LIFT

Empowered by Women in Security, A Fresh Approach to building a supportive community for Women in Cyber.  

LIFT is guided by principles that make our industry stronger: Learn and Listen, Impact and Inclusivity, Focus on the Future, while celebrating each individual’s success.     

Mission: To connect professionals and expand opportunities for women to pursue and grow careers in cybersecurity.

Vision: To increase women’s representation in cybersecurity and advance diversity, leadership, and professional growth.

LIFT Events

2025: Sip & Paint | Career Development | Dragon Boat | Hike Series | Golf Series | Trivia Night | Holiday Event

Hike #2: Sunday, July 20, 8:30am @ Gardens of the Gods. 1805 N. 30th St, Colorado Springs. Susan G Bretag/Palmer Loop hike is 2.4mile, moderate. Sponsored by Structured.

Yoga: August 5th @ 5pm @ The River Yoga, 4055 Inca Street, Denver.

Golf series, 4 lessons Aug 12, 26, Sep 9, 23. Tournament Sep 30 @ Broken Tee Golf Course, 2101 W Oxford Ave, Englewood.

CSA “Colorado = Security” picnic: Aug 23. Location TBD. Craft-making, water games, & more.

Trivia Night: Nov 11, 6:30pm @ Reivers Bar, Gaylord shops near Washington Park

Axe Throwing: date & location TBD. Age 18+ only.

CSA Holiday Party: December

Past 2025 Events

  1. Dragon Boat training: June 6 @ Sloan’s Lake in Denver. Sponsored by Upwind.

  2. Sip & Paint: March 20 at Different Strokes. Sponsored by Proofpoint & Juniper networks.

  3. Career Development: April 29 @ Plante Moran. Sponsored by Dirsec & Plante Moran

  4. Hike #1 & Rock painting: May 20 @ Deer Creek Canyon in Littleton. Moderate hike @ 3 miles. Sponsored by Structured.

Past 2024 Events

  1. Dec: Winter CSA celebration.

  2. Oct 1: Quick 6 Golf Tournament. Sponsored by Kiteworks and Blink Ops.

  3. Sep 29: Fall (Leaf peeping) Hike 3 at Bruin Bluff Trail, Lair o’ the Bear. Sponsored by Mimecast

  4. Sep 24: Golf Lesson 4 at Broken Tee Golf Course. Sponsored by TD SYNNEX

  5. Sep 17: Golf Lesson 3 at Broken Tee Golf Course. Sponsored by Plante Moran

  6. Aug 27: Golf Lesson 2 at Broken Tee Golf Course. Sponsored by Varonis

  7. Aug 22: Sip & Paint: Different Strokes Paint n’ Sip in Aurora. Sponsored by Proofpoint and Recorded Future.

  8. Aug 13: Golf Lesson 1. Sponsored by Reliaquest

  9. July 19: Summer Hike 2 at Sloan’s Lake in Denver, 2.3 miles .

  10. June 18: Trivia at Reivers Bar & Grill, near Washington Park in Denver. Sponsored by Abnormal Security

  11. May 16: Spring Hike 1 at Deer Creek Canyon, 13896 Grizzly Dr, Littleton, CO. Meadowlark Trail & Plymouth Creek Trail

  12. Feb 2: JeffCon Student Technology Conference, event for high school students. We’ll have a booth from 11am-1pm.

Past 2023 Events

  1. Dec 12: Holiday Party at Tivoli Brewery, 900 Auraria Pkwy Ste 240, Denver, CO 80204.

  2. Nov 30: Yoga & 30 Days of Gratitude at RiNo Yoga Social, 3101 Walnut St, Denver, CO 80205.

  3. Oct 12: Webinar: Empowering Your Career Journey - Insights from an Accomplished Woman Leader. 

  4. Aug 28: Sept 25th: Golf. Theme: Finding your voice in a room full of men.

  5. June 28: Hike & Picnic at Deer Creek Canyon Park, 13388 Grizzly Drive, Littleton, CO 80127.

LIFTSQUAD Board Members

  • Erika Jones, President

  • Billie Mohrbach, VP

  • Jennifer Swaney

  • Jess Taussig

  • Kenna Chapman

  • Kit Barwick

  • Mallory Rubbo

  • Mary Hayden

  • Rae Muller

  • Quintana Patterson

  • Yiping Sun

  • Yvette Florez, Executive Advisor

FAQs

Our logo — an uplifted open hand — symbolizes the spirit of giving, receiving, and supporting one another. The CSA cloud represents the future of computing: an open, neutral community where computing professionals can grow, connect, and reach new heights together.

LIFT has no membership fees, ensuring there are no barriers to joining and everyone has equal access to opportunities. 

Thanks to our Co-Founders Sara Avery (‘21-23), Dana Sanchez (‘21-23), Stephanie Jasper (‘21-23), Susan Bullwinkle (‘21-22), Amber DeVilbiss (‘21-’22), Angela Sims (‘21-22), & Karen Worstell (‘21-22). Board members Larisa Thomas (2023) and Heather Hobson (2024).

Who does LIFT serve?

  • LIFT brings together security technologists of all levels, backgrounds, roles, and generations to create fun, engaging community events for networking and growth. We actively support women pursuing or advancing careers in cybersecurity.

    As allies and advocates, we believe diverse, inclusive communities foster collaboration, strengthen workplace culture, and drive better business outcomes. Together, our wide range of perspectives makes us stronger.

Why was LIFT created?

LIFT was founded to increase the representation of women in cybersecurity at every level.

We create intentional networking opportunities by hosting diverse events in various locations.