FAQ

Where are Yinz hosting this event?

We are returning to The Rivers Casino, 777 Casino Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

When are Yinz hosting this event?

December 9th from 8am – 6pm

How much are Yinz charging for the event?

$100 will get you a ticket to the full day event including the Happy Hour

Is there parking for the event?

Yes, all parking on the property is free!

What should I wear to the event?

Business Casual / Casual is acceptable.  We may be allowing costumes due to the proximity to Halloween, so stay tuned!

What should I expect from the event?

This will be determined based on our speakers. We are currently accepting speakers here!

Who has attended the event in the past from a role perspective?

We typically see roles ranging but not limited to the following:

-          IT Consultants

-          IT Engineers

-          IT Managers

-          Cyber Managers

-          IT Directors

-          Directors of Governance, Risk and Compliance

-          Risk Analysts

-          C-Suite IT Decision Makers

Who has attended this event in the past as it relates to companies?

The following companies listed below have attended our event in the past:

-          Giant Eagle

-          PNC Bank

-          American Eagle

-          Dollar Bank

-          GNC

-          Federated Hermes

-          Schneider Downs

-          UPMC

-          Highmark Health

-          AHN (Allegheny Health Network)

Who has spoken at your event in the past?

-          Brian Krebs (Security Blogger/Researcher)

-          Tyler Cohen Wood (US Department of Defense)

-          Robbie Bach (Chief Innovation Officer @ Xbox)

-          Brett Johnson (Former US Most Wanted Cyber Criminal)

-          Frances Haugen (Facebook Whistleblower)

How many CPE can I get from this event?

By attending the full event you will obtain 8 CPE.

What happens at the conclusion of the event?

We will have a Happy Hour at the event with drink tickets and a cash bar following the use of allotted drink tickets.

Does the hotel have a room block?

Yes, we have a room block at the hotel for attendees.

What is the closest airport to the event?

Pittsburgh International Airport is the closest airport to our event.

What is there to do in Pittsburgh?

Downtown Pittsburgh is about a 15–20-minute drive from the hotel. Additionally, Pittsburgh is a city with many sights and sounds including the famous inclines and overlooks.  Pittsburgh is also a sports town that hosts the Pittsburgh Penguins and Pittsburgh Steelers that typically have games occurring in October.