Enrico Verzegnassi is a cybersecurity leader and offensive security specialist currently serving as Head of Offensive Cyber Security at Nexi, one of Europe’s leading payment technology companies.

With a strong academic and professional foundation in cybersecurity, Enrico holds a Master’s degree in Computer Engineering from Sapienza University of Rome, where he specialized in cybersecurity, enterprise security, network security, machine learning, cloud computing, big data, and advanced computing systems. As part of his academic research, he conducted his Master’s thesis at Florida Atlantic University, focusing on cybersecurity and the Internet of Things (IoT). His research led to the publication and presentation of a scientific paper at an IEEE IoT conference in Ireland, exploring attack detection in IoT environments through network data conformity analysis.

Throughout his career, Enrico has developed extensive expertise in offensive security, threat-led testing, enterprise security, network defense, and cyber resilience. His professional interests span network and enterprise security, IoT security, forensic data analysis, Linux systems, machine learning, and the application of big data techniques to cybersecurity challenges.

Combining deep technical knowledge with practical industry experience, he is passionate about helping organizations strengthen their security posture and prepare for an increasingly complex threat landscape. Enrico is recognized for his ability to bridge advanced security research with real-world cybersecurity operations and business resilience.

Julie B is a cybersecurity leader, AI Security Architect, and Offensive Security specialist with more than 14 years of experience securing, testing, and architecting enterprise, cloud, and artificial intelligence systems.

Currently serving as Cybersecurity Expert, Team Lead, and AI Champion at Vidéotron, she is recognized for her expertise at the intersection of AI security, adversarial machine learning, offensive security, and enterprise architecture. Julie specializes in securing Generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) environments, with deep knowledge of prompt injection, jailbreak techniques, model exploitation, adversarial AI, and AI red teaming. Her work focuses on helping organizations design resilient AI systems through secure architecture, threat modeling, governance frameworks, and responsible AI practices aligned with standards such as the NIST AI Risk Management Framework.

Throughout her career, she has led red and purple team operations, developed AI-powered threat intelligence capabilities, and designed security architectures for complex enterprise environments. Combining offensive and defensive security expertise, she brings a comprehensive understanding of emerging AI risks and mitigation strategies. Julie is also an internationally recognized speaker, having presented at leading conferences including HackMiami, GoSec, and InCyber Forum, where she shares insights on AI security, Shadow AI risks, LLM vulnerabilities, and adversarial AI systems. Her thought leadership continues to shape industry discussions on trustworthy AI, cyber resilience, and the future of secure artificial intelligence adoption.

Jessica Mosley is an award-winning Quality Engineering leader, keynote speaker, and transformation strategist recognized for her expertise in quality assurance, digital transformation, customer experience, DevOps, and organizational culture. With a career dedicated to driving operational excellence, Jessica has successfully led global teams and delivered measurable results, including significant reductions in software defects, improved delivery efficiency, and enhanced customer outcomes.

Known for her people-first leadership style, Jessica is passionate about building high-performing teams, fostering a strong quality mindset, and creating cultures rooted in trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement. She has helped organizations navigate complex technology transformations, including AI-driven change initiatives, by combining strategic vision with practical execution and a deep understanding of human dynamics.

A sought-after international speaker, Jessica has presented at leading industry events including STARWEST, STAREAST, Amplify Abstracta, Women in Tech Texas, Mabl Experience, and numerous other technology and quality engineering conferences. Her presentations are widely appreciated for their engaging storytelling, actionable insights, and ability to translate complex challenges into practical frameworks that organizations can implement immediately.

Often referred to as the “Guru of Qualitea,” Jessica brings energy, authenticity, and a refreshing perspective to discussions on leadership, innovation, quality engineering, and digital transformation. She is committed to helping organizations build resilient teams, strengthen customer trust, and embrace change while ensuring that quality remains at the heart of every initiative.

Dr. Vasileios Karagiannopoulos is an award-winning academic, researcher, and international speaker specializing in information technology law and policy, cybercrime, cybersecurity awareness, political hacking, and the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and crime. He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Ethics Committee at the University of Portsmouth and plays a leading role in advancing research and public engagement on emerging cyber threats and digital security challenges.

Throughout his career, Dr. Karagiannopoulos has been committed to bridging the gap between academia, government, industry, and the wider public. His work focuses on understanding the societal, legal, and technological dimensions of cybercrime while developing practical approaches to cybersecurity awareness and resilience. He has contributed extensively to research, policy discussions, and educational initiatives aimed at addressing the rapidly changing cyber landscape.

As Cybercrime and AI Lead for the University of Portsmouth Policing Academic Centre of Excellence (P-ACE), he explores the implications of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and emerging technologies on crime and security. A sought-after speaker at international conferences and forums, Dr. Karagiannopoulos is recognized for his ability to translate complex cybersecurity and technology issues into accessible, actionable insights for diverse audiences worldwide.