Steel Patriot Partners is heading to CS5 West 2026 — and we're there for the conversations that matter. Not the booth hype. The real talk about what's actually working, what isn't, and how to build security that serves your business.
"We're business owners first, engineers second, compliance people third."
— Michael Parisi, Chief Growth OfficerMike sat down ahead of RSAC to talk about what he's seeing in the market and conferences across the country — the AI noise problem, the fog of more from vendors, and why the real value at any conference is never on the show floor.
Grab Time With Mike →
20+ years across professional services, federal compliance, and cybersecurity certification. Former VP at HITRUST, PwC Director, and Schellman Head of Client Acquisition. Bay Area–based and on-site at RSAC Conference — his calendar fills up fast.
Connect on LinkedIn Request a Meeting →The real value at any conference isn't on the show floor — it's in the corridors, the quiet corners, and the after-hours dinners. Here's what Mike is focused on this year, in his own words from the pre-event interview.
CS5 West is next — and the calendar is filling up. Here's where you'll find us.
Join us for Happy Hour at The Mariner's Bar in the Gaylord lobby April 16, 5:00-7:15 PM. If you want a real conversation about your security and compliance challenges — not a pitch — register now and lock in your spot before the conference.
