CyNam has revealed that Fortem IT will serve as headline partner for In the Eye of the Storm, the organisation’s flagship cyber security event, due to take place on 16th April, 2026.
The effects of a cyber security incident rarely stay contained. Once an attack takes hold, the disruption spreads — across supply chains, public services, local business communities and beyond. Organisations face financial losses, lasting damage to their reputation, the prospect of operational shutdown and a potential collapse in public trust. The broader societal and economic consequences of cyber incidents are growing more pronounced with every passing year.
Against this backdrop, In the Eye of the Storm is designed to pull back the curtain on what a serious cyber incident actually looks and feels like from the inside. Rather than focusing solely on technical remediation, speakers will shed light on the human element — the decisions taken under extreme pressure, the communication difficulties that emerge, the operational chaos that ensues and the economic damage that accumulates whilst all of this is unfolding. Professionals spanning industry, government and academia will come together for an evening of open, honest dialogue and shared practical experience. The event welcomes those working in any capacity connected to cyber crisis preparedness, response or recovery, including roles in security, operations, leadership, risk management, communications and technology.
The event forms a key part of CyNam’s programme for 2026 and is a further demonstration of the organisation’s growing stature as a convenor of the UK’s secure technology and resilience community, with an ongoing commitment to building collaboration, strengthening capability and improving preparedness across the sector.
Hollie Wakefield, General Manager of CyNam, said:
“Cyber security is not just a technical discipline, it underpins economic stability, public trust and national resilience. When a cyber crisis hits, the consequences ripple far beyond a single organisation. In the Eye of the Storm is about unpacking those critical moments – the pressure, the decisions and the collaboration required – and helping organisations build resilience. CyNam is the organisation at the centre of the UK’s fastest-growing cyber and secure technology ecosystem, and our partnership with Fortem IT ensures our community has access to the expertise and insight needed to improve the resilience of their businesses.”
Taking on the headline partner role, Fortem IT will contribute to the event’s content by sharing their perspective on the critical importance of deep observability for modern organisations. They will additionally offer free cyber resilience reviews to any business looking to gain a clearer picture of its current vulnerabilities and reduce its exposure to digital risk. Organisations wishing to take up this offer can sign up during event registration or get in touch with CyNam at [email protected].
Fortem IT commented:
“We’re extremely proud to sponsor CyNam’s flagship event: In the Eye of the Storm. As a trusted technology partner, our mission is to strengthen organisational resilience and support the UK’s cyber ecosystem. This event shines a spotlight on what truly happens when a cyber crisis strikes: the decisions, pressure points, collaboration and real-time response required to navigate disruption. These are challenges our customers face every day, and supporting this event reflects our commitment to helping organisations build robust, practical resilience in an increasingly complex digital landscape.”
Venue: Dunkertons, Dowdeswell Park, London Rd, Cheltenham, GL52 6UT
Registration: https://luma.com/nkko0zsc
