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<h2>Connect, collaborate, recharge.</h2>
Step into nature’s classroom where Chief Information Security Officers recharge, connect, and fight burnout in the nation's most breathtaking national parks. 
A CISO-owned and governed organization.

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A New Approach to Reduce Burnout

Experience the beauty and support the nation's most stunning national parks.

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Breathtaking National Parks

Connect with fellow CISOs and build closer, life-long relationships.

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Life-long Relationships

Retreats built to help our CISOs peers manage nation-state level stress.

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A Place to Recharge

Nationwide membership is limited to top executives leading enterprise information and cybersecurity.

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Selective and Vetted

CISO Ascent proudly supports the National Parks and communities where events are hosted.

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Attend with Purpose

Optional travel and lodging grants for members with tight budgets.

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Breaking Down Barriers

CISO Ascent

CISO Ascent unites outdoor leadership events with purpose-driven community investments for senior cybersecurity executives. Wilderness excursions, executive-coaching sessions, and outdoor peer think tanks allow leaders to disconnect while cultivating a tight-knit community committed to giving back.