Events & Speaking
Bringing metacognition to conferences, communities, and public fora.
We bring cognitive security to life at conferences, community events, and public fora through experiential learning and knowledge sharing. Whether you're hosting a major security conference or a community meetup, we create memorable experiences that tangibly demonstrate why cognitive security matters and what we can do about it.
Can Your Brain Be Hacked?
The Cognitive Security Village is our hands-on exploration space—part demo lab, part tactical playground. Designed for hackers, researchers, security professionals, and curious minds alike, the village showcases just how easy it is to hack the human brain.
Each village event is different, tailored to the space, audience, and moment. But one thing's always true: the most dangerous exploit is the one inside your mind.
What to Expect:
Interactive experiments in influence, bias, and deception
Live challenges and simulations
Real-world demonstrations of cognitive attacks
Takeaway strategies and resources
Peer-to-peer learning and discussion
Expert facilitators from our network
How the Cognitive Security Village Works
The village is a physical space to occupy and experience.
Test their own vulnerabilities through interactive exercises
See attacks in action with live demonstrations of manipulation techniques
Compete in challenges that reveal cognitive biases and blind spots
Ask experts questions about real-world cognitive threats
Take home tools for continued learning and awareness
Each Village event is different, tailored to the space, audience, and moment. But one thing's always true: we'll show you just how easily your brain can be hacked!
Previous villages featured:
Bias recognition games
Deepfake detection challenges
Critical thinking puzzles
Neurodivergence simulations
AI social engineering demos
Neuropsychology experiments
Booking Information:
Can be standalone or part of a larger conference/event
Setup footprint can be tailored to fit your space
4-8 hour duration (or multi-day)
Supports 50-5000+ attendees depending on configuration
Can include themed competitions, prizes, and training
Keynotes & Speaking Engagements
Our founders and network are available for keynotes, organizational presentations, panel participation, and webinar sessions.
Current Topic Coverage:
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Cognitive Security Awareness for [Audience]
Tailored to your specific industry, role, or community—how cognitive threats manifest in your context and what you can do about them.
Critical Ignoring: The Art of Strategic Intention
In an age of information overload, learning what NOT to pay attention to is as important as critical thinking.
The Art & Science of Metawar
Understanding information warfare, narrative manipulation, and the battlefield of belief systems.
The Mind is the Attack Surface
Why the most sophisticated security infrastructure means nothing if attackers can manipulate decision-makers directly.
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Reality Pentesting
How to test your organization's cognitive security posture—before adversaries exploit it.
Critical Thinking 101
Practical frameworks for evaluating information, recognizing manipulation, and making better decisions.
We are always available to develop talks tailored to a specific theme, audience, objective, and/or topic.
Our Esteemed Speakers
K. Melton
Founder & CEO
15 years of security awareness training and executive leadership, specializing in transforming complex security concepts into accessible, engaging learning experiences.
Winn Schwartau
Co-Founder & Advisor Emeritus
The "Grandfather of Security Awareness" and cybersecurity visionary since 1983. Author, speaker, and thought leader who has accurately forecasted security trends for four decades.
Expert Network
Extended Community
We can also connect you with speakers from our partner network, including cognitive security researchers, former intelligence professionals, psychologists, and practitioners.
Conferences & Community Events
Beyond formal speaking and Villages, we participate in cognitive security community events year-round.
Conference Exhibitions
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Vendor booth presence with demos & resources
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Co-promotional opportunities with event organizers
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Networking & community building
Community Meetups
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Local cognitive security awareness events
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Professional association presentations
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Educational institution talks
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Nonprofit & civic organization programs
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Q&A sessions with audiences
Experiences & Challenges
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Cognitive security CTF-style competitions
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Collaborative hands-on experience design for simulating different real-life scenarios
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Summit-style innovation & problem solving events
Book an Event or Speaker
Interested in bringing cognitive security awareness to your conference, organization, or community?
Cognitive Security Village
Contact us with your event details, expected attendance, and space specifications. We'll work with you to design an experience tailored to your needs. Typical lead time of at least 6-12 weeks preferred for full customization.
Speaking Engagements
Let us know your event theme, audience, and preferred topics. We'll propose relevant talks or develop custom content for your needs. Typical lead time 4-8 weeks, though we can accommodate much shorter timelines if necessary.