"Resilient Futures: Modernizing Ransomware Defense” Cybersecurity Leaders: Happy Hour hosted by Alacrinet & Mimic

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What to Expect

This is an exclusive networking experience for senior security leaders — designed to foster candid, Chatham House–style discussion about resilience, survivability, and the modernization of ransomware defense.
The evening blends connection, conversation, and insights — bringing together leaders who are shaping the future of cyber resilience across industries.

🍸 Food & Beverage

  • Heavy hors d’oeuvres / passed appetizers (Mediterranean-inspired: grilled octopus, lamb skewers, spanakopita, etc.)
  • Premium wine and craft cocktails
  • Light desserts & espresso service toward close

🧠 Conversation Themes

  • What does resilience mean in an age where ransomware is inevitable?
  • From Prevention to Survivability: Shifting the Mindset in Modern Defense.
  • Real stories: moments that shaped how you lead through disruption.
  • Where automation, AI, and human response intersect in resilience building.
  • Collaboration as a Differentiator — How Shared Defense Improves Outcomes.
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Event Date:

October 23, 2025

Event Time:

5:30pm-7:30pm

Event Place:

Avra Rockefeller Center

1271 Avenue of the Americas

Event Partners

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Agenda

5:30 – 6:00 PM

Welcome & Networking Reception

Guests arrive to a warm atmosphere; wine, cocktails, and Avra’s signature Mediterranean appetizers. Frederick Faust and Danielle Gagnon personally welcome attendees.

6:00 – 6:10 PM

Opening Remarks

Brief welcome from Frederick (Alacrinet) and Mimic team. Framing of the evening’s intent and Chatham House rule reminder.

6:10 – 6:40 PM

Guided Conversation – Danielle Gagnon

Danielle leads a focused discussion on resilience and survivability in modern ransomware defense. Interactive prompts encourage peer sharing and perspective exchange.

6:40 – 7:15 PM

Roundtable Networking & Idea Exchange

Guests circulate between small groups or bar-side clusters — conversation prompts provided to sustain meaningful dialogue.

7:15 – 7:30 PM

Wrap & Closing Cheers

Danielle and Frederick close with takeaways and thank guests; final networking moments before departure.

Event Host

Frederick Faust

Alacrinet-Northeast Senior Account Executive

Frederick is highly adept at creating connections and collaborations with customers that ultimately lead to lasting trust. Through his in-depth understanding of customer's requirements alongside his knowledge of numerous security tools, Frederick caters to each individual need and guarantees the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

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Full Biography

With twenty years of experience in IT and hardware sales, Frederick currently serves as Senior Account Executive for the Northeast at the Alacrinet. This territory covers the states of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire. Aside from managing client accounts, Frederick loves to spend quality time with family and friends, coach basketball and enjoys the beach in Cape May, NJ during the summer.

Danielle Gagnon

Strategic Account Manager

Danielle is a seasoned cybersecurity executive with over a decade of experience helping global enterprises strengthen resilience and modernize defense strategies. At Mimic—the last line of defense against ransomware—she partners with security leaders to detect and deflect attacks before damage occurs and recover in seconds. Prior to Mimic, Danielle held strategic sales and leadership roles at FireEye, Ermetic, and Sonrai, bringing deep expertise in cloud security, incident response, and enterprise risk reduction

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Full Biography

Frederick Faust

Alacrinet-Northeast Senior Account Executive

Frederick is highly adept at creating connections and collaborations with customers that ultimately lead to lasting trust. Through his in-depth understanding of customer's requirements alongside his knowledge of numerous security tools, Frederick caters to each individual need and guarantees the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

(read more...)

Full Biography

With twenty years of experience in IT and hardware sales, Frederick currently serves as Senior Account Executive for the Northeast at the Alacrinet. This territory covers the states of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire. Aside from managing client accounts, Frederick loves to spend quality time with family and friends, coach basketball and enjoys the beach in Cape May, NJ during the summer.

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