2026 Houston CISO Community Inner Circle

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Join Houston'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:

Real-World AI Success Stories

Governance Frameworks for Secure AI Adoption

Aligning AI Security with Business Priorities

Governing Body Co-Chairs

Mike Coogan

Brinks Home
VP, IT Services & CISO

Agenda

March 25, 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 CISOs, appearing in every conversation and becoming deeply embedded in security programs and business processes. Organizations are leveraging AI to automate workflows, enhance threat detection, and streamline compliance, prompting security leaders to seek practical guidance on securing these rapidly evolving implementations.

This requires a strategic approach, real-world experiences and shared lessons learned to drive towards secure and successful adoption. As CISOs align AI with broader organizational objectives, it is essential that AI investments not only reduce risk but also support revenue growth and strategic priorities.

6:30pm - 7:00pm Networking Break

7:00pm - 8:00pm Summary Discussion & Dinner

8:00pm - 9:00pm Social Hour

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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.

Community Member Criteria

To ensure peer connections and conversations at the highest level, members must meet the following criteria:

- C-level or senior most executive for respective function

- Organization revenue of $500M+

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Dress Code:

In order to maintain an enjoyable environment for all guests, athletic wear, excessively revealing clothing and exposed undergarments, will not be permitted. We prefer no printed t-shirts, hats or visors and always appreciate collared shirts and/or sports coats. Please dress as your always elegant selves. You are going to have a great time.

Community Program Manager

For inquiries related to this community, please reach out to your dedicated contact.

Caroline Timothy

Community Program Manager

8177732790

caroline.timothy@gartner.com