Build your trusted circle of C-Level peers

Leadership can be isolating at the C-Level. No one else within your organization truly understands the complexities you face. Gartner C-Level Communities are designed to bridge that gap, bringing together executives who know firsthand the demands of your role.

In the Phoenix CISO Community, you will connect with peers who are willing to share their experiences, discuss practical solutions and collaborate on emerging challenges. By joining your local community, you will gain fresh ideas and perspectives, a trusted network of peers and the support you need to lead confidently in a rapidly changing environment.

Join your local community for exclusive access to:

Peer Connections
  • Catch up with familiar faces and build new relationships with colleagues in your community
  • Strengthen your trusted professional network with peers who understand your challenges
  • Establish a circle of peers you can call on for real-time guidance and ongoing support​
Peer Perspectives
  • Engage in candid, in‑depth discussions to address your most pressing priorities
  • Learn firsthand, practical approaches from peers navigating similar challenges
  • Validate your strategies through real-world peer experiences
Gartner Insights
  • Gain data-driven insights and field-tested best practices from Gartner analysts
  • Explore forward-looking strategies on critical issues affecting your role
  • Leverage Gartner insights and Executive Partner expertise to enrich peer conversations

Phoenix CISO Governing Body

A regional Governing Body leads the Phoenix CISO community, shaping the topics and agendas for your local programs and ensuring that all content is driven By CISOs, For CISOs®.

Governing Body Members

James Baird

GoTo Foods
CISO

Dustin Bray

Carlisle Companies
IT Director, Global Information Security

Scott Campbell

City of Tempe, AZ
CISO & CPO

Gary Chan

SSM Health
CISO

Sandeep Desai

Arizona Department of Education
CISO

Michael Fish

Salt River Project
Senior Director, Cyber Security

Steve Kolombaris

Sotheby's
CISO

Mike Manrod

Grand Canyon Education
CISO

Martin Mazor

ON Semiconductor
CISO

Xochitl Monteon

Aristocrat Gaming
SVP, CISO

Ryan Murray

State of Arizona
Deputy Director & State Chief Information Security Officer

Lester Opena

Knight Transportation
VP, IT Security

Daniel Paula

MUFG Financial Services
Managing Director, Head of Risk

Jason Stead

Choice Hotels International
CISO

Keith Stocks

State Street
VP, Global Third-Party Cybersecurity Risk

Noah Wallace

Progress Residential
Director of InfoSec

Paul Wolf

Tivity Health
SVP & CISO

Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CISOs today.

  1. Accelerate Exposure Management To Defend At Machine Speed
  2. Unify AI Risk Into Existing Cyber Governance Practices
  3. Optimize Cybersecurity Portfolios Through Outcome-Driven Investment Strategies

Upcoming Programs

Virtual

September 24, 2026 | 1 hour

Phoenix CISO Community Town Hall

The Leadership Imperative for Security Talent and Skill Preservation

Participate in a virtual session with peers to engage in candid discussions on a timely topic.

In-Person

November 4, 2026 | 1 day

Phoenix CISO Community Executive Summit

Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel

Connect with CIO peers at this one-day event focused on practical solutions to top challenges.



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