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This year's Customer Advisory Board (CAB) meeting was nothing short of extraordinary. Set in the breathtaking Azores, Portugal, we effectively blended adventure, bonding, and enriching discussions that will shape the future of Cobalt’s roadmap.
The heart of the CAB experience was focused on discussion sessions that provided a platform for open dialogue. These conversations tackled critical industry and customer challenges, directly influencing Cobalt’s upcoming initiatives. It was inspiring to hear diverse perspectives from practitioners across different companies, fostering a strong sense of community. Security is a team sport and we rely on each other to learn and grow; this comes through strongly in our deep partnerships with our CAB members.
A particular highlight of the session led by David Kosorok from Toast, whose presentation on "A Programmatic Approach to Strategic Application Security Testing" left a lasting impact. David shared his perspectives on how to build an AppSec program but also how to engage across the company and initiate the cultural change required to incorporate security into the product development process. Cobalt is committed to bringing practitioners together in a supportive environment, enabling them to share knowledge and discuss their insights and challenges openly.
Another notable highlight was the unforgettable excursion to the west side of Azores, designed to foster meaningful connections. Small group breakouts set the stage for intimate interactions as participants embarked on private Jeep tours. Our journey included a delightful stop at a local pineapple plantation, where we indulged in fresh snacks, followed by breathtaking views at two key spots in Sete Cidades. One stop featured a picturesque hike to the Boca do Inferno viewpoint, and the other was the stunning Rei Miradouro viewpoint. We wrapped up the adventure with a relaxing gathering, enjoying local snacks and drinks at the base of the mountains, surrounded by nature’s beauty. The unique setting sparked engaging conversations that carried over into our discussions, enhancing the collaborative spirit of the event.
Award Winners
And of course, we couldn’t forget the highly anticipated annual Cabbie Awards, where we honor our customers and their contributions to Cobalt. Congratulations to all the winners who were celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the community!
Full Stack Award - Sandra Yi, IT Program Manager, Infor
Cobalt Advocate Award - Jeremy Hessing-Lewis, Principal, Compliance, Telus
Most Insightful Contributor - Jay Wilson, CISO, Insurity
Most Creative Problem Solver - Sagar Batra, Security Engineer, Rubrik
Innovative Partner Award - Carlos Gonzalez, Sr. Product Security Engineer, Assa Abbloy
Extra Cobalt Cheers to: David Kosorok, Director of Product Security, Toast and Pranav Vattaparambil, CISO, for their leadership in guiding insightful sessions.
Final Thoughts
Overall, the CAB meeting was an enriching one-of-a-kind experience, marked by strong connections and significant professional insights. The combination of personal connections, professional growth, and strategy-shaping insights made this CAB meeting one for the books. We look forward to sharing more about how these conversations will drive the success of our customers in 2025 and beyond.
Are you getting caught in the end-of-year compliance rush? Join us in our upcoming webinar our October 24th, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. ET, to get three critical perspectives on how to beat it!
Aviad Noah, Director of Cloud Security at the health tech company, CentralReach, will share his experience using Cobalt to meet end-of-year compliance needs. Sa’ad Nasir, a seasoned Cobalt Pentester, will discuss roadblocks that slow down compliance testing and share recommendations to accelerate your testing process. Meredith Martin, Cobalt customer success manager, will showcase how to use Cobalt’s Pentest Planning feature to plan your 2025 pentests and ensure smooth compliance workflows. Register today.
