Executive Summit

Innovation and security must advance together. CIOs and CISOs today are challenged to champion a digital-native mindset—treating cybersecurity not as a barrier, but as a catalyst for growth. This session will show how embedding security into the DNA of digital innovation enables speed, scale, and trust without compromise.

In this keynote, we will explore:

• Instilling a digital-native mindset that aligns security with agility and business growth
• Embedding secure-by-design into digital platforms, cloud strategies, and innovation agendas
• Designing frictionless security that empowers users while maintaining trust and control

Why learn from one peer when you can learn from three? Grab a seat as your fellow community members each take the floor for 10 minutes to share how they’re implementing AI to deliver value to their organization.

Cyber resiliency remains a top concern in 2025, yet Gartner finds many organizations focus on defining and quantifying resilience rather than improving it. Leaders must develop proactive strategies that speak to a “when, not if” mentality, ensuring business continuity when incidents occur.

Join this session to discuss:

• Developing resilient people and processes in a complex threat ecosystem
• Minimizing the impact of cyber incidents and quickly restoring operations
• Maintaining compliance amid increasing regulatory requirements

Security and IT functions are increasingly tasked with delivering greater outcomes while operating with the same or fewer resources—from budgets to headcount. How can CISOs and CIOs ensure that their organizations maintain a strong security posture and achieve strategic IT goals despite these constraints?

Join this session to discuss:

• Challenges in scaling and keeping pace with business objectives
• Strategies to allocate tools and resources effectively
• Methods to communicate the business value of security and IT investment

Connect with like-minded peers in a one-on-one setting through Peer-to-Peer Meetings. You will be matched with peers in your community based on your shared interests and priorities.

Increased digitization over the past 50 years has transformed CIOs and CISOs from technical leaders to global business executives who leverage technology to achieve enterprise value. As today’s leaders promote the establishment of optimal technology responsibilities and accountabilities, they must also evolve their own roles to deal with evolving obligations and opportunities.

Join this peer chat to explore:

• Embracing the evolving demands on technology and cybersecurity leaders
• Building trust and influence amongst C-Suite peers and key stakeholders
• Demonstrating your value as a strategic partner and business-enabler

Gaining leadership buy-in for risk mitigation is not just about the metrics; it’s about the story. Tech and cybersecurity leaders can work to reframe conversations about risk by not only developing consistent and quantifiable models, but also ensuring key stakeholders can understand and engage throughout the process.

Join this session to discuss:

• Measuring, documenting and communicating cyber- and IT-related risks
• Connecting risk management to broader organizational goals and enterprise strategies
• Engaging the board and executive leadership with refined messaging and impactful presentations

As enterprises pursue AI-driven innovation, success hinges on the integrity, governance and culture surrounding their data. Without trusted data and a workforce prepared to use it effectively, even the most advanced tools will fall short.

Join this session to discuss with peers:

• Implementing robust data governance to ensure timely, secure access for the right stakeholders
• Strengthening data integrity to empower data-driven decision-making
• Transitioning from traditional reporting to predictive and AI-powered tools for greater efficiency and insight

Gartner predicts that by 2030, 30% of organizations will deploy AI agents across three or more business units. To realize meaningful value, leaders must move beyond the hype and develop a strategic understanding of agentic AI—what it is, what it can do, and how to harness it effectively. In this keynote, Gartner Analyst Erick Brethenoux will help you develop a playbook to transform promising ideas into proven outcomes.

Join this session to explore:

• Real-world use cases of agentic AI and emerging areas of opportunity
• Key challenges and limitations in aligning agentic AI with strategic objectives
• Strategies for navigating the next wave of emerging technologies

Finish the day sharing lessons learned with your peers over light fare and drinks at this closing reception hosted by your governing body members.