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Speakers include innovator and futurist, AI and data science leader, and decorated war hero and resilience advocate
Alexandria, VA (14 May 2026) — Building on the success of GSX 2025, which welcomed participants from 95 countries, Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2026 is set to deliver another exceptional lineup of thought leadership and innovation. Taking place 14-16 September at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, the event will feature 200+ education sessions, 500+ exhibitors, and three transformational keynote speakers who will challenge security professionals to think differently about leadership, technology, and resilience in an evolving threat landscape.
"Our members face complex, high stakes challenges every day, and they deserve a stage that matches that reality,” stated Eddie Sorrells, CPP, PSP, PCI, 2026 President, ASIS International. “This year's keynote speakers, a pioneer in exponential technology, a leader in AI and decision science, and a true embodiment of resilience, were chosen to do exactly that. To challenge, inspire, and equip our global community for what lies ahead."
Monday, 14 September
Peter Diamandis, MD | Founder and Executive Chairman, XPRIZE Foundation and Executive Founder and Director, Singularity University
Peter Diamandis is a visionary entrepreneur and futurist who has spent his career pushing the boundaries of what's possible through exponential technologies and moonshot thinking. As founder of the XPRIZE Foundation and co-founder of Singularity University, Diamandis has inspired global innovation in fields ranging from space exploration to healthcare. A New York Times bestselling author of four books, Diamandis helps leaders understand how rapid technological change creates both disruption and opportunity. In his GSX keynote, Diamandis will explore how exponential thinking and emerging technologies are reshaping security challenges and creating new possibilities for protection, resilience, and organizational transformation. General Session sponsored by Allied Universal
Tuesday, 15 September
Cassie Kozyrkov | CEO, Kozyr; Fmr. Chief Decision Scientist, Google
Cassie Kozyrkov is widely regarded as one of the most influential voices in making AI and data science accessible, practical, and strategically valuable. As Google's former Chief Decision Scientist, she has helped organizations around the world apply AI and machine learning to real-world challenges while avoiding common pitfalls. Known for her ability to demystify complex technical concepts, Kozyrkov bridges the gap between technical possibility and business reality. In her GSX keynote, she will provide security leaders with practical frameworks for leveraging AI and data-driven decision-making to enhance threat detection, risk assessment, and organizational resilience in an increasingly complex landscape.
Wednesday, 16 September
Travis Mills | Retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant and Quadruple Amputee
Retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills is one of only five quadruple amputees to survive injuries sustained from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. After being wounded by an IED (improvised explosive device) in Afghanistan in 2012, Mills embarked on a journey of recovery that exemplifies extraordinary resilience, determination, and leadership. He founded the Travis Mills Foundation, which provides critical support to injured veterans and their families, and has become a sought-after speaker on overcoming adversity, mental toughness, and never giving up. In his GSX keynote, Mills will share powerful lessons on resilience, adaptability, and leading in the face of extreme adversity—insights that resonate deeply with security professionals who face high-stakes decisions and complex crises. General Session Sponsored by Protos Security
GSX 2026 will encompass 200+ sessions addressing critical issues across themes including Executive Protection, Governance, Information Security, Intelligence, Investigations, Organizational Resilience, Site Security, Supply Chain Security, Personnel Security. Registration for GSX 2026 is now open at www.GSX.org.
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About Global Security Exchange (GSX)
Global Security Exchange (GSX) is the world's premier event for security professionals, celebrating over 70 years of advancing the profession. Powered by ASIS International, GSX brings together the global security community for unparalleled education, networking, and innovation. GSX 2026 will welcome security leaders, practitioners, and solution providers from around the world to Atlanta, Georgia, for three days of learning, collaboration, and discovery. To learn more about GSX 2026, visit www.GSX.org.
About ASIS International
Founded in 1955, ASIS International is the world's largest membership organization for security management professionals, with more than 34,000 members across 240+ chapters globally. ASIS is recognized as the premier source for learning, networking, standards, and research in the security profession. Through its board certifications, award-winning Security Management magazine, and Global Security Exchange—the most influential event in the profession—ASIS ensures its members and the security community have access to the intelligence and resources necessary to protect their people, property, and assets. Learn more at www.asisonline.org.
