MACFO's March Event: “Not Your Ordinary Discussion” of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity 

When:

March 21, 2025 at 8:00am – 11:30am EDT

People:

Glenn D. Solomon

Location:

Maryland Center for Housing

11825 W. Market Place, 

Fulton, MD 20759

MACFO’S March Event

“Not Your Ordinary Discussion” of

 Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity

 

Please join us as our Prime-Time Experts will discuss:

– Practical Applications of AI in your Business – 

– Implementation of AI Governance and Risk Management Programs –

– Current Best Practices in Cybersecurity –

We are looking forward to the Mid-Atlantic CFO Roundtable’s next event on March 21. We hope you can join us!

No Cost, 3 CPE Hours

Schedule

8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Networking

8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Discussion

Meet Our Speakers

Rose Thun | Design Rosetta, Founder and AI Transformation Consultant

Rose Thun helps mid-market companies integrate AI into finance, operations, and strategy, turning complex technology into practical business solutions. As the founder of Design Rosetta, she works with leadership teams to drive efficiency, manage risk, and fuel growth.

With a background in technology, scaling, and organizational change, Rose has guided companies through AI adoption, ensuring it delivers real impact without disruption.

Robert Olsen | Ankura, Senior Managing Director

Robert Olsen is a Senior Managing Director at Ankura, based in Washington, DC. He is the Global Head, Cybersecurity and Privacy and has over 25 years of experience developing, implementing, and managing complex cybersecurity and information technology enterprise risk management programs. Bob has served as a chief information officer and chief information security officer for clients across a diverse set of industries and organizational sizes. He is a leader in the provision of reactive, data analytics, and proactive cybersecurity services to government, private industry, and not-for-profit clients. Bob is also a serial entrepreneur and adjunct professor, cybersecurity at Johns Hopkins University. 

Ron Connelly | DP Solutions, Vice President of Technical Operations

Ron Connelly is the Vice President of Technical Operations at DP Solutions. As a seasoned CISM, CISSP, and CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), and esteemed cybersecurity professional, Ron spearheads cybersecurity, centralized services, professional services, and project management. With an impressive career spanning over 35 years in the IT industry, Ron's expertise is integral to DP Solutions' strategic vision and executive leadership. His strategies ensure that the company remains at the forefront of the industry. Ron’s career in technology and cybersecurity includes service in the U.S. Navy and various roles in technology and cybersecurity in both the private and public sectors. His global upbringing in an Air Force family and 25+ years in the DC metro area have profoundly shaped his perspective and approach to technical operations.

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