The 2026 Cyber Symposium is a premier event organized by the Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS), dedicated to advancing education and networking within the cyber liability insurance sector. Scheduled for March 3-4, 2026, at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City, this symposium brings together industry leaders, professionals, and experts to discuss the evolving landscape of cyber risks and insurance solutions.
Attendees can expect a comprehensive agenda covering key topics such as the state of the cyber insurance market, emerging threat actor tactics, and strategies for responding to widespread cyber-attacks. Sessions will delve into pricing trends, capital considerations, loss trends, and the impact of geopolitical developments on cyber risks. The symposium also offers Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits, with participants able to earn up to 6 CE/CLE credits through various educational sessions.
Beyond the educational sessions, the event provides ample networking opportunities, including joint receptions with attendees from the Directors & Officers (D&O) Symposium. These gatherings facilitate connections among peers, clients, and potential partners, fostering collaboration and business development within the cyber insurance industry. Notable speakers from insurance, technology, legal, and cybersecurity sectors will share their insights, ensuring attendees gain valuable perspectives on current trends and challenges.
Professionals involved in cyber liability insurance, including underwriters, brokers, risk managers, and legal experts, will find the symposium particularly beneficial. By attending, participants will stay informed about the latest developments, best practices, and strategies in managing cyber risks, enhancing their expertise and positioning themselves at the forefront of the industry.
Speakers(23)
Amy S. Mushahwar
Partner at Lowenstein Sandler LLP
Amy Mushahwar is Chair of Lowenstein Sandler’s Data Privacy, Security, Safety & Risk Management practice and a former Chief Information Security Officer.
Carolyn Purwin Ryan
Mullen Coughlin LLC
Carolyn Purwin Ryan is associated with Mullen Coughlin LLC, focusing on data privacy and incident response.
Courtney Mauge
NFP Corp
Courtney Mauge is associated with NFP Corp, contributing to the company's initiatives in cyber insurance and risk assessment.
Dana Cuoco
AVP Claims at At-Bay
Dana Cuoco is the Assistant Vice President of Claims at At-Bay, overseeing cyber insurance claims processes.
David Bruce Anderson
Vice President of Cyber at Woodruff-Sawyer & Company
David Bruce Anderson serves as the Vice President of Cyber at Woodruff-Sawyer & Company, specializing in cyber risk management and insurance solutions.
David C. Anderson
Vice President of Cyber at Woodruff-Sawyer & Company
David Anderson serves as the Vice President of Cyber at Woodruff-Sawyer & Company, specializing in cyber risk management and insurance solutions.
Devon Ackerman
Global Head, Digital Forensics & Incident Response at Cybereason
Devon Ackerman is the Global Head of Digital Forensics & Incident Response at Cybereason, leading efforts in managing and mitigating cyber incidents.
Dominic Paluzzi
McDonald Hopkins
Dominic Paluzzi is associated with McDonald Hopkins, specializing in data privacy and cybersecurity law.
Doug Howard
Pondurance
Doug Howard is associated with Pondurance, contributing his expertise in cybersecurity and incident response.
Erica Davis
Global Co-Head of Cyber at Guy Carpenter
Erica Davis serves as the Global Co-Head of Cyber at Guy Carpenter, specializing in cyber reinsurance and risk solutions.
Gwenn Cujdik
Incident Response & Cyber Services Lead, North America at AXA XL
Gwenn Cujdik leads Incident Response & Cyber Services for North America at AXA XL, focusing on cyber risk mitigation strategies.
Jessica Eldridge
Senior Vice President - Practice Director of Cyber at J.S. Held LLC
Jessica Eldridge is the Senior Vice President and Practice Director of Cyber at J.S. Held LLC, leading cyber risk consulting services.
Jim Leonard
Cybereason
Jim Leonard is associated with Cybereason, contributing to the company's initiatives in cyber insurance and risk assessment.
Joe Niemczyk
Marsh
Joe Niemczyk is associated with Marsh, focusing on cyber risk and insurance solutions.
Josh Foley
Lori Bailey
Head of Global Cyber & Technology at AXIS
Lori Bailey is the Head of Global Cyber & Technology at AXIS, overseeing the company's cyber insurance portfolio and technological risk strategies.
Melissa Collins
Beazley
Melissa Collins is associated with Beazley, contributing her expertise in cyber insurance and risk management.
Raina Borrelli
Partner at Strauss Borrelli PLLC
Raina Borrelli leads Strauss Borrelli’s class action litigation practice, focusing on consumer protection, privacy, and data breach laws.
Robert Flowers
Travelers
Robert Flowers is associated with Travelers, contributing to the company's initiatives in cyber insurance and risk assessment.
Scott N Godes
Partner at Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Scott N Godes is a Partner at Barnes & Thornburg LLP, specializing in insurance recovery and cyber risk.
Tim Francis
Enterprise Cyber Lead at Travelers
Tim Francis is the Enterprise Cyber Lead at Travelers, overseeing the company's cyber product management and underwriting strategy globally.
Vivian Beqaj Freedman
Head of Financial Lines, Claims, US at Liberty Mutual
Vivian Beqaj Freedman is the Head of Financial Lines Claims in the US at Liberty Mutual, focusing on managing complex claims.
Yosha DeLong
Mosaic
Yosha DeLong is associated with Mosaic, contributing to the company's initiatives in cyber insurance and risk assessment.
Event Details
- Date
- March 15, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- Marriott Marquis Hotel
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Professionals in cyber liability insurance, including underwriters, brokers, risk managers, and legal experts.
- CLE Credits
- Up to 6 CE/CLE credits