Innovators & Investors Summit at Black Hat USA
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, NV
Oceanside C
Overview
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Are you ready to connect with the brightest minds shaping the future of cybersecurity? The Innovators & Investors Summit at Black Hat USA 2025 is your exclusive opportunity to engage with top entrepreneurs, investors, CISOs, and industry pioneers as they tackle the biggest challenges in cyber innovation.
This full-day, high-impact summit dives deep into the latest market trends—from M&A and startup valuations to cutting-edge technologies designed to outpace cyber threats. It’s where bold ideas meet investment, fueling the next wave of groundbreaking startups.
Held the day before the main event including Black Hat USA Briefings, this summit is the ultimate destination for those seeking new opportunities, insights, and connections to scale their businesses and accelerate deal flow.
Attendance is limited and subject to pre-approval—apply today for your chance to be part of this game-changing experience!
Passes
The Innovators & Investors Summit Pass
- Includes access to The Innovators & Investors Summit, lunch and cocktail reception
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Agenda
Detailed Agenda Coming Soon!
Sample Agenda
9:00 AM - 9:10 AM |
Opening Remarks |
9:10 AM - 9:50 AM |
Session 1 |
9:55 AM - 10:35 AM |
Session 2 |
10:40 AM - 10:55 AM |
Session 3 |
10:55 AM - 11:20 AM |
Networking Break |
11:20 AM - Noon |
Session 4 |
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM |
Lunch |
1:15 PM - 1:55 PM |
Session 5 |
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM |
Session 6 |
2:20 PM - 2:40 PM |
Networking Session |
2:40 PM - 3:00 PM |
Networking Break |
3:00 PM - 3:40 PM |
Session 7 |
3:45 PM - 4:25 PM |
Session 8 |
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM |
Closing Remarks, Final Thoughts & Takeaways |
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Cocktail Reception |
Summit Emcee
Mike Privette
Founder, Return on Security
Mike Privette is the founder of Return on Security and the industry’s first cybersecurity economist. With over 18 years of experience spanning roles from security engineer to Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Mike recognized the need for practitioner-focused economic intelligence in the cybersecurity landscape. By analyzing data on technological advancements, regulatory changes, and economic indicators across major economies, he connects cybersecurity with global economic dynamics to empower security leaders, founders, and investors alike.
Advisory Board
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Black Hat Innovators & Investors Summit brings together the most reputable entrepreneurs and founders, venture capitalists, corporate developers and CISO’s. Focusing on the current financial landscape, what venture capitalists are looking for in their next investment and how startups should be pitching for investment. This summit offers the unique insights necessary to seize the opportunity to connect and influence this highly-engaged audience.
Limited sponsorship opportunities are available.
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Continuing Professional Education (CPEs)
Those who are certified through ISC2 can earn 5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits for attending the Innovators and Investors Summit.
Black Hat does not maintain records of earned CPE credits. However, we will report your credits to ISC2 on your behalf within 30 days following the event. Please provide your ISC2 member number when registering for the event.