FAQ

A few common questions.

No bad questions. If yours isn't here, message us on LinkedIn.

Do I have to be in cyber security to come?

Anyone genuinely interested in the field is welcome. The room is mostly working cyber security and privacy folks (defenders, builders, GRC, students, founders, researchers, lawyers), with career-curious folks and people switching in from other disciplines mixed in. The one thing that doesn't fit is treating the room as a sales funnel. If you're shopping vendors for your AppSec budget, that's not us.

Is there a talk or schedule?

We pick a topic ahead of time as a starting point. No talks, no slides, no schedule. The room takes it from there. People split into small conversations, drift between them, and leave when they want.

How do I RSVP?

Through Luma. New invites go out about a week before each chat. RSVP early so we know to expect you.

What if I can't make it after RSVPing?

Life happens. Just unregister on Luma when you know, so someone on the waitlist can take the spot. A quick heads-up beats a no-show.

Can my company sponsor?

WSC is unsponsored on purpose, and we'd like to keep it that way. The best ways to support the community are to suggest a topic and bring a colleague.

Can I pitch my startup or talk about hiring?

One-on-one, absolutely. That's how most hiring around here actually happens. Just keep it conversational and skip the room-wide pitch.

Is it kid-friendly, pet-friendly, partner-welcome?

Partners and friends are welcome, we love meeting people in your orbit. For kids and pets, it's a coffee shop on Saturday afternoon, so use judgment based on what the room (and the café) can handle. The conversation is the draw, not the venue.

I have a topic idea.

Love that. Head to Topics and suggest it once you're signed in. The community votes on what shows up next, and we work the top ones into upcoming chats.