national cyber security conference organised by dynamic events

25th June 2024 | Conference/Meeting, Event Management, Event Plan & Design

National Cyber Security Centre Conference

Dynamic Events masterfully organises NCSC's first annual conference, fostering elite cybersecurity dialogue and networking in Dublin's historic venue

Overview

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Conference 2024, held at The Printworks Exhibition & Conference Centre, Dublin Castle, brought together a diverse group of cybersecurity professionals from across the nation and Europe. This inaugural conference aimed to address critical topics in cybersecurity, with a special focus on the implications of the Network Information Security (NIS2) directive, advancements in AI, and the evolution of threat intelligence.

Services Provided

Event Website & App, Registration Platform, Ticketing & Revenue Management
Project & Event Management
Speaker/Delegate Management & Pre Event Support
On Site Registration Kiosks
AV, Venue & Catering Management
Graphic Design
Videography & Photography
Detailed Post Event Report & Analysis

Objectives

The conference was strategically crafted with the objectives to:

Promote Cybersecurity Awareness: Elevate the level of understanding across diverse sectors.
Facilitate Stakeholder Engagement: Create a platform for meaningful exchanges among cybersecurity professionals.
Share Industry Insights: Disseminate the latest advancements and challenges in the field.

Execution

Theme Focus: Dynamic Events and the NCSC collaborated to centre the conference around three pivotal themes:

Resilience and the Threatening Environment: Addressing how organisations can bolster their defences against increasing cyber threats.
Regulation: With a particular focus on the revised Directive on Network and Information Security, exploring its implications for the public and private sectors.
Technological Change: Examining the impact of artificial intelligence on cybersecurity practices.

Expert Panels and Keynote Speakers: The conference featured a stellar line-up of speakers, carefully selected for their expertise and impact in the cybersecurity landscape. Highlights included:

Richard Browne: Director of the National Cyber Security Centre.
Ossian Smyth: Minister of State at the Department of Environment, Climate & Communications
Barry Lowry: Chief Government Information Officer.
Dr. Apostolos Malatras: From ENISA.
Dr. Quan Le: Senior research scientist at CeADAR, Ireland's national centre for Artificial Intelligence.

The sessions encouraged a dynamic exchange of ideas, with panel discussions designed to delve deep into current cyber threats, the implications of new regulations, and the transformative role of AI in cybersecurity.

Outcomes

High Engagement: The conference was met with overwhelming interest, indicative of the burgeoning recognition of the need for continuous learning and adaptation within the cybersecurity sector.

Knowledge Sharing: Through meticulously planned sessions and keynote addresses, the event facilitated a robust sharing of knowledge, with particular accolades directed at the in-depth discussions on AI and regulatory changes.

Networking Success: One of the key successes was the creation of an environment that fostered networking. Attendees reported numerous opportunities for meaningful interactions, which were facilitated by the venue’s layout and the event’s structured networking sessions.

EU Project Integration: Reflecting its co-funding by the European Union, the event also focused on enhancing industrial potential within cybersecurity, with a special session by Mr. Luca Tagliaretti, Executive Director of the European Centre for Cyber Security Competences.

Conclusion

Richard Browne, Director of the NCSC, encapsulated the sentiment of the event: “The conference not only filled Dublin Castle but could have done so several times over, underscoring the sector’s eagerness to engage with and understand emerging trends and challenges.”

Dynamic Events' role in the seamless execution of this inaugural conference underscored their expertise in managing high-profile, content-rich events. The conference not only met its stated objectives but did so in a manner that fostered engagement, discussion, and a collaborative atmosphere, setting a high benchmark for future editions.

Alison Casserly

NCSC

From pre-event organisation to on-the-day execution, their professionalism and planning was ﬂawless. The agenda ﬂowed seamlessly, and speakers and attendees felt well-informed every step of the way. Dynamic Events co-ordinated and communicated with our panel of industry experts and ensured that they had everything they needed to deliver engaging and structured talks. The suggested use of an app for the conference which included interactive features such as live Q&A for attendees, speaker proﬁles, polls and general information for all attendees, elevated our conference to a superior level, with this live interaction integrated seamlessly throughout the day. From the outset the Dynamic Events team was approachable, attentive, and professional. They addressed queries promptly, with a level of assurance that always instilled conﬁdence. They coordinated many aspects of the event engaging with the catering company, AV technicians, and venue management. Their attention to detail was evident from start to ﬁnish. The post-event support is to be complimented. Their prompt collection of feedback, and a comprehensive post-event analysis report provided detailed data on attendance, sentiment and lessons learned for future events. In summary, Dynamic Events sets the bar high for event management. I cannot speak more Highly of Niall, Lauren and the rest of the team. I would have no hesitation in recommending dynamic events and look forward to working with them in the future.