Gloucestershire’s hub for cyber security and technology, serving as the go-to destination for connecting diverse minds and enabling secure innovation and growth for professionals and businesses operating in these sectors.
CyNam is your Gloucestershire-focused cyber and tech network, welcoming SMEs, large organisations, investors, local and central government representatives, and everyone in between. With a wide variety of activities running through the year, CyNam has something for everyone. Engage with CyNam by attending events, signing up to receive regular updates and becoming part of one of our many programmes. If you are interested in supporting Cheltenham and Gloucestershire’s flourishing cyber and tech ecosystem, don’t hesitate to contact us to explore sponsorship opportunities, too.
Our events and initiatives serve as platforms for collaboration, where expertise is shared, and novel ideas are brought to life.
CyNam is building a thriving entrepreneurial community where people come together from all backgrounds, to collaborate, innovate and develop secure technologies that tackle global challenges and fuel economic growth.
We're proud to announce Microsoft as the Principal Sponsor for CyberFest 2026!
There are many more sponsors for CyberFest 2026. Click their logo below to view more information about them.
The South West cyber community's much-anticipated annual festival returns to the heart of the Cotswolds.
Brian has 30 years of experience in the test profession, working with safety critical systems such as Heart Lung bypass equipment to Air Traffic Control. The past 15 years has been in Security and Cyber.
With a diverse background spanning global financial markets, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies, Hollie champions the power of collective ambition to address some of society’s most complex challenges.
Juan is a Channel Account Manager at Auvik with extensive experience helping managed service providers and IT teams address today’s most pressing operational challenges.
With over 18 years of experience in the IT industry, Lee is a Solutions Director at Fortem IT, a leading provider of innovative and disruptive solutions that empower businesses.
Get involved in things such as our free VIP cider tours, visit our vendor stands, enjoy our networking spaces, ask a question during talks, and more!
To re-energise and delight before the evening kicks off, we have invited Bristol based circus performers Asteria's Playground. Catch their on-stage show at 17:15, then look out for roaming performers through the food break from 17:45.
Author of five books, including Sunday Times bestseller How to Talk to AI (2026).
Creator of The Missing Cryptoqueen, which exposed the biggest cryptocurrency scandal in history.
