Registration Open for the 2026 Wisconsin Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit in Appleton April 7 – 8

Appleton, Wis. – Registration is open for the 2026 Wisconsin Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit, taking place April 7-8, 2026, at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center in Appleton, Wisconsin. Attendees will be able to hear directly from state leadership, military and emergency management partners, chief information officers (CIOs), chief information security officers (CISOs), and industry experts on the issues most critical for Wisconsin’s cybersecurity.

“Cyber infrastructure an important part of nearly everything that we do because technology is part of our everyday lives in the 21st Century—that means cybersecurity is absolutely critical,” said Governor Tony Evers. “With the rapidly evolving digital landscape, we must ensure we have safeguards in place to protect Wisconsin’s kids, families, seniors, and communities as we work to strengthen our cybersecurity. This summit is a key part of our work to do just that and ensure Wisconsin’s cyber infrastructure remains resilient and secure.”

This year’s agenda will cover critical cybersecurity topics such as cybersecurity fundamentals, best practices, cyber funding, and effective incident response preparation. Attendees can also explore the latest cybersecurity resources available at both state and local levels.

“Focusing on practical content built around real incidents, lessons learned, and proven solutions, this summit will help leaders in the public and private sector to work smarter, respond faster, and defend the systems residents depend on every day,” added Trina Zanow, State of Wisconsin Chief Information Officer.

To register, visit the Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit Registration page.

For the full agenda, view the Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit Agenda.

Press members are encouraged to attend. Please register for a media pass by contacting Jasmin Tetzlaff at jtetzlaff@erepublic.com or Tom Bernd at tom.bernd@wisconsin.gov.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.