Shape the future of security
Attend SJA Leaders in Security Conference 2026
July 16, 2026 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago, IL
As a senior security executive, you face unprecedented challenges. The SJA Leaders in Security Conference offers the exclusive insights, cutting-edge solutions, and unparalleled networking opportunities you need to stay ahead, drive innovation, and shape the future of security.
The premium conference and networking event for senior professionals working in the Americas security industry. Register for your chance to attend this exclusive one-day event to hear from 30+ expert speakers and directly network with decision makers representing key organizations, businesses and associations from the region and beyond.
Join CISOs, Heads of Security, and thought leaders from diverse sectors and world-leading brands and organizations
Unlock Your Security Leadership Potential
Hear Expert Insights
Gain Actionable Insights from Industry Experts
Hear from leading voices in physical and cyber security who are driving innovation across sectors. Our curated sessions are designed to deliver practical strategies, real-world case studies, and forward-thinking perspectives to elevate your risk management and security posture.
Forge Strategic Alliances
Connect with Senior-Level Decision Makers
Join a high-caliber network of security professionals, directors, and C-suite leaders. This is your opportunity to exchange ideas, benchmark against peers, and build meaningful relationships in a focused, senior-level environment.
Embrace Innovative Solutions
Discover Transformative Security Solutions
Meet the technology providers and innovators transforming the security landscape. From access control to threat intelligence, our exhibitors and partners showcase the tools shaping the future of secure operations.
Adopt Strategic Thinking
Challenge Assumptions, Shape Strategy
This conference is more than just updates — it’s about rethinking how we approach risk. Engage in thought-provoking discussions that challenge status quo thinking, helping you make more informed, resilient security decisions.
What our visitors think
It was a fantastic day here. My favorite part was how the sessions were curated to a very mature audience. We were able to dive into each topic very, very deeply and quickly. We got the value of a three day conference in one day, which is what we need to do to maximize security leaders’ time.
Jonathan Perillo, CPP, PCI, PSP, CISSP, Principal, safyst
SJA has been an absolutely fantastic partner for Ambient.ai. This has been one of the smoothest processes for an event that we’ve ever partnered with. Not to mention the people that we met with throughout the day have been excellent. I could not recommend sponsoring and working with SJA Leaders in Security more.
Nora Johnson, Senior Field Marketing Manager, Ambient.ai
The SJA Leaders in Security Conference was a fantastic event. It was fast-paced, with many networking opportunities and very relevant conversations for the CSO and Head of Security crowd. I would highly recomend coming next year.
Tim Wenzel, CPP, Associate Managing Director – Enterprise Security Risk Management, Kroll
A truly insightful day at the SJUK Leaders in Security Conference. A very thoughtful agenda and some excellent panel conversations.
Matthew Drew, Group Security & Resilience Director, Tesco
It was a fantastic day here. My favorite part was how the sessions were curated to a very mature audience. We were able to dive into each topic very, very deeply and quickly. We got the value of a three day conference in one day, which is what we need to do to maximize security leaders’ time.
Jonathan Perillo, CPP, PCI, PSP, CISSP, Principal, safyst
SJA has been an absolutely fantastic partner for Ambient.ai. This has been one of the smoothest processes for an event that we’ve ever partnered with. Not to mention the people that we met with throughout the day have been excellent. I could not recommend sponsoring and working with SJA Leaders in Security more.
Nora Johnson, Senior Field Marketing Manager, Ambient.ai
The SJA Leaders in Security Conference was a fantastic event. It was fast-paced, with many networking opportunities and very relevant conversations for the CSO and Head of Security crowd. I would highly recomend coming next year.
Tim Wenzel, CPP, Associate Managing Director – Enterprise Security Risk Management, Kroll
A truly insightful day at the SJUK Leaders in Security Conference. A very thoughtful agenda and some excellent panel conversations.
Matthew Drew, Group Security & Resilience Director, Tesco