Phoenix CIO Community
Inner Circle
May 14, 2026 | Different Pointe of View
May 14, 2026
Different Pointe of View
Collaborate with your peers
Join Phoenix's top CIOs for an intimate networking dinner and facilitated discussion on key business challenges. Enjoy a relaxed evening of dinner and drinks with your peers to share best practices, make new connections and build professional relationships.
Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CIOs today:
Real-World AI Success Stories
Governance Frameworks for Secure AI Adoption
Aligning AI Security with Business Priorities
Phoenix CIO Governing Body
The Governing Body Co-Chairs shape the discussion topics and agenda, ensuring that all content is driven By CIOs, For CIOs®.
Governing Body Co-Chairs
Gary Desai
Discount Tire
CIO
Ed Dzadovsky
Circle K
EVP, CTO
Raghu Santanam Ph.D.
Arizona State University
Sr Associate Dean, Information Systems - W. P. Carey School of Business
J.R. Sloan
State of Arizona
State CIO
Agenda
May 14, 2026
4:30pm - 5:30pm Executive Networking Reception
5:30pm - 6:30pm Discussion Topics
Securing AI in Practice — Use Cases, Governance, and Business Alignment
Artificial Intelligence has shifted from a theoretical risk to an operational reality for technology and security leaders. It’s now embedded in core business processes and security programs, influencing every strategic conversation. Organizations are deploying AI to automate workflows, strengthen threat detection, and accelerate compliance—creating both opportunity and accountability for CIOs and CISOs.
To ensure secure and successful adoption, leaders need more than technology—they need a strategic framework grounded in real-world experience. AI investments must not only mitigate risk but also advance business objectives, drive revenue growth, and align with enterprise priorities.
Discussion Questions:
- Which AI-driven use cases have delivered measurable improvements in cybersecurity posture or operational efficiency?
- How are you addressing resource constraints and third-party risk in AI-enabled security deployments?
- What governance models or best practices are proving effective for managing risk and accountability in autonomous or generative AI systems?
- How do you ensure AI implementations remain secure while supporting broader business goals?
6:30pm - 7:00pm Networking Break
7:00pm - 8:00pm Summary Discussion & Dinner
8:00pm - 9:00pm Social Hour
Apply to Participate
Apply to participate in the Phoenix CIO Community Inner Circle.
Gartner facilitates exclusive, C-level communities by personally qualifying and understanding the priorities, challenges and interests of each member.
Our selective approach maintains the high quality of the network and ensures top-level discussions with peers from the world’s leading organizations.
Each application will be reviewed, and once your participation is confirmed, you will have access to year-round community programs.
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