FS-ISAC Upcoming Events, Summits, Webinars and Exercises

2025 APAC Summit

Written by FS-ISAC | Jan 13, 2025 6:48:17 PM

Safeguarding Trust

 

Overview 

Join fellow FS-ISAC members from across Asia-Pacific for two full days of learning, collaboration, and networking. 

Summits are our largest events of the year, packed with insightful presentations, workshops, and panels on topics relevant to the security of the global financial services industry. 

Highlights 

Relevance 

The synthesis of cybersecurity and the financial sector distinguishes FS-ISAC Summits from other large industry events. The APAC Summit is specifically designed for cybersecurity professionals in financial institutions.

Content 

Sessions are divided into three tracks – Intelligence, Security, and Resilience – so that you can focus on the most pressing issues in your organization today. 

Connection 

Collaborating with cybersecurity experts from across Asia-Pacific advances your skills and the sector’s security. And by learning from others, you can develop invaluable connections that outlast the Summit. 

Summit Chair

Danny Chan - Director, Regional Security, AP - Mastercard

Danny is a distinguished, multiple award-winning board member with a global perspective, renowned for his passion, commitment, and decisive leadership. His expertise encompasses information security, cyber and physical security, data protection, and the orchestration of large-scale, complex international operations. Danny’s background is enriched by a diverse array of experiences in both civilian and military contexts, particularly under challenging conditions.

Following a distinguished tenure as a Captain in the Singapore Special Forces, Danny transitioned to the private sector, where he honed his skills in developing, advising, and training law enforcement and military tactical units worldwide with Britam Defense. His career trajectory then led him to Olive Group, where he provided security solutions to Fortune 500 companies, governments, and NGOs across four continents in some of the most demanding environments.

As Director of Global Risk Assessments at Worldaware International Inc., Danny delivered operational intelligence and enterprise risk management solutions to an impressive roster of Fortune 2000 companies. His insights and expertise have made him a sought-after spokesperson, regularly featured on major news networks such as Channel News Asia and The Straits Times.

In his role as Regional Director of Global Safety and Security, Risk Management at Marriott International Inc., Danny handled numerous crises, ranging from man-made incidents like terrorist attacks to natural disasters such as earthquakes, as well as major events like the Olympic Games and data breaches. During his decade-long service, Danny helped develop a world-renowned crisis management program and became a leading voice for security in the hospitality industry.

In 2019, Danny became a Senior Consultant for Security Monitoring and Response in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa for Mastercard International Inc., where he led the company's efforts through the pandemic and beyond before transitioning into his current role as Regional Chief Security Officer for Asia Pacific. In this role, he is responsible for information, cyber, and physical security, as well as data protection for Mastercard in Asia Pacific. Danny has been very active in coordinating security between the private sector and the government and volunteers as a mentor for YoPros (Young Professionals), where he mentors young professionals.

Danny currently sits on the Global Boards of ASIS International, Harvard Business Review, the US-ASEAN Business Council’s Cybersecurity Subcommittee, and the Counter Terrorism Certification Board. He is also the Vice Chair of FS-ISAC’s Asia-Pacific Strategy Committee.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Danny dedicates time to the community as an Associate Mediator with the Singapore Mediation Centre & Small Claims Tribunals and spearheads the micro-social initiative “Making a Difference.”

Event details 

Theme: Safeguarding Trust

Date: 15-16 July, 2025

Location: Singapore 

Exercise

Participating in exercises increases resilience. Take part in our in-person Tabletop exercise, "SAAS Third Party Outage," on 14 July. This exercise is hosted in conjunction with the 2025 APAC Summit, but registration is separate. Find out more about the exercise here.