Overview

January 23

Email attacks have reached a tipping point. Cybercriminals are exploiting AI to launch highly targeted and convincing threats that bypass traditional defenses. With email serving as the primary communication channel for organizations, these attacks are more than a nuisance—they’re a growing liability.

Join Government Technology and Abnormal Security for an on-demand webinar where you’ll gain an understanding of how today’s email threats work, why they’re escalating, and what specific steps you can take to protect your organization. From AI-generated phishing to sophisticated email account takeovers, you’ll leave equipped with practical strategies to guard your inbox against the evolving threat landscape.

Here's what’s in store:

Uncover AI-Driven Tactics: Learn how generative AI is reshaping business email compromise and why traditional security measures fall short.
Actionable Defense Strategies: Discover cutting-edge, AI-native solutions that reduce risks and ensure stronger inbox protection.
Exclusive Insights from the Field: Hear from seasoned cybersecurity leaders on real-world examples and proven strategies to stop advanced threats before they hit.

Speakers

Mick Leach

Field Chief Information Security Officer, Abnormal Security

Mick Leach is Field CISO of Abnormal Security, an AI-native email security company that uses behavioral AI to prevent business email compromise, vendor fraud, and other socially-engineered attacks. At Abnormal, he is responsible for threat hunting and analysis, engaging with customers, and is a featured speaker at global industry conferences and events. Previously, he led security operations organizations at Abnormal, Alliance Data, and Nationwide Insurance, and also spent more than 8 years serving in the US Army’s famed Cavalry Regiments. A passionate information security practitioner, Mick holds 7 SANS/GIAC certifications, coupled with 20+ years of experience in the IT and security industries. When not digging through logs or discussing operational metrics, Mick can typically be found on a soccer field, coaching one of his 13 kids.

Dan Lohrmann — Moderator

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

Daniel J. Lohrmann is an internationally recognized cybersecurity leader, technologist, keynote speaker and author. He led Michigan government’s cybersecurity and technology infrastructure teams from May 2002 to August 2014, including as enterprise-wide chief security officer (CSO), chief technology officer (CTO) and chief information security officer (CISO). During his distinguished career, he has served both the public and private sectors in a variety of executive leadership capacities including advising senior leaders at the White House, National Governors Association (NGA) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Throughout his career he has received numerous national awards including CSO of the Year, Public Official of the Year and Computerworld Premier 100 IT Leader.

Webinar

The New Email Battlefield: Defending Against AI-Powered Threats in 2025