Bio: Dr. Bayley King is a Senior Research Scientist at Riverside Research, where he works at the intersection of hardware security, embedded systems, and data science, supporting national security-focused research and development. He currently serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Wright State University and is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Dayton. Prior to joining Riverside Research, Dr. King completed his Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Cincinnati, where he conducted research in machine learning and security-focused computing. His work spans hardware assurance, secure embedded systems, and applied AI, with publications including research on securing third-party HDL IP and security-related data-driven methods. Dr. King earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Cincinnati (2022) and his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati (2019).

Darren Pulsipher is the Chief Enterprise Architect for Public Sector at Intel, where he focuses on secure digital transformation across government, critical infrastructure, and mission-critical environments. He is also the Chairman of the Open Digital Transformation Forum at The Open Group, where he leads global efforts to advance architecture-driven approaches to digital transformation, governance, and cybersecurity. Dr. Pulsipher’s work centers on the secure convergence of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) systems. He specializes in addressing architectural, cultural, and governance challenges created by misaligned taxonomies, competing operational drivers such as uptime, safety, and security, and long-standing organizational separation between IT and OT domains. His research and practice emphasize treating cybersecurity as an architectural discipline, applying People, Process, and Technology principles, grounded in the GEAR model, to enable resilient convergence while preserving the operational individuality required in cyber-physical systems.

William (Will) Zortman is the Digital Assurance for High Consequence Systems (DAHCS) Campaign Manager for Sandia National Laboratories’ Laboratory Directed Research and Development Office. The DAHCS Mission Campaign is fundamental and developmental research focused on integrating digital assurance into the discipline of systems engineering so that systems engineers, program managers and risk acceptors can make engineering trade-offs between digital risk and other system risks.

Paul Simon is a Senior Cyber Security Research Engineer at Riverside Research in Dayton, Ohio, where he conducts advanced cybersecurity research with an emphasis on embedded systems and hardware-focused security. His work centers on microelectronics trust, system assurance, vulnerability analysis, and secure hardware design for high-consequence and mission-critical systems. Prior to joining Riverside Research in 2025, Dr. Simon served as a Senior Hardware Security Engineer at Amazon (Device & Services Security), where he was part of a specialized team focused on securing consumer devices and services at scale. Before Amazon, Dr. Simon supported multiple government and defense-related programs in and around the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) and the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) through roles at HII Technical Solutions and Applied Research Solutions. His work included cyber vulnerability assessments of weapon systems, microelectronics trust and assurance validation, reverse engineering, hardware system design, and cybersecurity research for embedded devices. Dr. Simon earned his Bachelor of Science (1997) and Master of Science (2011) degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of Dayton. He received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) in 2022. He has been a member of IEEE for over 15 years.

Samir Iqbal is a researcher in nanotechnology, biosensing, and biomedical image analytics. He served as one of the founding Program Directors of the NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (TIP) Directorate, which focuses on advancing use-inspired research, innovation ecosystems, workforce development, and pathways that connect academic discovery to societal impact. He earned his PhD from Purdue University.

Mike Glavin is Program Director of Workforce Development at the SEMI Foundation, where he leads global, employer-driven strategies to strengthen the semiconductor talent pipeline. He oversees SEMI's designation as a U.S. Department of Labor National Registered Apprenticeship Group Sponsor and works with member companies, education systems, and public partners across regions to scale apprenticeship models, build career pathways, and align workforce systems with industry demand. His work supports long-term sector growth in a globally strategic industry. Previously, Mike served as Vice President of Talent at the Greater Cleveland Partnership, leading regional workforce initiatives to expand apprenticeships, internships, and work-based learning across Northeast Ohio, supported by U.S. Department of Labor funding. Earlier, he held leadership roles at Associated Builders and Contractors, advancing apprenticeship policy and industry-led training models. He holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Richmond and has built his career at the intersection of business, education, and public policy, focused on scalable workforce solutions that enhance economic competitiveness.

Oron Mincha is the General Manager for North America at CyberproAI, with over 15 years of experience in international cooperation and global cyber initiatives. He leads CyberproAI's U.S. operations, building partnerships across government, enterprise, and academia to deliver AI-driven cyber education and simulation solutions. Known for his strategic, results-oriented leadership, Oron combines a global perspective with hands-on execution to advance CyberproAI's mission of strengthening cyber resilience and developing the next generation of cyber professionals.

Dr. Suxia Cui, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU), where she has served on the faculty since 2003. She received her Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Mississippi State University and holds M.S. and B.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Beijing Polytechnic University. Dr. Cui's research spans cybersecurity, machine learning, image processing, computer vision, and computing education, with support from agencies including the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Department of Defense, and the Department of Education. At PVAMU she contributes to workforce development initiatives, semiconductor technology research, and computing curriculum innovation, and has received recognition for teaching excellence and service. Dr. Cui is also active in mentoring students and collaborating on interdisciplinary projects that bridge academia, industry, and federal research goals.

Ted Rozier is the Director of Digital, Advanced Technology, and Robotics at Festo Didactic North America, where he also serves as Head of the Solution Center. With over two decades of experience in automation, Industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing, Ted specializes in developing and implementing educational automation training modules, robotics integration, PLC/HMI software, control panel design, MES concepts, and collaborative robotics solutions. He is passionate about workforce development, bridging industry and education, and inspiring the next generation of automation professionals. Ted actively contributes to robotics and advanced manufacturing communities, including technical advisory and safety committees, and has been recognized for his leadership and innovative approaches in automation training and smart factory implementation. Ted holds electronics credentials from Schoolcraft College and Macomb Community College, and has received certifications including the Universal Robot Core Training Certificate and the 2022 ARM Institute Champion Award.