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18–20 May, Copenhagen

SPECIES26

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Join us in the iconic city of Copenhagen for the 20th edition of SPECIES—the leading cyber security partner event for service providers. This milestone gathering brings together industry leaders from around the world to share best practices, network, and explore what's next in cyber security.

Copenhagen—the Nordic capital of innovation, design, and forward thinking—will host SPECIES26. The conference will once again offer an inspiring mix of visionary keynotes, partner case studies, and meaningful conversations with peers and F-Secure's senior management.

For two decades, this event has been where ideas take shape, partnerships deepen, and the future of cyber security is charted. Don't miss this edition to stay ahead and continue shaping the future of the industry together.

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Keynotes and speakers

Timo Laaksonen

President and CEO, F‑Secure

Timo Laaksonen is President and CEO of F‑Secure and formerly served as Vice President of Consumer Security and in various other roles at WithSecure since 2012. He is passionate about sharing best practices in cyber security in relatable terms and helping service providers build successful security businesses that complement their core offerings.

Laaksonen joined F‑Secure Corporation in Finland in October 2012 as a member of the Leadership Team, responsible for the Content Cloud business line. From 2015 to 2019, he led F‑Secure’s Consumer Business in North and Latin America. After returning to Finland, he headed global commercial operations in the Managed Detection & Response Business Unit. Prior to joining F‑Secure, he led international business units and venture-backed start-ups in the fields of security, cloud, telecom, predictive analytics, and mobile services.

He holds a Master’s degree in Economics from the Turku School of Economics and Business Administration in Finland. Outside of work, he is passionate about sports, travel, and music.

Laura Kankaala

Head of Threat Intelligence, 
F‑Secure

Laura Kankaala has been in the industry for almost ten years, and her back­ground lies in offensive security (white hacking). Featuring as a professional hacker on Team Whack — a TV series for Finnish Broad­casting Company YLE that demonstrates how every­thing is hackable — Kankaala is well-versed in helping consumers under­stand cyber security, removing the jargon and simplifying the issue, some­thing she is passionate about.

Debra Searle

External keynote speaker

We’re excited to welcome Debra Searle as this year’s external keynote speaker. A world‑renowned corporate speaker, professional adventurer, serial entrepreneur, and board‑level director, Debra has spent her life proving what’s possible when mindset meets action. Her extraordinary achievements — in both extreme environments and the business world — have made her a trusted source of inspiration for organizations and leaders across the globe. Year after year, she earns a Top 10 ranking in the Global Gurus public vote for the World’s Top 30 Motivational Speakers, reaching as high as no.3 behind Simon Sinek and Tony Robbins, and is recognized as the highest‑ranking female motivational speaker worldwide.

Marcus John Henry Brown

Host

Marcus John Henry Brown is a British storyteller and performance speaker based in Germany. He has been a long-standing partner to F‑Secure and a key part of the SPECIES experience, where his blend of humor, sharp insight, and strong stagecraft has made him a recurring and highly appreciated host.

Marcus has collaborated with F‑Secure for many years, shaping powerful narratives, coaching speakers, and transforming partner case studies into compelling on‑stage stories. Having previously hosted four SPECIES events, he will once again set the tone — bringing his signature blend of energy, precision, and professionalism to every moment of the program.

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SPECIES26 will take place in the iconic city of Copenhagen

Renowned for its pioneering spirit, Copenhagen stands at the crossroads of creativity and sustainability. From world-leading architecture and design to clean energy solutions, the city continues to inspire with its bold, human-centered approach to innovation. Copenhaghen thrives on collaboration and forward-thinking ideas, making it the perfect setting for shaping the future of business and technology.

Our venue, the Copenhagen Marriott Hotel, offers an unmatched waterfront experience on Kalvebod Brygge. Overlooking the serene Copenhagen harbor, guests are surrounded by the essence of Scandinavian elegance. Just a short stroll from the Tivoli Gardens and the historic city center, this modern venue offers an exceptional setting for business meetings, collaborating, and shaping what comes next.

Copenhagen Marriott Hotel, Kalvebod Brygge 5, 1560 Copenhagen

#1 consumer cyber security service provider conference

SPECIES brings together cyber security leaders from around the world, sharing real-world case studies with first-hand insights. Most of the content in the conference is partner-led, from service providers like you.

SPECIES provides a unique environment to connect and learn from peers, deepen your cyber security expertise, and gain actionable insights and tools that translate directly into impact.

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