The Security Tinkerers group, in collaboration with Okta and
SentinelOne, is thrilled to announce “Pitch for Charity,” a dynamic
event bringing together Chief Security Officers (CSOs) and the tech
community to spotlight innovative startups and support meaningful
causes. This gathering will take place on Wednesday, April 30,
2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM PT at Okta’s Headquarters
in San Francisco.
The event, tailored exclusively for CSOs, will feature five
pitches from groundbreaking startups aiming to redefine the
cybersecurity and tech landscape. Attendees will gain firsthand
insight into cutting-edge solutions while fostering collaboration
within the security community.
“Pitch for Charity” isn’t just about innovation; it’s about
impact. Through the generous support of sponsors and participants,
the event has raised $100,000 in donations, directed to two
vital organizations:
- CodePath: A nonprofit that expands access to
cybersecurity and coding education for underrepresented
groups.
- Hack the Hood: A community-centered organization
empowering youth of color through technology and career
readiness.
Event Details:
- What: Pitch for Charity
- When: Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
PT
- Where: Okta Headquarters, 100 First Street, San
Francisco
- Who: Organized by Security Tinkerers and co-sponsored by
Okta and SentinelOne
“This event highlights the power of collaboration among CSOs and
leading tech companies to drive innovation while making a tangible
difference in our communities,” said Chris Castaldo, Security
Tinkerers. “We’re excited to spotlight the future of cybersecurity
and coding while supporting the incredible work of CodePath and
Hack the Hood.”
"We are truly honored to have the support of Okta and
SentinelOne, who are using their platform, resources, and influence
to uplift organizations like Hack the Hood. Through the Pitch for
Charity event, they are not just advancing our mission but also
creating opportunities that transform lives. Their generosity and
dedication remind us of the incredible impact we can achieve
together for the next generation of tech leaders,” said Samia
Zuber, Executive Director at Hack the Hood.
“At CodePath, we are deeply grateful for the generous donations
from Okta and SentinelOne, which will play a pivotal role in
supporting our mission to empower the next generation of software
engineers and cybersecurity professionals. As the demand for
skilled cybersecurity experts continues to rise, these
contributions will help us provide world-class training and
real-world expertise to prepare students for the challenges of
securing tomorrow’s future,” said Michael Ellison, CEO of
CodePath.
The startups that will be pitching at the event will be selected
via an esteemed Selection Committee which includes: Chris Castaldo,
CISO at Crossbeam, Anne Marie Zettlemoyer, VP of Cybersecurity at
Activision, Kirsten Davies, Founder at Institute for Cyber Civics,
Sam Curry, Global VP, CISO at Zscaler, Brian Markham, CISO at EAB,
Swathi Joshi, VP, SaaS Cloud Security at Oracle, Alex Stamos, CISO
at SentinelOne, David Bradbury, CISO at Okta, Kathy Wang, CISO at
KNW Group, Ashley Nuckols, CISO at Formstack, Nick Vigier CISO at
Oscar Health, and Mike Benjamin, Cybersecurity CTO at Capital
One.
Seats are limited for this exclusive event. For more information
or to RSVP as a security leader to attend or nominate your startup
to pitch, please contact pitchforcharityinfo@okta.com.
About Security Tinkerers:
Security Tinkerers is a community-driven group dedicated to
fostering innovation and collaboration among cybersecurity leaders.
Through events, workshops, and partnerships, Security Tinkerers
bridges the gap between emerging technology and meaningful social
impact.
About Okta
Okta, Inc. is The World’s Identity Company™. We secure Identity,
so everyone is free to safely use any technology. Our customer and
workforce solutions empower businesses and developers to use the
power of Identity to drive security, efficiencies, and success —
all while protecting their users, employees, and partners. Learn
why the world’s leading brands trust Okta for authentication,
authorization, and more at okta.com.
About SentinelOne
SentinelOne is a leading AI-powered cybersecurity platform.
Built on the first unified Data Lake, SentinelOne empowers the
world to run securely by creating intelligent, data-driven systems
that think for themselves, stay ahead of complexity and risk, and
evolve on their own. Leading organizations—including Fortune 10,
Fortune 500, and Global 2000 companies, as well as prominent
governments—trust SentinelOne to Secure Tomorrow™. Learn more at
sentinelone.com.
About CodePath:
CodePath is transforming higher education to develop a more
diverse generation of engineers, CTOs, and founders. They provide
industry-vetted courses and career support tailored to the needs of
Black, Latino/a, Indigenous, and low-income students. With 30,000
alumni from 700 colleges now working at 2,000 companies, CodePath
is reshaping the tech workforce and industries of the future. In
2024, Fast Company recognized CodePath as one of the World's Most
Innovative Companies.
About Hack the Hood:
Hack the Hood provides Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and AAPI
youth, ages 16-25, with tech skill-building programs and career
navigation support grounded in justice and focused on economic
development and growth. The organization serves young people
interested in pursuing tech-related careers but who do not yet have
access to the resources they need to succeed.
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