United Defense: Harmonizing Private Sector Innovation with National Strategy
The Redwood Project respectfully invites you to request participation in a confidential executive dialogue and dinner during RSAC week in San Francisco.
This private gathering will convene a carefully curated cohort of approximately 50 Chief Information Security Officers for an evening of substantive exchange with senior government leadership. The objective is both straightforward and consequential: to strengthen alignment between national cyber strategy and frontline industry execution.
Designed as an off-the-record forum, this session is structured to encourage candid discussion, shared insight, and forward-looking collaboration in an environment grounded in discretion and trust.
Due to the intimate nature of the setting and the importance of maintaining a balanced and highly engaged cohort, registration is not guaranteed. Attendance will be confirmed based on capacity and overall composition to ensure the highest level of dialogue. Approved participants will receive a formal confirmation with full event details.
THE DETAILS
6:00 PM | Fellowship & Reception
An intimate welcome reception designed to encourage meaningful connection among peers.
7:00 PM | Keynote Address | Andrew Grotto
Former White House cybersecurity policy leader and Stanford scholar offers insight into the evolving intersection of geopolitics, technology, and national security.
A curated three-course dinner with wine service will begin during this portion of the evening.
8:00 PM | “Illusion in Warfare” | Patrick Martin
Moving into the Red Room, you’ll be treated by an internationally recognized sleight-of-hand artist who shares both performance and perspective on deception as a force throughout history.
Dinner service will continue, concluding with dessert.
**Respond by March 20
RSVP & PROTOCOL
Attendance is strictly limited to ensure depth of conversation and adherence to venue guidelines. Participation is by approval only. Kindly respond by March 20 to request inclusion. Confirmed attendees will receive a separate communication with full location details and agenda information.
Sponsored by:
The Redwood Project Team
"Protecting the canopy by strengthening the roots."
This private gathering will convene a carefully curated cohort of approximately 50 Chief Information Security Officers for an evening of substantive exchange with senior government leadership. The objective is both straightforward and consequential: to strengthen alignment between national cyber strategy and frontline industry execution.
Designed as an off-the-record forum, this session is structured to encourage candid discussion, shared insight, and forward-looking collaboration in an environment grounded in discretion and trust.
Due to the intimate nature of the setting and the importance of maintaining a balanced and highly engaged cohort, registration is not guaranteed. Attendance will be confirmed based on capacity and overall composition to ensure the highest level of dialogue. Approved participants will receive a formal confirmation with full event details.
THE DETAILS
- WHEN: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
- TIME: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- WHERE: Private venue in San Francisco. Full details will be provided upon confirmation.
- THEME: United Defense: Harmonizing Private Sector Innovation with National Strategy
6:00 PM | Fellowship & Reception
An intimate welcome reception designed to encourage meaningful connection among peers.
7:00 PM | Keynote Address | Andrew Grotto
Former White House cybersecurity policy leader and Stanford scholar offers insight into the evolving intersection of geopolitics, technology, and national security.
A curated three-course dinner with wine service will begin during this portion of the evening.
8:00 PM | “Illusion in Warfare” | Patrick Martin
Moving into the Red Room, you’ll be treated by an internationally recognized sleight-of-hand artist who shares both performance and perspective on deception as a force throughout history.
Dinner service will continue, concluding with dessert.
**Respond by March 20
RSVP & PROTOCOL
Attendance is strictly limited to ensure depth of conversation and adherence to venue guidelines. Participation is by approval only. Kindly respond by March 20 to request inclusion. Confirmed attendees will receive a separate communication with full location details and agenda information.
Sponsored by:
The Redwood Project Team
"Protecting the canopy by strengthening the roots."
Registration for this event is closed.