With Microsoft’s $3.3B investment in Wisconsin’s data infrastructure paving the way for increased AI applications in manufacturing and corporate enterprises, what do we need to know to keep our data secure? Carthage is especially proud to host this all-alumni panel of exceptional IT professionals and tech leaders who will discuss Cybersecurity in the age of AI.
Featuring Victoria Nguyen ’05, Co-Founder of Servitium Cyber, Andrew Munson ’98 IT Risk Manager at McDonald’s corporate, Kris Keckler ’97, Chief Information Officer of Kenosha Unified School District, and Moderated by Rick Bingen ’15, Assistant Professor and Department Chair of Computer Science at Carthage College, this group of experts will explore what we need to know next as companies and manufacturers rely increasingly on AI-powered systems. They will share their insights from corporate, education, and government sectors on the possibilities and dangers presented by the growing reliance on big data.
Our panelists represent a diverse range of industries and expertise, but all share a core concern with protecting human data and ensuring the safety of the people whom their businesses serve.
Join us on Tuesday, November 12 for this fascinating discussion.
Rick Bingen, our moderator, is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Game Development at Carthage College. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science and Theatre from Carthage (2015), a Master of Science in Computer Science from Georgia Tech, and a graduate certificate in AR/VR development and 3D graphics from NYU. With over five years of experience as a software engineer, Rick brings a blend of technical expertise and creative vision to his teaching, focusing on the intersection of technology, storytelling, and interactive media.
Victoria Nguyen is the co-founder of Servitium Cyber, a cybersecurity consulting firm that demystifies cybersecurity and compliance for mission-driven small businesses. Servitium’s mission is to empower small businesses with practical know-how, a security mindset, and tools and strategies that safeguard their operations from digital threats today and future-proof for tomorrow. Her expertise is built on wide ranging experience encompassing national intelligence and intelligence analysis, healthcare technology, and operations management and strategic growth. By pursuing a life of service and curiosity, Victoria hopes to transform businesses, inspire individuals to reach their full potential, and foster positive change in the world.
Andrew Munson is a Senior Manager of Information Risk Management and Governance for the McDonald’s Corporation. Andrew is responsible for managing the security training and awareness capabilities throughout the McDonald’s system and for delivering
key projects that enable the organization he serves to cost-effectively achieve and maintain an acceptable level of risk. At McDonald’s, Andrew brings a human-centric approach to security training with the goal to (1) raise awareness, (2) influence behavior, and (3) create a culture of security throughout the McDonald’s system. Additional areas of expertise include risk assessment, identity management, and IT architecture. With 24 years of experience in information technology, Andrew Munson joined McDonald’s in 2020 from the financial services industry where he served as a solution architect and third-party risk manager. Andrew has traveled all over the United States touring data centers and auditing the security posture of leading companies across the country. A student of internet history, Andrew received his bachelor’s degree from Carthage College, where he studied mathematics, computers science, and secondary education.
Kristopher Keckler has worked for Kenosha Unified since 1997, instructionally at the High School level, as well as a Dean and Technology Coordinator. He was appointed principal of the KUSD virtual charter school in 2009, and also served as Board President of the Wisconsin eSchool Network Consortium. He was appointed CIO for KUSD in 2012, managing the Office of Educational Accountability and the Information Services Department. He has been a champion of technology integration across many subjects, and given presentations at regional and national conferences. He has offered courses at multiple post-secondary organizations for a variety of technology integration topics. Kris currently holds two subject matter certifications and three educational administrative certifications from the Department of Public Instruction, having completed his undergrad work at Carthage (’97), and two masters programs: Lesley University (’01) and Cardinal Stritch (’10).
About the Series
For nearly 30 years, theBusiness and Professional Coalition, a network of regional civic, business, and professional leaders have met regularly at Carthage to engage in substantive discussion around topics of regional and national import, and conversations that aim to further the region’s economic growth and prosperity. Through programming that includes prominent guest speakers and panel events, the BPC promotes learning, conversation, and relationship-building to strengthen our local business community.
Interested in becoming involved? Reach out to Katharine Keenan at kkeenan@cjpk.net or join our mailing list to keep informed.
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