PG - I Club and So Can You

Explore the concept of starting and running an "I Club" in this 13-minute conference talk from BSidesLV 2017. Discover the personal and professional benefits of creating a community-driven group focused on information security. Learn about successful I Club experiences, including Computer Security Special Winter and Black Box Society. Gain practical insights on logistics, location selection, advertising strategies, and effective communication methods. Understand how to maintain a competition focus and potentially spin off into specialized groups. Whether you're a seasoned security professional or just starting out, acquire valuable knowledge on fostering a collaborative learning environment in the field of information security.

Introduction
Why you should start an I Club
Your reasons
Helping others
Teaching others
I Club Experiences
Computer Security Special Winter
Black Box Society
DC 404
Takeaways
Starter Guide
Logistics
Location
Advertising
Communications
Competition Focus
Spinning Off
Conclusion