National Security Threats to US Critical Infrastructure

A Global Cyber Innovation Summit Security Briefing

Wednesday, july 23, 2025 | New York City

This closed-door, by-invitation-only session will bring together senior leaders—including CEOs of critical infrastructure companies, national security officials, technology and policy experts, and select members of the press—for a high-trust conversation on the evolving threat landscape, what responses are proving effective, and what must be done next.

Highlights

Threats to Critical Infrastructure: Panel Highlights

This one-minute highlight reel will share some of the insights from our exclusive panel discussion featuring four distinguished national security and cybersecurity leaders discussing the most pressing threats facing our critical infrastructure.

Threats to Critical Infrastructure: National Security Panel Discussion | CEO & Board Level Briefing

CEOs, CISOs, and Board Members: Are you prepared for the evolving cyber threats targeting America's critical infrastructure? Don’t miss this exclusive security briefing and panel discussion of the most pressing operational technology (OT) threats facing power grids, water systems, manufacturing, oil & gas, supply chains, and transportation networks.

Reimagining National Security: Keynote by Tom Fanning, former Executive Chairman & CEO of Southern Company

Former Southern Company CEO Thomas Fanning delivers a critical briefing on protecting America's most vital infrastructure from escalating cyber threats. Fanning discusses how public and private collaboration is working to harden our defenses and improve resilience.

Risks to Critical Infrastructure: Keynote by Ida Kristensen, Senior Partner at McKinsey

Ida Kristensen, Senior Partner and Global Cyber Practice Leader at McKinsey & Company, delivers critical insights on national security threats targeting U.S. critical infrastructure. This high-stakes presentation addresses vulnerabilities, developing a strategic cybersecurity framework, executive action items and industry applications.

Speakers

General Paul Nakasone

GENERAL PAUL NAKASONE

NSA

Former Director of the US National Security Agency (NSA)

Thomas Fanning Headshot

THOMAS FANNING

Southern Company

Former Executive Chairman & CEO

Chris Wray Headshot

CHRIS WRAY

FBI

Former Director of the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Ida

IDA KRISTENSEN

McKinsey

Senior Partner & Global Co-Leader

Bill Fehrman Headshot

BILL FEHRMAN

American Electric Power

CEO of American Electric Power

Rob Lee Headshot

ROB LEE DRAGOS

DRAGOS

CEO and Co-Founder of Dragos, Industrial Security Leader and Lt Col of US Army National Guard

Moderator

Agenda

James Rundle Headshot

JAMES RUNDLE

The Wall Street Journal

Reporter

1:00 PM | Guest Arrival & Reception
2:00 PM | Welcome Remarks
2:10 PM | Strategic Briefing by McKinsey
2:25 PM | Fireside Panel: National Security & Critical Infrastructure
3:25 PM | Audience Q&A
3:45 PM | Keynote: Tom Fanning
4:05–6:00 PM | Networking Reception

Agenda

1:00 PM | Guest Arrival & Reception
2:00 PM | Welcome Remarks
2:10 PM | Strategic Briefing by McKinsey
2:25 PM | Fireside Panel: National Security & Critical Infrastructure
3:25 PM | Audience Q&A
3:45 PM | Keynote: Tom Fanning
4:05–6:00 PM | Networking Reception

For more information email us at [email protected]

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The Global Cyber Innovation Summit brings together a preeminent group of leading Global 2000 CISO executives, cyber technology innovators, policy thought leaders, National security and threat intelligence leaders, and members of the FBI.

This unique, invitation-only forum will foster a dynamic exchange of ideas, discussion and collaboration designed to drive true innovation in the efficiency and effectiveness of global cyber security strategies and solutions. CARPE COMMINATIONE.

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