BSidesPhilly seeks to create awareness and improve upon the conversation and research of security topics within the Philadelphia region for researchers, professionals, and practitioners alike. The conference aims to give these various groups a chance to meet, engage in conversation through scheduled talks and events, as well as offer a networking opportunity that will result in new collaborative efforts for research and other security projects. Above all, our goal is to create a self-sustaining event that will continue on an annual basis through the attendance and support of the security community.