Ignite on Tour

Securely Empowered:
Women Leading the AI Revolution

 

Waka Rooftop, Park Hyatt Auckland
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | 7:00 AM - 8:45 AM

The Next Frontier: Women Shaping the AI-Powered Cyber Landscape

The cybersecurity landscape is undergoing a generational shift. As AI and machine learning redefine the digital frontline, leadership is no longer just about technology; it is about the diverse voices driving its ethical, strategic, and secure implementation.

Join Palo Alto Networks, in partnership with Westcon, for an intimate breakfast at the Park Hyatt, Auckland. This session brings together the region's most influential voices to explore how women are steering the future of AI-driven security and fostering a more inclusive, resilient industry.

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The Panel

Hear from industry trailblazers who are navigating the intersection of heavy industry, telecommunications, and global tech:

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Wendi Whitmore
Chief Security Intelligence Officer
Palo Alto Networks
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Nicole Quinn
VP, Policy and Government Affairs, JAPAC
Palo Alto Networks
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Suzy Clarke
CISO (Executive GM-Security)
Xero
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Michelle Leadsom
Chief Customer and Brand Office
Network for Learning (N4L)

Moderator:

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Misti McBeath
Country Director, New Zealand
Palo Alto Networks

FAQs

How is Ignite on Tour different from Ignite?

Cyber adversaries are more innovative and effective than ever. The same disruptive technologies that are fueling digital transformation in the enterprise, such as AI/ML, cloud computing, and IoT, have changed the game for cybersecurity. Yesterday’s approaches just can’t keep up.

That’s why we’ve reimagined Ignite, our flagship user conference, into Ignite on Tour, a global road show that brings the best of Ignite to you. At Ignite on Tour, we will share the latest innovations, insights and strategies for cybersecurity in the AI era.

Ignite on Tour brings cybersecurity decision-makers together for an exciting morning packed with inspiring thought leadership keynotes, and networking opportunities.

Ignite on Tour is a global road show, happening in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. To view our current tour schedule, please visit: https://register.paloaltonetworks.com/igniteontour.

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