General Membership Luncheon – October 16 2025

Mark your calendar for the monthly General Membership Luncheon.

Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm

Location: Nyack Seaport

Topic:  AI is redefining how MSSPs deliver security 

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By enhancing agility, intelligence, and scalability, AI allows MSSPs to respond more effectively to today’s dynamic threat landscape. It empowers providers to shift from reactive defense to proactive protection, strengthening their ability to safeguard client environments. With AI, MSSPs can offer smarter, faster, and more resilient security services. This evolution positions MSSPs as strategic partners in helping businesses stay secure and resilient in an increasingly digital world.

Presenter:  Paul Downey – Business Development Manager – North East Region

Bio: Telecom and cybersecurity professional with nearly 30 years of experience across field tech, support, field operations, sales engineering, and business development. I specialize in managed solutions and cybersecurity, helping organizations secure and optimize their network infrastructure. My background blends deep technical expertise with a strategic mindset, enabling me to deliver scalable, secure, and innovative solutions. Currently focused on driving growth through partnerships and digital transformation initiatives. Passionate about staying ahead of industry trends and empowering clients to navigate the evolving threat landscape.

About Crown Castle: The nation’s largest provider of shared communications infrastructure, connecting people and business to data & technology.  Currently, they have over 90K route miles of fiber throughout the US and 44K of On-net building. Crown Castle is a seven billion dollar company that is publicly traded on the NYSE.