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Join us for a relaxed afternoon of lunch and networking at the [Blender Workspace](https://maps.app.goo.gl/RZ2X48mQnNz1DdQM9) , and gain insights firsthand from Sammy Chowdhury, Co-Founder and Chief Compliance Officer of Prescient Security, Faisal Khan GRC, Subject Matter Expert of Vanta, and Michael Argast, Co-founder and CEO of Kobalt.io. Topics include the impact of AI and the ISO 42001 standard, and upcoming regulatory changes, and emerging cybersecurity threats. Why attend? - Gain actionable insights: Learn how ISO 42001 strengthens cybersecurity posture - Save time and money: Discover how ISO 42001 can optimize your compliance efforts,reduce costs, and potential regulatory fines. - Build customer trust: Discover how ISO 42001’s robust AI security hygiene not only protects your organization but also enhances customer confidence in today’s evolving AI landscape - Network with experts: Enjoy light bites and insightful conversations  with professionals from across Canada and the United States   # Book a free consultation # Our Speakers ![Michael Argast](https://landing.kobalt.io/hubfs/Michael%20Argast-1.png) Michael Argast Co-Founder and CEO of Kobalt.io Michael is an experienced cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of industry experience. He is the co-founder and CEO of Kobalt.io, a rapidly growing cloud-focused security services provider. Kobalt.io works with over 500 cloud-focused technology companies to help develop their cyber security programs and ensure the security of their organization. About [Kobalt.io](https://kobalt.io/)  Kobalt.io is a rapidly growing company that manages all aspects of cybersecurity programs for small and medium-sized, cloud-native businesses. Our team acts as an extension of our clients, considering their unique limitations and needs and supporting them with services ranging from security program-as-a-service to privacy management and 24/7 monitoring. Ensuring our client’s security and helping drive their business growth are our top priorities. ![Sammy-Chowhury](https://landing.kobalt.io/hubfs/Sammy-Chowhury.jpeg) Sammy Chowdhury Co-Founder and Chief Compliance Officer of Prescient Security Sammy is a seasoned professional with over two decades of expertise in technology and cyber risk management. A Columbia University graduate, Sammy holds certifications including CISM, CISA, CRISC, CISSP, PCI-QSA, HITRUST, CCSFP, and ISO 27001,27701 LA. About [Prescient Security](https://prescientsecurity.com/) Prescient Security and Assurance, a global leader in cybersecurity, empowers over 5,000 customers worldwide with our expertise in cloud-native technologies. Our services include compliance penetration tests and audit and attestation across 25+ frameworks such as SOC, ISO, HITRUST, FedRAMP, GDPR, PCI, and more. ![Faisal Khan](https://landing.kobalt.io/hubfs/Faisal%20Khan.jpg) Faisal Khan GRC, Subject Matter Expert, Vanta Faisal is a seasoned cybersecurity & compliance professional with close to a decade of consulting and industry experience. He is a GRC Solutions Specialist at Vanta, helping customers with guidance on their security & compliance programs, including framework adoption efforts. 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