. Hear how two security leaders are navigating the shift.
AI and the Future of Channel Marketing
Ian Brigden: CEO and Founder, The Point Company
Max Sherwood: Co-Founder, Amigos Network
AI is rewriting the marketing playbook. Are channel marketers ready for what’s next?
PR and Cybersecurity: Two Sides of the Same Breach
Claire Ayles: Co-Founder, Eleven Hundred Agency
Nick Prescot: CyberKainos, CISO Advisory & Consultancy
Where does PR fit in a CISO’s world—and why does it matter now more than ever? Join a leading tech PR expert and a cloud-focused CISO for a candid discussion.
Rethinking Insider Threats in the Age of AI
Brian Woolgar-O'Niel: CTO and co-founder of Harmonic Security
Joseph Ross: CITP,FBCS, CTO & Finance Officer, Cyber Resilience Centre for the South West
AI is changing the face of insider risk. From unintentional misuse to shadow AI tools, today’s threats are more complex than ever. Join us to explore how security leaders are adapting policies, tools, and culture to stay ahead.
AI in Security- Hype Cycle or Real-Time Game Changer?
Brian Woolgar-O'Niel: CTO and co-founder of Harmonic Security
Now that every vendor claims AI is in their stack, how do we separate the signal from the noise? What are the real, measurable use cases in detection, SOC automation, or attacker behaviour modelling?
Is Compliance Enough? - Understanding the Gap Between Cybersecurity and Regulation
Goher Mohammad: Group Head of Information Security L&Q
Joseph Ross: CITP,FBCS, CTO & Finance Officer, Cyber Resilience Centre for the South West
Where do compliance and cybersecurity intersect—and is compliance a critical part of a strong security strategy?
Incident Response 2025: What Will It Take to Tackle AI-Driven Threats?
Jason O'Hare: CISO, Northern Europe L'Oreal
James Moncrieff: Director of Cyber Security, Nielsen IQ
Are today’s security teams equipped for a new era of automated attacks, deepfakes, and real-time decision-making?
Talks
Shadow AI: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
Joseph Ross: CITP,FBCS, CTO & Finance Officer, Cyber Resilience Centre for the South West
Joseph shares key insights from his research paper exploring the rising risks and implications of Shadow AI, and the challenges it poses for organisations today.
Manipulator or Listener: Navigating Emotional Intelligence in Cybersecurity
James Moncrieff: Director of Cyber Security, Nielsen IQ
In cybersecurity, strategic intent often collides with convenience, productivity, and core values. When policies fall short of shaping behaviour, influence takes over—but are we guiding change or manipulating it?
