Cloud and AI - Best Frenemies with Chris Knox and Aron Smith

Join us for a night of fun learning and socializing as Optiv's Aron Smith and Chris Knox explain the intersection of Cloud and AI.

Aron is an experienced security architect with four years at Optiv and thirteen years in information security. His ability to bridge technical depth, high-level business objectives, and key relationships with clients and vendors enable a consultative approach to navigate complex security decisions.

Chris is a seasoned strategist with six years at Optiv and over 30 years in information technology, including two decades focused on cybersecurity. He has deep expertise in safeguarding data and managing risk across complex enterprise environments, combining strategic vision with hands-on technical experience in security engineering, architecture, and emerging technology.