In today’s business environment, where data has become one of the most valuable assets, security isn’t optional — it’s essential for lasting growth. Cyber threats are becoming increasingly complex, and companies that know how to respond swiftly, communicate effectively during incidents, and implement international standards gain a real competitive advantage.

Learn how to develop a systematic approach to protecting your company, undergo certification without excessive bureaucracy, and maintain customer trust during crises at the sixth IT Meets conference of the year, organized by Lviv IT Cluster. The event will take place in the comfortable and aesthetically designed GNRTR coworking space in the center of Kyiv.

We remind you that Lviv IT Cluster member company specialists can attend IT Meets professional events for free. Fill out the application form via the link and reserve your spot among industry professionals.

❗️Please note that the number of free tickets is limited and depends on venue capacity. Therefore, pre-registration is mandatory.

What to expect?

The event will bring together professionals with deep cybersecurity, digital safety, and information technology expertise. These are specialists with experience in implementing protection strategies for services in both the public and private sectors, as well as consulting on international projects. They specialize in cybersecurity management in e-governance, digital transformation, and defense technologies.

We will discuss:

• Security management models and their differences;
• Information security standards for protecting sensitive data;
• Steps for transitioning to the ISO/IEC 27001 international standard;
• The role of KYC and KYS in reducing cyber risks and preserving reputation;
• Pros and cons of certification for businesses;
• Crisis communication strategies during cyber incidents.

What’s special?

The IT Meets program features presentations, panel discussions, and an open Q&A session with leading experts experienced in implementing security strategies. No unnecessary theory — only real-world cases, practical insights, and actionable solutions to help protect your business from various threats. 

At the end of the event, enjoy high-quality networking with industry leaders — a great opportunity to expand your professional circle and connect with key players in the tech sector.

For whom?

The conference will be valuable for tech company founders, CISOs, heads, and specialists in information and cybersecurity, operations managers handling compliance and certification processes, and legal professionals specializing in data privacy.

Speakers:

• Artem Skrypnyk, CEO at FAVBET Tech;
• Yaroslav Bezzubets, Head of Cybersecurity at Kitsoft;
• Serhii Khariuk, Founder & CEO at AmonSul;
• Yehor Aushev, Co-founder & CEO at Cyber Unit Technologies;
• Oleksandr Smychnikov, Managing Partner at 10Guards;
• Juliia Petryk, Co-founder & CEO at Calibrated, and others.

Find more speakers and the full IT Meets agenda via the link.

When?

📅 August 20

• Registration starts at 10:00
• Lectures begin at 11:00

📍 Kyiv, GNRTR Coworking (3 Mykhaila Hrushevskoho St.)

🎫 If you are not a Lviv IT Cluster member company specialist, you can purchase a ticket for IT Meets via the link.

About IT Meets

IT Meets is a series of one-day events dedicated to various tech industry topics. It is a platform for high-quality knowledge sharing, productive networking with top industry experts, and fostering a professional community culture among Ukrainian tech professionals.

Event partners: FAVBET Tech and Raiffeisen Bank.

Media partner: Scroll, Focus, Speka.

Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the European Commission can be held responsible for them.