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The experience

No two attendees have the same experience.

Programming that challenges you. Networking that actually works. Experiences you won’t find anywhere else.

Your agenda is built from

10,000+
Pre-scheduled 1:1 Breakthru Meetings
100%
Active learning in small peer groups
0
Passive stage content or exhibit halls
75+
Immersive Breakthru Experiences
What to expect at Safeguard

Build your own adventure.

01

Breakthru Meetings.

10,000+ pre-scheduled, double-opt-in 1:1 meetings in 2027. Land in Colorado with a calendar full of the exact peers you came to meet. When meetings run, nothing else runs.

10,000+prescheduled one-on-one meetings
02

Breakthru Roundtables.

175+ intimate groups of 5–8 practitioners based on shared topic interests. Chatham House Rule. Candidly share what you wouldn't on stage.

175+roundtable discussions organized by topic
03

Breakthru Experiences.

75+ immersive activities: workshops, jeep tours, falconry, fly fishing, networking dinners. Groups of 10–20 attendees. Breaking the mold of how meaningful connections happen.

75+immersive experiences

What makes Safeguard unique?

Zero passive stage content. Every format is built for the hard conversations that push our industry forward.

  1. 01

    The gold standard for peer-to-peer formats

    100% active learning in small peer groups with emerging leaders of the AI era. Learn directly from peers, and let Breakthru Experiences rewire how you make meaningful connections.

  2. 02

    Cross-functional and cross-industry by design

    Bringing together fraud, risk, compliance, identity and trust & safety teams from banks, marketplaces, crypto and e-commerce, all shoulder to shoulder. In the AI era, collaboration is not optional. It's essential for survival.

  3. 03

    Deeper on AI than anywhere else

    Step away from your day-to-day and into a purpose-built environment, designed to give you a clearer view of the future of AI and how to stay ahead.

The Breakthru Process.

Land in Colorado with a full calendar.

5steps to your calendar
  1. 01Opens Apr 5

    Complete Your Profile

    Fill out your profile with your details, interests, and goals. Then, select preferences for Breakthru Roundtable topics and Breakthru Experiences.

  2. 02Opens Apr 19

    Request Meetings

    Browse profiles and request meetings with everyone you want to meet at Safeguard.

  3. 03Opens Apr 26

    Opt Into Inbound Requests

    See inbound meeting requests from participants you didn't initially select, but who are interested in meeting you. Opt into ones that interest you. Then, accept your Breakthru Roundtable assignments.

  4. 04Opens May 3

    Accept & Schedule

    Accept your meetings. We'll automatically schedule them and send you calendar invites. A second round opens May 6 for any late additions.

  5. 05May 10 – May 13

    Experience Your Retreat

    Attend the retreat and participate in all your pre-scheduled Breakthru Meetings, Roundtables, and Experiences.

75+ experiences, all included.

Falconry. Fly fishing. Garden of the Gods. Workshops, wellness, and networking dinners, built into your retreat, yours to choose during the Breakthru Process.

A handler releasing a hawk in front of a group of attendees

Step into the ancient world of falconry, known as “The Sport of Kings.” Meet majestic birds of prey at their home, the mews, and learn their unique characteristics from an expert falconer.

Attendees in helmets on the zipline platform above Seven Falls

Unleash your inner daredevil as you soar across “The Grandest Mile of Scenery in Colorado.”

A rack of e-bikes at the Garden of the Gods trailhead

Saddle up for a breathtaking mountain biking tour through the Garden of the Gods. A professional guide leads you along paved park roads, revealing awe-inspiring views of red-rock spires and unique sandstone formations.

A guide holding a trout beside the pond

Dive into the art of fly fishing with a two-hour session guided by experts. Located at The Broadmoor Fish House—an idyllic cabin on the 6th hole of the historic East Golf Course—this experience is great for both beginners and intermediate anglers.

A Jeep on a mountain road above Colorado Springs at dusk

Experience an exhilarating Jeep tour highlighting Colorado Springs’ landmark wonders such as the Garden of the Gods, Cheyenne Canyon, and Helen Hunt Falls.

Attendees at the Garden of the Gods overlook after rain

Explore the Garden of the Gods Park up close and personal on the trails, pathways, and even on the red rocks themselves!

An attendee throwing an axe at a lit target

Take a trip up the historic Old Stage Road and land in the hidden canyon of South Cheyenne Creek for a true Wild West experience. Sharpen your archery skills on standing targets before advancing to a walking range filled with 3D critter targets.

Lit formations and a walkway inside Cave of the Winds

Guided cave tour with geology, legends, and hidden wonders. Includes 15 rooms, 196 stairs, and a 54°F cave environment.

A pickleball rally under the tennis dome

Join expert coaches for group lessons on top-notch courts. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, you’ll find the perfect match at one of the country’s Top 25 tennis resorts.

The Broadmoor golf course from the air

Golf at Broadmoor’s world-class course with a shotgun start. Ideal for competition, networking, and fun.

A practitioner presenting to a seated room at a Breakthru workshop

Group discussions on the latest topics facilitated by leading innovators and practitioners.

Attendees on yoga mats in the Broadmoor ballroom

Kick-start your day with either yoga, meditation, or a HIIT class. Limited availability.

Attendees at the welcome reception in the ballroom

The first major gathering of the retreat to set the tone for the conversations that follow.

Practitioners at a long dinner table looking out at the mountains

Build lasting relationships over curated dinners at top-tier venues.

Attendees in front of the lit Safeguard wall at night

A final evening of connection, celebration, and conversation before heading home.

And 45+ moreFull lineup revealed in the Breakthru Process.
Every meeting was high-signal. The prescheduled format meant I left with exactly the relationships I came for, and a few I didn't see coming.
Yuliya Kazakevich
Yuliya KazakevichHead of Risk & Compliance, Lithic
Hosted Practitioner Program

We'd love to host you.

Safeguard is a hosted program. Practitioners who are accepted attend on a complimentary pass, with up to $1,500 in travel reimbursed.

Complimentary
Full event pass
$1,500
Travel reimbursed
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