# It Takes a Region: Cybersecurity Pathways in Rural Alabama

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**Date:** March 12, 2026 · 10:00 PM  
**Location:** Austin Marriott Downtown / Waller Ballroom C  
**Format:** Panel  
**Track:** Workplace track  
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## Speakers

- **Kim KnightCareer and Technical Education** — DirectorTalladega County Schools
- **Scott Ross** — Director of Information TechnologyHudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology
- **Seth WalkerAlumnusLincoln High School**
- **Kimberly Smith** — Chief Innovation OfficerDigital Promise

In rural eastern Alabama, a cybersecurity talent pipeline is taking root—powered by bold collaboration between K–12 schools, postsecondary institutions, and local industry. This session shares how a regional alliance is designing hands-on learning experiences, embedding aligned credentials, and unlocking high-wage, high-demand careers for students. Discover how a rural community is transforming opportunity through workforce-aligned education and community-wide vision.

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