Jessica Gulick is a highly esteemed cybersecurity expert and influential speaker, recognized globally for her contributions. With over 25 years of experience in engineering and cybersecurity, her background includes leading cybersecurity teams, directing international cyber competitions, co-authoring NIST Special Publications on Cybersecurity Standards and National Cyber Strategy documents, and establishing cyber innovation centers. She is the founder of the Playcyber program, which utilizes games for workforce development, Wicked6 (Global Women’s Hack and Chat), and the US Cyber Games programs, including the national US Cyber Team and Women’s Team.