Galactic Universe Agenda
MAY 20 - 21
NASHVILLE, TN
Tuesday, May 20
8:00 am to 8:45 am Registration & Breakfast
8:45 am to 9:45 am Session One: Breached, Blamed, and Bankrupt: The Moment You Stop Being the Hero
Breached, Blamed, and Bankrupt: The Moment You Stop Being the Hero
You thought you were the good guy. Then the breach hit—and suddenly you’re the villain in a lawsuit you didn’t see coming. Compliance won’t save you. Insurance won’t pay. And if you can’t prove what you did before the breach, your client’s attorney is coming for you
Speaker: Bruce McCully, CISSP Chief Security Officer
Bruce McCully is on a mission to help protect a million people. He and his team at Galactic Advisors are helping MSPs use penetration tests and third-party audits to verify their cyber security tools are properly configured and actually working. You know what they say, you can't proofread your own work...the same goes for evaluating your own security.
9:45 am to 10:30 am Session Two: Stop Chasing Small Clients: Co-Managed Is Your Next Growth Engine
Stop Chasing Small Clients: Co-Managed Is Your Next Growth Engine
The economy’s shaky, hackers are circling, and lawyers are on speed dial. Cut through the chaos and learn where the real revenue lives—and why betting on small business is killing your growth. Learn how to shift your focus, tap the next lever, and grow while others are distracted and shrinking.
Speaker: Aidan Brown
The economy’s shaky, hackers are circling, and lawyers are on speed dial. Cut through the chaos and learn where the real revenue lives—and why betting on small business is killing your growth. Learn how to shift your focus, tap the next lever, and grow while others are distracted and shrinking.
10:30 am to 11:00 am Snack Break
11:00 am to 11:45 am Session Three: : Why Every Client Needs a Pen Test: Prove the Risk, Protect Their Business
Why Every Client Needs a Pen Test: Prove the Risk, Protect Their Business
Your clients think they’re fine—until they aren’t. A well-timed pen test exposes the cracks before a hacker or a lawsuit does. This session shows you how to turn quiet risks into urgent conversations, build a defensible stack, and help clients make smart, evidence-backed decisions—before the blame lands on them.
Speaker: Max Kurek
Max Kurek is passionate about helping MSPs secure their clients, while also discovering and implementing new revenue-generating lines of business. Since joining Galactic Advisors as a Security Advisor in 2021, Max has helped MSPs across the globe educate their clients on risk and develop comprehensive, integrated security programs to mitigate the business impact of those risks, resulting in dozens of new revenue generation opportunities for Galactic Partners.
11:45 am to 12:30 am Session Four: Inside the New Cyber War: Lawsuits, Insurance Traps, and the Tools to Survive
Inside the New Cyber War: Lawsuits, Insurance Traps, and the Tools to Survive
You aren’t just fighting hackers anymore—they’re battling attorneys and insurers, too. This session unveils real lawsuits, buried insurance clauses, and the playbook you need to defend yourself and your clients. Learn how to spot the traps, gather the evidence, and build your legal firewall now—before the breach hits
Speaker: Collin Page
Collin Page is a mission-driven cybersecurity professional dedicated to helping organizations improve their security posture and reduce risk through practical, standards-based strategies. With a background that spans healthcare, financial services, and managed security, Collin brings both technical skill and client-focused insight to every engagement.
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 pm to 2:15 pm Session Five: How to Win Against AI: Outsmarting the Smartest Threat Yet
How to Win Against AI: Outsmarting the Smartest Threat Yet
AI isn’t coming for your stack—it’s coming for your seat. From layoffs to auto-generated code, this session shows how fast the threat is moving—and how to outpace it. You’ll walk away with the real strategy: stop doing replaceable work
Speakers: Bruce McCully
2:15 pm to 2:45 pm Session Six: From Engineer to Expert: How to Get Noticed Without Selling Out
From Engineer to Expert: How to Get Noticed Without Selling Out
You don’t need a PR firm or a $10K gimmick to get your voice heard—you need a message that matters and a strategy that works. This session shows tech leaders how to land real media exposure, share cyber risk stories that resonate, and use AI to find the right audiences—without the fluff, hype, or fake celebrity nonsense.
Speaker: Lindsay Katz; Conrad Forrest; Max Kurek
Lindsay Katz has spent nearly two decades uncovering stories that matter, fearlessly investigating consumer issues and shaping conversations in television newsrooms nationwide. Now, she brings that same relentless drive to a new mission: empowering MSPs to manage risk and mitigate liability, equipping them to protect both their businesses and their clients' security.
Conrad Forrest is a seasoned leader and technology strategist, serving as President of MTS Consulting Group—a firm dedicated to demystifying cybersecurity and compliance for small businesses and nonprofit organizations. With a strong foundation in the information technology and services sector, Conrad brings decades of experience in management, business development, and organizational transformation. He helps guide MTS towards being a "Beacon in the Cyber Storm," aiding executive teams with navigating the challenges of today's cyber landscape
3:00 pm to 3:30 pm Session Seven: Cyber Insurance: The Necessary Evil That Could Sink You
Cyber Insurance: The Necessary Evil That Could Sink You
Insurance is no longer your backup—it’s your biggest competitor. This session breaks down what policies really cover, how insurers are replacing MSPs, and why timing is everything when a breach hits.
Speakers: Bruce McCully; Justin Reinmuth
Justin Reinmuth is the President of techrug (The Technology Risk Underwriting Group). Since 2004, he and his team have had the responsibility of managing risk and customizing over 22,000 policies for IT Service Providers in areas such as Cyber Liability Errors & Omissions Insurance, Directors and Officers (D&O) Liability Insurance, Employment Practices Liability Insurance, Fiduciary Liability Insurance, Commercial Crime Insurance, Business Liability Insurance, Workers’ Compensation & Employer Liability Insurance
3:15 pm to 3:45 pm Snack Break
3:45 pm to 4:30 pm Session Eight: Inside a $7.25M Ransomware Settlement: What I Wish I’d Said Before Everything Exploded
Inside a $7.25M Ransomware Settlement: What I Wish I’d Said Before Everything Exploded
He lived every MSP’s worst nightmare—a breach led to a $7.25M settlement, and his MSP was on the hook for over $900K. In this unfiltered session, hear what he wishes he’d said, what he does differently now, and how the experience reshaped everything about how they operate
Speakers: Bruce McCully, Chris Provencher
4:30 pm to 5:15 pm Session Nine: Worst Day Ever! There’s been a breach – What next?
4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Happy Hour (with Heavy Hors d’oeuvres)
Wednesday, May 21
8:00 am to 8:30 am Breakfast
8:30 am to 9:15 am Session Ten: Breach by Vertical: Which Clients Will Drag You Down—and Why
Breach by Vertical: Which Clients Will Drag You Down—and Why
Some industries are sitting on liability landmines—and your clients don’t even see them. Learn which verticals carry hidden risk, how to turn research into stories that drive action, and what you must recommend now to avoid being called negligent later. Green vertical? It’s a red alert. And it’s just the beginning.
Speakers: Cody Kretsinger
Cody Kretsinger is a former black hat hacker turned cybersecurity strategist. For over a decade, he’s led Red, Blue, and Purple teams—attacking, defending, and building real-world strategies that actually work. His no-fluff talks, featured at events like GrrCon and BSides, blend war stories, sharp insight, and the kind of humor that makes infosec pros both laugh and wince.
9:15 am to 10:15 am Session Eleven: Liability Launch Pad 1: Build the IR Plan That Stands Up In Court
Liability Launch Pad 1: Build the IR Plan That Stands Up In Court
What’s your plan when everything goes dark? In this session, you’ll document critical assets, vendors, and communication paths—and run a 365 scan to uncover your real exposure. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to communicate that plan before your client’s lawyer or regulator starts asking why you didn’t have one.
Speaker: Frank Seltzer, Dave Groot
Frank Seltzer is a channel veteran with deep roots in VoIP and UCaaS, where he previously served as Channel Chief. Now at Galactic Advisors, he helps MSPs boost recurring revenue and strengthen client relationships through strategic, security-first growth planning. Known for his ability to guide partners through complex migrations and high-trust sales motions, Frank brings a hands-on, results-driven approach to every engagement—meeting MSPs where they are and helping them scale with confidence.
Dave Groot is a seasoned Security Advisor with a wealth of experience in transforming compliance challenges into growth opportunities. As the driving force behind his company's proactive approach to compliance, Dave has successfully navigated the complexities of the FTC Safeguards regulations, turning them into a strategic advantage for his clients.
10:15 am to 10:45 am Snack Break
10:45 am to 11:45 am Session Twelve: Liability Launch Pad 2: Get Paid to Protect – How to Rollout Cyber Liability Essentials Fast
Liability Launch Pad 2: Get Paid to Protect – How to Rollout Cyber Liability Essentials Fast
Recommend Cyber Liability Essentials and get clients to say yes before the breach. You’ll get the talk track, review a real insurance policy, and build the foundation of a defensible security stack—one that gives your clients the evidence they need and gives you a reason to charge more for doing the right thing.
Speakers: Allison Taisler
Allison Taisler is a Senior Partner Success Manager at Galactic Advisors, where she brings an educator’s heart and a strategic communicator’s mind to the mission of protecting one million people. With a passion for helping individuals and organizations achieve meaningful success, Allison excels at breaking down complex cybersecurity risks into clear, relatable insights that resonate across diverse audiences. Her ability to translate abstract concepts into compelling, real-world relevance makes her an invaluable guide for partners seeking to connect with clients in ways that spark both understanding and action.
11:45-12:45 pm Session Thirteen: Liability Launch Pad 3: You Sold It—Now Don’t Screw It Up
Liability Launch Pad 3: You Sold It—Now Don’t Screw It Up
You closed the deal—they bought a cyber liability defense program. Now it’s on you to onboard fast, handle objections before they turn into regrets, and elevate yourself to trusted advisor status. This session covers delivery, follow-up, and how to turn this into the stickiest service in your security program
Speakers: Dave Groot
12:45 pm to 2:00 pm Working Lunch
2:00 pm to 2:30 pm Session Fourteen: Insurance Reality Check: What They’ll Deny, What You’ll Pay, and How to Survive
Insurance Reality Check: What They’ll Deny, What You’ll Pay, and How to Survive
Think your client’s cyber policy has them covered? Maybe. This session dives into what underwriters are really looking for, the red flags that kill payouts, and why your MSP ends up on the hook when the claim gets denied (or worse gets paid and they come after you). Learn how to guide clients toward insurability— and keep yourself out of the crosshair
Speakers: Bruce McCully, CJ Dietzman
CJ is a senior Cyber Risk, Security, Investigations, Governance, & Compliance practitioner and leader in the execution and delivery of transformational Cyber programs and services across multiple industry sectors. He has developed, implemented, and managed programs and projects in the domains of Security Architecture, Incident Response, Cloud Security, Data Protection, Physical and Environmental Security, Risk Management, Compliance, Cyber, Technology, & Business Process Due Diligence, Third-Party Risk, Security Operations, and Control for Global Fortune 500 organizations.
Worst Day Ever! There’s been a breach – What next?
There’s been a breach. The clock is ticking. We will walk you through what to say, who to say it to, and how to deliver the letter your clients will hate—but regulators demand. You’ll leave with a battle-tested communication strategy built for the worst-case scenario you never wanted to face
Speakers: Jackson Stephens
Jackson Stephens is Galactic Advisors’ Sr. Cybersecurity Counsel. Jackson spent the first 15 years of his career as a U.S. Navy JAG Officer prosecuting and defending military crimes and assisting with wargames in the western Pacific. As a federal prosecutor Jackson was a member of the Department of Justice’s Computer Hacking and Intellectual Property team. In that role, he led the investigation and prosecution of cybercrimes, including network intrusion, ransomware, and darkweb vending. Most recently, Jackson served as a strategic communications consultant for companies experiencing data security incidents.
2:30 pm to 3:00 pm Session Fifteen: Real Talk from the Trenches: One Recommendation, One Disaster, One MSP on the Hook
Real Talk from the Trenches: One Recommendation, One Disaster, One MSP on the Hook
When a client ignores your advice, guess who gets blamed when things go south? In this unfiltered session, Howard Globus shares what happens when MSPs lead—and what happens when clients don’t listen.
Speaker: Howard Globus
Howard Globus is a cyber security evangelist, founder/CEO of IT-on-Demand, and creator of the The SAFE Matrix™, a 4-step system to “outhack” the hackers and bulletproof small businesses. He has dedicated his career to helping small to mid-sized organizations, by protecting their assets from internal and external data breaches in order to maintain the confidentiality and integrity a business needs to thrive.
3:00-3:30 pm Snack Break
3:30-4:00 pm Session Sixteen: AMA: Winning with Cyber Liability Defense—Unfiltered, Unsanitized, Unmissable
AMA: Winning with Cyber Liability Defense—Unfiltered, Unsanitized, Unmissable
As an MSP owner, you can’t afford guesswork. This session breaks down exactly how to deliver, profit from, and lead with Cyber Liability Defense. Bring your questions and walk away with a clear strategy to grow revenue, protect your business, and lock in clients—before the next breach becomes your responsibility
Speakers: Max Kurek; Jackson Stephens; Dave Groot; Cody Kretsinger
4:00 pm to 4:45 pm Session Seventeen: Your Biggest Blocker Is Sitting in Your Seat
Your Biggest Blocker Is Sitting in Your Seat
Fear. Doubt. Perfectionism. If any of those are slowing you down, you’re already losing ground. But where there’s risk, there’s massive opportunity—if you know how to act on it. In this closing session, Bruce shines the light on what’s really holding you back—and how to turn hesitation into unstoppable momentum.
Speaker: Bruce McCully
