15 Aug 2024

techUK’s Innovation in Cyber Security and Resilience Impact Day 2024 – call for submissions

‘Innovation in Cyber Security and Resilience’ impact day on Thursday 3 October

There has never been a more pressing time to ensure the UK’s digital infrastructure is secure against cyber threats, and so techUK’s Cyber Programme is delighted to be holding our ‘Innovation in Cyber Security and Resilience’ impact day on Thursday 3 October to showcase how cyber companies are harnessing emerging technology to strengthen the security and resilience of the UK’s critical national infrastructure and broader economy. 

On the day, we will be publishing blogs and case studies from our members which highlight their experience and expertise in the space, as well as shedding light on the challenges and opportunities when it comes to developing new innovations which strengthen the UK’s CNI and economy in the face of an ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. 

How to contribute?

All techUK members and stakeholders can submit a contribution. We welcome a variety of formats so that you can decide what would best fit your company. Here is what you can submit and some guidelines: 

Case Studies

These will be published on our website as an insight page.  

  • Between 600 – 1,000 words long.  
  • Can include images, infographics and videos/vlogs (see below guidelines about submitting vlogs).
  • Add links throughout your text.
  • Please fill out our case study submission form.

Vlogs

These will be published on our website as an insight page. 

  • Between 3 to 6 minutes.
  • YouTube link or MP4 file.
  • Title for the video and any intro text. 
  • Examples: #1 
  • Email us your video through https://wetransfer.com/. Instructions here.  

*For all submitted content, we require a headshot of each author, a brief biography, and the logo(s) of your organisation/company, so please ensure this is sent alongside all material. 

Please send your submission through to [email protected] by Thursday 26 September. 

Content that is submitted after the deadline may not get social promotion which is crucial to increase visibility of the submitted work.

Stay updated and join the conversation by following the campaign on techUK's Twitter and LinkedIn using the hashtag #techUKCyberInnovation.

techUK also has our highly popular Cyber Innovation Den and Cyber Security Dinner, both happening on 10 October. We look forward to seeing you there!


Jill Broom

Jill Broom

Head of Cyber Resilience, techUK

Jill leads the techUK Cyber Security programme, having originally joined techUK in October 2020 as a Programme Manager for the Cyber and Central Government programmes. She is responsible for managing techUK's work across the cyber security ecosystem, bringing industry together with key stakeholders across the public and private sectors. Jill also provides the industry secretariat for the Cyber Growth Partnership, the industry and government conduit for supporting the growth of the sector. A key focus of her work is to strengthen the public–private partnership across cyber to support further development of UK cyber security and resilience policy.

Before joining techUK, Jill worked as a Senior Caseworker for an MP, advocating for local communities, businesses and individuals, so she is particularly committed to techUK’s vision of harnessing the power of technology to improve people’s lives. Jill is also an experienced editorial professional and has delivered copyediting and writing services for public-body and SME clients as well as publishers.

Email:
[email protected]
Website:
www.techuk.org/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-broom-19aa824

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Annie Collings

Annie Collings

Programme Manager, Cyber Security and Central Government, techUK

Annie joined techUK as the Programme Manager for Cyber Security and Central Government in September 2023.

Prior to joining techUK, Annie worked as an Account Manager at PLMR Healthcomms, a specialist healthcare agency providing public affairs support to a wide range of medical technology clients. Annie also spent time as an Intern in an MPs constituency office and as an Intern at the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed. 

Annie graduated from Nottingham Trent University, where she was an active member of the lacrosse society. 

Email:
[email protected]
Twitter:
anniecollings24
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-collings-270150158/

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Raya Tsolova

Programme Manager, techUK

Raya Tsolova is a Programme Manager at techUK. 

Prior to joining techUK, Raya worked in Business Development for an expert network firm within the institutional investment space. Before this Raya spent a year in industry working for a tech start-up in London as part of their Growth team which included the formation and development of a 'Let's Talk Tech' podcast and involvement in London Tech Week. 

Raya has a degree in Politics and International Relations (Bsc Hons) from the University of Bath where she focused primarily on national security and counter-terrorism policies, centreing research on female-led terrorism and specific approaches to justice there. 

Outside of work, Raya's interests include baking, spin classes and true-crime Netflix shows! 

Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
07712630603

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Tracy Modha

Team Assistant - Markets, techUK

Tracy supports several areas at techUK, including Cyber Exchange, Cyber Security, Defence, Health and Social Care, Local Public Services, Nations and Regions and National Security.

Tracy joined techUK in March 2022, having worked in the education sector for 19 years, covering administration, research project support, IT support and event/training support. My most outstanding achievement has been running three very successful international conferences and over 300 training courses booked all over the globe!

Tracy has a great interest in tech. Gaming and computing have been a big part of her life, and now electric cars are an exciting look at the future. She has warmed to Alexa, even though it can sometimes be sassy!

Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
02073312000
Twitter:
@TracyModha
Website:
www.techuk.org
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracymodha83

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