DACH CISO Community
Inner Circle
28 September 2026 | The Dolder Grand, Zurich
28 September 2026
The Dolder Grand, Zurich
Collaborate with your peers
Join DACH's top CISOs 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 CISOs today:
Lead Strategic Technology Alignment to Establish an AI Operating Model
Manage Costs Strategically to Maximize Business Value
Elevate Cybersecurity as a Core Driver of Business Value, Resilience and Growth
DACH CISO Governing Body
The Governing Body Co-Chairs shape the discussion topics and agenda, ensuring that all content is driven By CISOs, For CISOs®.
Governing Body Co-Chairs
Sascha Brock
Deutsche Post
SVP CISO, DHL
Julia Dudenko
Hapag-Lloyd AG
Group CISO
Nikk Gilbert
RWE
CISO
John Petersen
Nestlé
CISO
Aleksandar Radosavljevic
Global Fashion Group
CISO
Judith Wunschik
Siemens Energy
Global Chief Cybersecurity Officer
Agenda
28 September 2026
16:30 - 17:30 Executive Networking Reception
17:30 - 18:30 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. Organisations 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?
18:30 - 19:00 Networking Break
19:00 - 20:30 Summary Discussion & Dinner
20:30 - 21:30 Social Hour
Apply to Participate
Each application is carefully vetted to ensure members meet established criteria, preserving the quality of the network and enabling meaningful, peer‑level discussions among leaders from the world’s leading organizations.
Once you submit your application, a Community Program Manager will schedule a conversation to understand your priorities and interests and complete onboarding, including access to year‑round community events.
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