Special Events

FOCUS 09 will feature an array of receptions, gatherings, and fabulous evening events, providing you with ample opportunity to both network with other attendees and have a little fun.

Special Events Calendar
Tuesday, October 6
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Welcome Reception
(Solutions Expo Open)
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm The Place After Dark
(Invitation only for
The Place Members)
Thursday, October 8
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Sponsor Expo Reception
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Final Evening Event at the
Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Friday, October 9
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Farewell Luncheon


Welcome Reception
Tuesday, October 6
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Expo Hall
On Tuesday evening, the conference kicks off in style with the FOCUS 09 Welcome Reception. The conference’s first gathering will feature great food and first-class entertainment. The welcome reception will also offer you your first chance to visit McAfee partners at the Sponsor Expo. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to mingle with colleagues and make new contacts. Note: Be sure to come to the FOCUS registration desk in the conference center to pick up your badge and conference materials prior to attending the Welcome Reception.

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The Place After Dark
(Invitation Only for members of The Place at McAfee)
Tuesday, October 6
9:00 pm – 11:00 pm; V Bar
Get on the VIP list and join the ranks of celebrities on the red carpet. Following the FOCUS 09 Welcome Reception, the party continues for members of The Place at V Bar with delicious desserts and drinks, plus all the networking a community can ask for! Don’t miss this golden opportunity to mix and mingle with your fellow The Place members and McAfee executives before FOCUS kicks into high gear. Find out more about The Place at McAfee.

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Sponsor Expo Reception
Thursday, October 8
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
A reception will be held in the Expo Hall on Thursday evening, giving you more dedicated time than ever to meet with FOCUS sponsors. Find out how some of the world's most accomplished companies work with McAfee, and learn how your business can benefit from the latest solutions. Thursday's reception will be your last chance to meet with FOCUS sponsors, so be sure to stop by. And remember: The Expo reception will include an assortment of food and beverages, so don't miss out!

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Final Evening Event
at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Thursday, October 8
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! Satisfy your need for speed at FOCUS’ final night extravaganza at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. We’re taking over the track so you can experience firsthand the remarkable power of professional racing.

Many lucky attendees will enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: Riding with a driver on the open track at speeds exceeding 150 MPH! Experience the incredible strength of turbo-paced NASCAR and street race cars as they navigate hair-pin turns and accelerate into the straight-aways.

And if racing at over twice the legal limit isn’t quite your speed, that’s OK. There’ll also be plenty of great food, live music, dancing and entertainment to keep your heart pumping throughout the night.

You don’t want to miss what’s sure to be a high-octane celebration!

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Farewell Luncheon
Friday, October 9
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Attend the Farewell Luncheon—the conference’s final group gathering—on Friday afternoon to commemorate the conclusion of the conference and meet with fellow attendees one last time. Hear closing remarks from McAfee executives and enjoy one last opportunity to connect with colleagues.

You especially won’t want to miss a special Cybercrime Panel, featuring best-selling author George Kurtz (Hacking Exposed), security expert Howard Schmidt and Visa’s Joe Majka.

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Focus 09 Security Conference
FEATURING Keynotes:
Gen. Colin Powell, USA (Ret.);
McAfee CEO Dave DeWalt;
and more.

Over 90 informative
track sessions

CPE credits and
certification opportunities

Dedicated time with partners
at the Sponsor Expo

Targeted networking
activities and special events

Hacking Exposed sessions
with George Kurtz and
Stuart McClure

Opportunities to see the
McAfee Avert Labs research
team in action

And much more.


SESSION SCHEDULE View a detailed schedule
of FOCUS sessions.


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