CactusCon 14 Keynotes

Selena Larson

Selena Larson is a staff threat researcher at Proofpoint on the Threat Research team and leads intelligence and strategy for the cybercrime team. She collaborates with fellow researchers to identify and investigate advanced threats and develop actionable threat intelligence. Selena is also the co-host of two podcasts, 'Only Malware in the Building' and 'DISCARDED', featuring unique research and insights from individuals in the infosec industry. Previously, she was a cyber threat analyst for the industrial cybersecurity firm Dragos, and a cybersecurity and privacy journalist.

Christian Dameff

Christian (quaddi) Dameff is an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Biomedical Informatics, and Computer Science at the University of California San Diego. He co-directs the UCSD Center for Healthcare Cybersecurity. He is also a hacker, a former open capture the flag champion, and DEF CON/RSA/Black Hat/BSIDES/CactusCon Speaker.

CISO Village Keynote

David Colombo

David Colombo is an internationally recognized cybersecurity expert, keynote speaker, and startup founder based in Silicon Valley. His research has influenced major corporations and government organizations, including Tesla, the United Nations, and multiple defense agencies, and has been featured by Bloomberg, CNN, TechCrunch, and Business Insider. A frequent speaker at leading global events and universities, and also serves in strategic advisory roles across cybersecurity. David is currently CEO of Alaris Security, where he leads the development of an AI-driven unified cyber defense platform for enterprise and military environments across the US, Middle East, and Europe.