Cybersecurity Conference: Navigating Risk in the Age of AI (VIRTUAL)

Jonathan Trimble

With more than 25 years of investigation and security experience, Jonathan is a co-founder of Bawn, which integrates cybersecurity, IT management, and cyber insurance to provide comprehensive cyber protection.

Prior to starting Bawn, Jonathan was a Special Agent at the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Jonathan led several complex investigations, which included the dismantlement of international organizations involved in cybercrime and financial institution fraud. Jonathan rose to become the Chief Technology Officer of the FBI’s Information Management Division, where he managed large-scale technical projects, including the development for the FBI’s $220M Central Records Complex and Data Analytics platform.

While working in private industry, Jonathan has led cybersecurity teams as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at a Midwest-based financial institution, and as Vice President of Services at an Austin-based cybersecurity startup. In 2018, Jonathan completed the Chief Information Security Officer program at Carnegie Mellon University.

With a passion for both client success and cybersecurity, Jonathan has served as the Chair of the Virginia Area Maritime Security Council Cyber Subcommittee, which raises awareness of maritime related cybersecurity issues with government, private industry, and industry association members. He most recently served as the Government Vice Chair on ACT-IAC’s Cyber Community of Interest, which provides opportunities for industry and federal government members to develop solutions to critical cybersecurity challenges.

Christopher Wisneski

Chris Wisneski is an IT Security and Assurance Services Manager in our Hartford, Connecticut office with more than 20 years of information technology experience, specializing in cybersecurity. Chris has a practice specialization in HIPAA, GLBA, DFARS/ITAR, Sarbanes-Oxley, GDPR, and FFIEC compliance and serves clients across the nonprofit, education, state agency, banking, manufacturing, and financial institution sectors.

Chris earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Gordon College. He is an active member of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA), Hartford Chapter, and the Security Communication Access Network (SCAN-Hartford). Chris also serves as a member of the Terrorism Information New York Group (TINYg) and is a Connecticut chapter member of FBI InfraGard.

Jacob Buttiker

Jacob W. Buttiker, JD

Jacob Buttiker represents businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other entities on transactional, corporate and regulatory matters. He has a particular focus on advising clients on technology and intellectual property licensing and state and federal regulatory data privacy and security matters, including compliance with data privacy laws, drafting data protection agreements, and assisting in data breach response. He is certified as an Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).

Prior to joining Day Pitney, Jacob interned for the State of Connecticut, Office of the Attorney General in the Privacy Division. He also served as a Legal Extern for Beiersdorf and a Privacy Intern at Sony and Yale University.

Education: Quinnipiac University School of Law, J.D., 2024 Fairfield University, B.A., 2019

Admissions: State of Connecticut District of Columbia

Perry Carpenter

Perry Carpenter is a multi-award-winning author, podcaster, and speaker with a passion for deception and technology. With over two decades in cybersecurity, Perry has dedicated his career to understanding how cybercriminals exploit human behavior.

Perry’s career has been a relentless pursuit of understanding how bad actors exploit human nature. His fascination for the art and science of deception began in childhood with magic tricks and mental manipulations, evolving into a mission to protect others from digital threats. As the Chief Deception Strategist at KnowBe4, Perry helps organizations and individuals build robust defenses against the ever-evolving landscape of online deceptions.

His latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions (Wiley: Oct 2024), tackles the fascinating and often daunting world of artificial intelligence. He explores AI’s potential benefits and the darker side of its application in deception and misinformation. Through engaging storytelling and practical advice, Perry equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of AI-driven deception.

Tim Weber

Tim Weber is Vice President of Growth at Cyber74, where he works with business leaders to understand and manage cybersecurity, compliance, and organizational risk. With nearly 30 years of IT and cybersecurity experience, Tim brings a business-focused perspective to the rapidly changing threat and regulatory landscape. He is a frequent speaker at conferences and industry events throughout the country, addressing cybersecurity, risk, compliance, and emerging threats. Tim has also been featured as a cybersecurity expert in national and regional media, including The New York Times. He holds CISSP and CEH certifications and a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance.

Chris Florentino

Christopher Florentino is a Senior Engagement Manager with ADNET Technologies, a New Charter Technologies company. He brings 20 years of experience and works with organizations to connect technology strategy, cybersecurity, compliance, and business risk with practical operational and financial decisions. Chris works across a range of regulated industries and brings together business leaders, technical teams, and subject matter experts to help organizations understand risk, prioritize investments, and develop actionable technology strategies.

Donny Shimamoto

Donny is the founder and managing director of IntrapriseTechKnowlogies LLC, an advisory-focused CPA firm providing innovation acceleration and business transformation services for small businesses, middle market organizations, and nonprofits. Donny is an internationally recognized thought leader and advisor in the accounting technology, IT risk management, and performance management areas. His dedication to helping accountants and organizations strategically leverage technology while proactively managing their business and technical risk is paramount.

Donny is also the Inspiration Architect for the Center for Accounting Transformation. The Center is a mind trust of innovative thinkers and experts who help enable transformation by guiding accountants, auditors, and tax practitioners through the adoption and changes required in order to step into the future of the accounting profession. It’s research-enabled courses, coaching, and competency development accelerate business transformation to #improvetheworld.

Donny was past co-chair of the National Conference of Lawyers and CPAs, was past chairman of the AICPA’s Information Management and Technology Assurance Exec Committee, and is a former member of its Governing Council, Assurance Services Exec Committee, and numerous other AICPA committees and task forces. Donny has been recognized as one of the Top Thought Leaders in Public Accounting by CPA Practice Advisor since 2012, Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting (2013/2014/2017-2025) by Accounting Today, Top 200 CPAs in America by Forbes, received the 2009-2010 President’s Award from the Hawaii Society of CPAs, was named to CPA Technology Advisor’s 40 Under 40 list in 2007 & 2009 & 2014, and was also a Hawaii Top High Tech Leader in 2004.