Don Thibeau
“IIW is the “Woodstock” of the identity ecosystem. IIW is unique. It’s a “warts and all” panoply of internet identity and for that we are all grateful.”
—Chairman of The Open Identity Exchange (OIX)
Eve Maler
“I’ve been attending IIW for many years, and it provides immense value every time. The event promotes progress in one of the most exciting and consequential realms anywhere in the world of technology, and the unconference format brings out the best in experienced identity practitioners and newbies alike.”
—VP Innovation & Emerging Technology ForgeRock
William Heath
“IIW is a melting pot out of which emerge ideas to change the world.”
—Chairman Mydex CIC
Mike Schwartz
“IIW is the mecca for identity and privacy innovation. It can be enlightening for newbies and it’s an essential collaboration forum for the stalwart pundits who nurtured this emerging field.”
—CEO Gluu
Justin Richer
“IIW is a unique conference where people who are engaged in hard problems come together and make solutions to those problems. It’s not just another trade show or academic exercise, IIW is a place where things get done, and that’s why I keep coming back.”
—Principal Research Scientist, The MITRE Corporation
Jim Fenton
“IIW is a very efficient use of time for anyone involved in identity issues on the internet: the right people are there, the topics are relevant, and the emphasis is on exchanging ideas rather than selling products. Compared with conferences where papers are accepted months in advance, IIW’s unconference format ensures an opportunity to discuss the very latest developments.”
—Independent Internet Technologist
Heather C. Dahl & Chase Cunningham
“IIW is the place we go to be challenged, to think and set the direction of our business. It is three days of discussions and deliberations—where you can really test, improve and even launch that next step toward growing your company in an environment that supports people with passion and ideas. Thank you, IIW!”
—Co-Founders, The Cynja
Stina Ehrensvard
“IIW has played a vital role for the development of today’s open identity standards. All the people that understand the bits and bolts and challenges are there. Thank you IIW for providing this rare space!”
—CEO & Founder of Yubico