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Empath co-founder and nationally recognized cybersecurity leader Wes Spencer has been named the Master of Ceremonies (MC) for the upcoming Right of Boom 2026 event. The conference, a high-stakes cybersecurity gathering for MSPs, will take place from February 3-6, 2026 at the MGM Grand Resort in Las Vegas.
Spencer, who helped build the first two iterations of the event, returns to the stage to guide what he calls a critical conversation for the entire industry. "We all need to stay up-to-date, and that’s never been truer than now," Spencer asserts. "I’ve gotten a sneak peek at the sessions, the speakers, and even the pre-days, and all of it is right up an MSP’s alley."
What is Right of Boom?
Unlike many industry conferences that focus on prevention, Right of Boom is built around a single, stark reality: prevention eventually fails. The event is an immersive, hands-on training experience designed to prepare MSP executives, vCISOs, and their security teams for the chaotic, high-pressure moments after a cyber incident has occurred, the "Right of Boom."
With over 50 hours of actionable content, the event features live Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, Incident Response Showdowns, and immersive workshops led by cybersecurity legends like John Strand and Kyle Hanslovan.
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Why Right of Boom is Critical
For years, MSPs have invested heavily in "Left of Boom" strategies, the firewalls, EDRs, and prevention tools designed to stop an attack. But according to Spencer, that’s only half the battle.
"This is an immutable fact: eventually, prevention fails," he explains. "From my days at Perch until now, one of the greatest challenges I see for MSPs is that they grossly underestimate just how difficult and challenging the 'Right of Boom' phase can be. We all think we’re well prepared, but because we haven’t truly put in the work, we discover we’re woefully unprepared."
Right of Boom, he argues, is the training ground for those unpredictable scenarios. "It’s all about helping us think through and being ready for the scenarios that we just can’t predict. That’s why this conference is so important. We all learn together and grow together."
The Value of "Cyber Muscle Memory"
One of the frustrations many MSP leaders face is sending their team to a conference only for them to return with little to show for it. Right of Boom aims to solve this with a focus on practical, hands-on training.
"Sometimes a talk is just a sales pitch; other times it’s valuable, but there’s just not enough meat on the bone," Spencer notes. "That’s what these pre-day workshops are all about. Not only does an MSP get in-depth training over multiple hours, but they’ll also come out with a certification as well. I’ve never seen anyone else do that in our space."
This focus on immersive training is designed to build what the event calls "cyber muscle memory," the ability to act decisively and correctly under extreme pressure.
Who Should Be in the Room?
According to Spencer, the event is designed with two distinct tracks to provide value for nearly everyone on an MSP's team.
"We have a business track which is going to focus on leadership and strategy," he says. "This is perfect for MSP owners, CISOs, vCISOs, and others in technology strategy."
"We also have a technical track, which is perfect for anyone in a technical role where security is a part or all of their job," Spencer continues. "What makes this really special is that essentially anyone at the MSP can come and will be guaranteed to get some great value."
Keep Up or Get Left Behind
"Times are changing, and swiftly. If you don’t keep up, you’re truly going to get behind," he warns. "MSPs that fall behind are going to have a hard time catching up and staying afloat. Everything from regulation and AI to the challenges around building an efficient business are more important than ever before, and Right of Boom will be focusing on so many of these things."
Ultimately, he sees the event as a community coming together to prepare for the future. "It’s important for an MSP to invest their time to meet up with other great MSPs, who are learning and growing together. We truly sharpen each other, and that’s what this conference and community is all about."
Empath is a proud sponsor of Right of Boom 2026. To learn more or to register for the event, visit their official website. This is where the service becomes real.
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