36 : 12 : 54 : 37
Thursday May 28, 2026
Pendennis Building, Edmonton, Alberta
JUNE 25 | EDMONTON
This year, Samdesk User Conference is focused on what matters most: real-world outcomes.
You'll hear directly from security, risk and operations teams who are using samdesk today to:
Shorten the gap between an alert and a clear decision
Verify what matters faster - without chasing noise or false signals
Make confident decisions while situations are still developing
Mark your calendar on Thursday May 28, 2026
9660 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5H 3V5 (view on map)
Samdesk User Conference will be held at the historical Pendennis building on Edmonton's Jasper Avenue. The newly redeveloped Pendennis Building offers stunning vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling natural light, and an incredible rooftop patio overlooking Edmonton’s river valley.
Stay nearby at the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. The official hotel for guests.
10065 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6 (view on map)
Stay at the iconic Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. Overlooking the stunning North Saskatchewan River Valley, this historic hotel blends luxury with comfort, providing the perfect backdrop for networking, learning, and relaxation. Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with peers and industry experts in one of Canada's most picturesque settings.
Agenda
Subject to change
Morning
Samdesk CEO Keynote
Samdesk CEO, James Neufeld, kicks off the day with a candid look at how security operations are evolving—what’s working, what’s changing, and how leading teams are using AI and samdesk to stay ahead. Get a first look at what’s on the horizon for samdesk and what it means for you.
When It Hits Your Industry: The First Real Test of a Security Team
What happens when a new system is immediately put to the test? Hear how one global security team navigated a high-profile kidnapping that shook the crypto industry, and how their preparation, tools, and decisions played out in real time.
Next Generation of GSOC's: What Security Leaders are Thinking About
Security operations are changing fast. In this panel, security leaders share how they’re rethinking GSOCs to handle increasing threat volume, move faster, and make smarter decisions when it matters most.
The First 15 Minutes: Building a Fast Response Muscle
When an incident hits, speed and clarity defines everything that follows. In this interactive session, the samdesk Customer Success team walks through a live scenario—breaking down how top teams triage signals, align stakeholders, and take decisive action under pressure.
Afternoon
Bridging the Gap: Physical Security Meets Technology
Most security challenges aren’t just about the tools—they’re about the disconnect between operators and the technology meant to support them. In this session, speakers from IOBSE explore where teams struggle to connect tools with action, and how leading organizations simplify complexity and design workflows that actually work under pressure.
Security Practitioner-Led Round Tables
Join candid, peer-led discussions with corporate security leaders tackling today’s toughest challenges including how to scale GSOCs and best practices for managing risk in an unpredictable world.
From Alert to Action: How Samdesk Supercharges Threat Monitoring and Crisis Response
AAA takes you inside their GSOC to show how they move from detection to action in real-world incidents such as mass casualty events, executive protection threats, and severe weather. In this session, they’ll share how they use samdesk to drive faster, more confident operational decisions.
How Samdesk Changed the Way We Manage School Safety
A major U.S. school district shares how they use samdesk to cut through information overload, assess real-world threats, and respond with greater speed and clarity to protect students, staff, and their community.
Evening
🛳️ Riverboat Social
Step aboard the Edmonton Riverboat for an evening of fresh air, flowing drinks, and unbeatable views. Cruise the North Saskatchewan - no slides, no speakers, just good conversation and a boatload of vibes. Shuttles provided
36 : 12 : 54 : 37
Thursday May 28, 2026
Pendennis Building, Edmonton, Alberta
JUNE 25 | EDMONTON
This year, Samdesk User Conference is focused on what matters most: real-world outcomes.
You'll hear directly from security, risk and operations teams who are using samdesk today to:
Shorten the gap between an alert and a clear decision
Verify what matters faster - without chasing noise or false signals
Make confident decisions while situations are still developing
Mark your calendar on Thursday May 28, 2026
9660 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5H 3V5 (view on map)
Samdesk User Conference will be held at the historical Pendennis building on Edmonton's Jasper Avenue. The newly redeveloped Pendennis Building offers stunning vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling natural light, and an incredible rooftop patio overlooking Edmonton’s river valley.
Stay nearby at the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. The official hotel for guests.
10065 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6 (view on map)
Stay at the iconic Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. Overlooking the stunning North Saskatchewan River Valley, this historic hotel blends luxury with comfort, providing the perfect backdrop for networking, learning, and relaxation. Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with peers and industry experts in one of Canada's most picturesque settings.
Agenda
Subject to change
Morning
Samdesk CEO Keynote
Samdesk CEO, James Neufeld, kicks off the day with a candid look at how security operations are evolving—what’s working, what’s changing, and how leading teams are using AI and samdesk to stay ahead. Get a first look at what’s on the horizon for samdesk and what it means for you.
When It Hits Your Industry: The First Real Test of a Security Team
What happens when a new system is immediately put to the test? Hear how one global security team navigated a high-profile kidnapping that shook the crypto industry, and how their preparation, tools, and decisions played out in real time.
Next Generation of GSOC's: What Security Leaders are Thinking About
Security operations are changing fast. In this panel, security leaders share how they’re rethinking GSOCs to handle increasing threat volume, move faster, and make smarter decisions when it matters most.
The First 15 Minutes: Building a Fast Response Muscle
When an incident hits, speed and clarity defines everything that follows. In this interactive session, the samdesk Customer Success team walks through a live scenario—breaking down how top teams triage signals, align stakeholders, and take decisive action under pressure.
Afternoon
Bridging the Gap: Physical Security Meets Technology
Most security challenges aren’t just about the tools—they’re about the disconnect between operators and the technology meant to support them. In this session, speakers from IOBSE explore where teams struggle to connect tools with action, and how leading organizations simplify complexity and design workflows that actually work under pressure.
Security Practitioner-Led Round Tables
Join candid, peer-led discussions with corporate security leaders tackling today’s toughest challenges including how to scale GSOCs and best practices for managing risk in an unpredictable world.
From Alert to Action: How Samdesk Supercharges Threat Monitoring and Crisis Response
AAA takes you inside their GSOC to show how they move from detection to action in real-world incidents such as mass casualty events, executive protection threats, and severe weather. In this session, they’ll share how they use samdesk to drive faster, more confident operational decisions.
How Samdesk Changed the Way We Manage School Safety
A major U.S. school district shares how they use samdesk to cut through information overload, assess real-world threats, and respond with greater speed and clarity to protect students, staff, and their community.
Evening
🛳️ Riverboat Social
Step aboard the Edmonton Riverboat for an evening of fresh air, flowing drinks, and unbeatable views. Cruise the North Saskatchewan - no slides, no speakers, just good conversation and a boatload of vibes. Shuttles provided
36 : 12 : 54 : 37
Thursday May 28, 2026
Pendennis Building, Edmonton, Alberta
JUNE 25 | EDMONTON
This year, Samdesk User Conference is focused on what matters most: real-world outcomes.
You'll hear directly from security, risk and operations teams who are using samdesk today to:
Shorten the gap between an alert and a clear decision
Verify what matters faster - without chasing noise or false signals
Make confident decisions while situations are still developing
Mark your calendar on Thursday May 28, 2026
9660 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5H 3V5 (view on map)
Samdesk User Conference will be held at the historical Pendennis building on Edmonton's Jasper Avenue. The newly redeveloped Pendennis Building offers stunning vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling natural light, and an incredible rooftop patio overlooking Edmonton’s river valley.
Stay nearby at the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. The official hotel for guests.
10065 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6 (view on map)
Stay at the iconic Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. Overlooking the stunning North Saskatchewan River Valley, this historic hotel blends luxury with comfort, providing the perfect backdrop for networking, learning, and relaxation. Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with peers and industry experts in one of Canada's most picturesque settings.
Agenda
Subject to change
Morning
Samdesk CEO Keynote
Samdesk CEO, James Neufeld, kicks off the day with a candid look at how security operations are evolving—what’s working, what’s changing, and how leading teams are using AI and samdesk to stay ahead. Get a first look at what’s on the horizon for samdesk and what it means for you.
When It Hits Your Industry: The First Real Test of a Security Team
What happens when a new system is immediately put to the test? Hear how one global security team navigated a high-profile kidnapping that shook the crypto industry, and how their preparation, tools, and decisions played out in real time.
Next Generation of GSOC's: What Security Leaders are Thinking About
Security operations are changing fast. In this panel, security leaders share how they’re rethinking GSOCs to handle increasing threat volume, move faster, and make smarter decisions when it matters most.
The First 15 Minutes: Building a Fast Response Muscle
When an incident hits, speed and clarity defines everything that follows. In this interactive session, the samdesk Customer Success team walks through a live scenario—breaking down how top teams triage signals, align stakeholders, and take decisive action under pressure.
Afternoon
Bridging the Gap: Physical Security Meets Technology
Most security challenges aren’t just about the tools—they’re about the disconnect between operators and the technology meant to support them. In this session, speakers from IOBSE explore where teams struggle to connect tools with action, and how leading organizations simplify complexity and design workflows that actually work under pressure.
Security Practitioner-Led Round Tables
Join candid, peer-led discussions with corporate security leaders tackling today’s toughest challenges including how to scale GSOCs and best practices for managing risk in an unpredictable world.
From Alert to Action: How Samdesk Supercharges Threat Monitoring and Crisis Response
AAA takes you inside their GSOC to show how they move from detection to action in real-world incidents such as mass casualty events, executive protection threats, and severe weather. In this session, they’ll share how they use samdesk to drive faster, more confident operational decisions.
How Samdesk Changed the Way We Manage School Safety
A major U.S. school district shares how they use samdesk to cut through information overload, assess real-world threats, and respond with greater speed and clarity to protect students, staff, and their community.
Evening
🛳️ Riverboat Social
Step aboard the Edmonton Riverboat for an evening of fresh air, flowing drinks, and unbeatable views. Cruise the North Saskatchewan - no slides, no speakers, just good conversation and a boatload of vibes. Shuttles provided
Previous Speakers Include:
Previous Speakers Include:
Chad Dennis
Manager, Global Trust & Safety Strategy DoorDash
Morné du Preez
Senior Director of Global Security Nutrien
Keon Ellison
GSOC and Travel Security Anthropic
Chom Loth
Insider Risk & Protective Services Anthropic
Scott Stewart
Senior Vice President of Protective Intelligence Torchstone
Anika Smart
Director of Transportation LA Metro
Dan McEleney
Product Lead samdesk
James Neufeld
Founder & CEO samdesk
Sean Solbak
CTO samdesk
A look back at our 2025 User Conference:
A look back at our 2025 User Conference:
A look back at our 2025 User Conference:
