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Thursday, March 19, 2026

Scottsdale, AZ

Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse

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Technology Executive Summit | Data & Analytics | Phoenix, AZ

Trust at Scale: How Data, Analytics, and Security Converge in Modern Enterprises

Thursday, March 19th | 6:00 PM PT

Data initiatives don’t fail because of lack of insight—they fail when trust, security, and scale break down.

Don’t miss Lester Godsey delivering a sharp, executive-level session on Data & Analytics: “Trust at Scale: How Data, Analytics, and Security Converge in Modern Enterprises.” Godsey will cut through the noise to explore how leading organizations are building data ecosystems leaders actually trust—where analytics drive decisions, security is embedded by design, and scale doesn’t come at the expense of control or credibility. Expect practical guidance on aligning data strategy with governance, risk, and enterprise-wide adoption.

This intimate Technology Executive Summit delivers the battle-tested perspectives senior technology leaders need to turn data into a strategic asset—without creating new exposure, silos, or operational drag.

As the #1 leader in short-format tech events, TechTalk Summits creates a premium forum for decision-makers: direct access to credible experts, focused conversations with solution providers, high-value peer networking, and a curated dining experience at a top-rated restaurant.

Secure your spot now—elevate your strategic edge and connect with leaders shaping the future of data and analytics.

Speakers

Lester Godsey Chief Information Security Officer for Arizona State University His appointment follows a distinguished five-year tenure as CISO for Maricopa County, where he skillfully managed information security during one of the most contentious election periods in this country's modern history. With over 30 years of public-sector IT experience, Lester is a respected voice in the field, having presented at local, state, and national levels on a diverse range of topics including telecommunications, data management, and cybersecurity. A lifelong learner and educator, Lester holds multiple industry certifications including PMP, CISM, and CISSP. He has shared his expertise as a collegiate instructor for almost fifteen years, teaching cybersecurity, technology, and project management courses. Lester is also a published author and actively contributes to the cybersecurity community. His academic background uniquely blends the arts and technology, holding both a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a Master of Science in Technology from Arizona State University.

Agenda

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Registration & Networking over drinks

6:30 pm - 6:50 pm

First course dropped, Host's opening remarks

6:50 pm - 7:00 pm

Fastly

Fastly’s powerful and programmable edge cloud platform delivers some of the best and fastest online experiences possible through edge compute, delivery, security, and observability offerings. Together, we're making the internet a better place where all experiences are fast, safe, and engaging.

7:00 pm - 7:10 pm

Stefanini Group

Stefanini Group is a global technology consultancy company, offering a broad portfolio of technological solutions with a presence in 41 countries and support in 44 languages. Driven by a shared entrepreneurial spirit, the company helps clients transform their businesses through digital innovation, working agilely and co-creating solutions for a better future.

7:10 pm - 7:20 pm

Pure Storage

Pure Storage uncomplicates data storage, delivering a cloud experience that empowers organizations to maximize their data while reducing the complexity and expense of managing the infrastructure behind it. With certified customer satisfaction in the top 1% of B2B companies, Pure's customers are among the happiest in the world.

7:45 pm - 9:00 pm

Dinner, Networking & wrap up with dessert and raffles

Technology Executive Summit | Phoenix, AZ | Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse

Technology Executive Summit | Data & Analytics | Phoenix, AZ

Trust at Scale: How Data, Analytics, and Security Converge in Modern Enterprises

Thursday, March 19th | 6:00 PM PT