Events & Webinars
Join Drawbridge and industry leaders as we explore the evolving world of cybersecurity in alternative investments. From live webinars to in-person events, our sessions deliver practical insights, regulatory updates, and peer perspectives designed to strengthen your firm’s resilience.
-
Cyber Wake-Up Calls from the PE Front Lines
At this year’s LPGP Connect CFO/COO Private Equity conference in London, cybersecurity wasn’t just a topic—it was the topic. While Chatham House rules apply (so we’ve omitted names), the messages were loud and clear: “There are two types of firms—those who’ve been hacked and know it, and those who’ve been hacked and don’t.” “60% of…
-
ON DEMAND: Managing AI in Alts: Practical Insights for Legal, Compliance, and Operations Teams
AI is no longer just a trend—it’s a business necessity. In this on-demand session, our expert panel explores how alternative investment firms can navigate the complexities of implementing AI within regulated environments. Moderated by Drawbridge CISO Simon Eyre, the conversation features insights from Marshall Terry (COO/CCO, Haidar Capital Management) and Louis Cordone (Head of Advisory,…
-
ON DEMAND: Cyber Risk & Investments | Why It Matters in 2025
Part I – Why Cyber Risk is Now a Material Factor in Investment Decisions 2024 marked a pivotal shift—cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue; it’s a material investment risk. Cyber incidents now directly impact investment returns, making cybersecurity a critical factor in due diligence, portfolio management, and exit strategies. Learn from Lauri Haas,…
-
ON-DEMAND: Cyber Readiness Redefined: Building Confidence for Investors and Managers
Gone are the days of annual cybersecurity reviews. As investor expectations evolve, cybersecurity readiness has become a critical component of risk management and protecting returns. In this webinar, our CISO, Simon Eyre, and Head of Client Success, Louis Cordone, share actionable strategies for mitigating cyber risks in today’s dynamic investment landscape. Key takeaways: Practical methods…
-
ON DEMAND: AI and Cybersecurity: Mastering Governance and Risk in the Age of Innovation
How can you responsibly leverage AI while safeguarding data privacy, achieving regulatory compliance, and ensuring robust security? On December 12, 2024, speakers from Drawbridge and SS&C Technologies covered strategies for protecting AI models, managing compliance across frameworks, and securing sensitive data. Learn how you can strengthen oversight, mitigate risks, and enhance cybersecurity resilience. Key Topics:…
-
ON DEMAND: SEC Seminar: Essential Compliance & Cybersecurity Takeaways
The SEC recently hosted its Compliance Outreach Seminar for investment professionals, focusing on information security and operational resiliency. What were the key takeaways for investment professionals and their firms? On November 14, Elizabeth Cope, CEO of SEC Compliance Solutions LLC, and Simon Eyre, CISO at Drawbridge, unpacked the seminar’s insights during a special fireside chat.…
-
ON DEMAND: 5 Quick Cyber Wins for Alternative Investment Firms
Alternative investment firms encounter an average of 200,000 cyber threats each day, resulting in approximately $100 billion in annual losses. How prepared are you to respond to third-party breaches, phishing attacks, and insider threats? In his latest webinar Greg Masino, Cybersecurity Advisor at Drawbridge, shares his five quick wins to help you reduce your cyber…
-
ON-DEMAND: From Tech Talk to Board Talk: Mastering the Cyber Program Executive Briefing
As cyber threats in the alternative investment space continue to escalate, how ready are you to communicate the value of your cybersecurity program to investors and demonstrate preparedness to secure funding? To help you master executive-level cyber communication, Simon Eyre, Drawbridge CISO, chats with Peter Christodoulo, Partner at Francisco Partners.
-
[Webinar recording] Lessons learned from the recent CrowdStrike event: How to maximize protection and minimize disruption
About this webinar In July 2024, the CrowdStrike event was triggered by a faulty update that affected 8.5 million Windows devices, amounting to a financial loss of $1.15B in the banking sector and $5B among Fortune 500 companies. The largest outage in history demonstrated to firms of all sizes that anyone can experience IT-related operational…
-
[Webinar Recording] Common 2024 trends among cybersecurity regulations for Institutional Investment Managers
About this webinar While cyber regulations are proliferating, Drawbridge can help tie the threads together to give you a unified roadmap to success across NFA, SEC, DORA and others. Simon Eyre, Drawbridge CISO, covers the key regulatory requirements, common challenges, and best practices for achieving and maintaining compliance. Watch our replay to learn more about:…
-
[Webinar recording] Meet investor and regulator expectations: The importance of cyber & IT independence and governance
Outsourcing IT services is a common, cost-effective practice for Alternative Investment Managers. Because investors and allocators require independent cyber assessment findings, it is business-critical to understand that cybersecurity governance vendors and IT providers complement each other’s efforts. Watch the webinar recording that features Lou Cordone, Drawbridge Head of Client Success, Adam Menkes, Atlas Technica Global…
-
[Webinar recording] Navigating NYCRR Part 500 essentials for Alternative Investment Managers in New York
As of November 1, 2023, New York’s Cybersecurity Requirements for Financial Services Companies (NYCRR) Part 500 went into effect. The new rule introduced enhanced cybersecurity requirements and new deadlines for implementation in 2024 and 2025. Watch the webinar recording with Rebecca Thomas, Drawbridge’s Head of Account Management and Simon Eyre, Drawbridge’s CISO, for a…
