Appalachia Advance 2026 - 5th Annual CyberTech Conference
Appalachia Technologies is excited to present Appalachia Advance 2026, a full-day CyberTech Conference focused on Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC), AI Security, and Cybersecurity.
Our 5th annual in-person event brings together nationally-recognized experts and Appalachia's highly-certified staff to deliver cutting-edge insights on the most pressing challenges facing organizations today.
This year's program features:
- Keynote address from leading cybersecurity authority, Dr. Chase Cunningham (aka. Dr. Zero Trust)
- General sessions covering strategic GRC, AI governance, and cybersecurity topics for all attendees
- Technical breakout sessions for IT practitioners, security professionals, and technical leaders
- Leadership/Executive breakout sessions for business owners, C-suite executives, and compliance leaders
- Interactive workshops and real-world case studies
- Networking opportunities throughout the day
The event runs from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, PA, and includes breakfast, lunch, and a networking happy hour.
Who Should Attend?
Executives & Business Leaders: C-suite, business owners, board members, and department heads seeking strategic guidance on cyber risk, AI governance, and building resilient security programs.
Compliance & GRC Professionals: Compliance officers, risk managers, auditors, and GRC leaders navigating frameworks like CMMC, SOC 2, and state regulations.
IT & Security Professionals: CISOs, IT directors, security architects, and technical practitioners implementing modern security controls and defenses.
Multi-Disciplinary Teams: Cross-functional leaders from Finance, HR, Legal, and Operations who play a critical role in cybersecurity and GRC programs.
Why Attend Appalachia Advance 2026?
✅ Stay Ahead of Emerging Threats – Understand the evolving threat landscape and learn practical strategies to protect your organization.
✅ Master GRC Essentials – Discover what Governance, Risk, and Compliance really mean and how to build programs that work for organizations of all sizes.
✅ Navigate AI Securely – Learn how to govern AI adoption, measure its business value, and implement it securely across your organization.
✅ Simplify Compliance – Get practical guidance on meeting regulatory requirements and managing multiple frameworks efficiently.
✅ Build Cross-Functional Security – Understand how every department plays a role in cybersecurity and how to get leadership buy-in for security initiatives.
✅ Network with Peers – Connect with fellow business leaders, security professionals, and industry experts facing similar challenges.
✅ Learn from the Best – Gain insights from nationally-recognized speakers, Appalachia's experienced team, and partners who bring deep expertise in compliance and risk management.
Registration opens July 1st, with Early Bird pricing through the month. To register, visit Appalachia Advance 2026
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