St. Louis CISO Executive Summit

Change is inevitable. The one constant in the midst of all the change, stress, and uncertainty we face at work and in life is us. Leaders with a strong sense of emotional intelligence (EQ), a willingness to be courageous and vulnerable, and the capacity to inspire others in a genuine way, have a distinct advantage in keeping their teams engaged and motivated in any circumstances.

In this keynote, author and thought leader Mike Robbins will share practical tips for:

• Learning to be transparent in a way that’s both liberating and inspiring
• Connecting at a deeper level with your teams and building real trust
• Dealing effectively with change and uncertainty — and thriving in the process

With Generative AI at the top of the priority list for many organizations, it’s imperative for leaders to effectively leverage data to drive AI-powered solutions that deliver enhanced business outcomes. What steps are you taking to create or adapt your data strategy to foster organizational growth and innovation?Join this interactive session to discuss:

• Advancing data organization and strategy to enhance decision-making
• Aligning the data governance strategy with the organization’s goals
• Propelling the business through GenAI enablement

AI adoption is increasingly used to remain competitive, release innovative products and services, better meet customer expectations, and drive growth. But how do CIOs tackle this effectively?

Join this discussion to explore: 

• Using data and AI to drive a culture of innovation and increase efficiency
• Implementing generative AI for real business impact and value
• Balancing data and AI governance with existing IT and security regulations

Measuring and communicating security risk is integral to reducing an organization's vulnerability to attack. To better inform the broader business, sourcing data that provides a comprehensive view of risk level and security posture is key.

Join this boardroom to discuss:

• Translating the ‘what’ ‘why’ and ‘how’ of your cybersecurity strategy to non-IT-focused teams
• Linking risk measurement with technical metrics to influence company decision-making
• Taking a data-driven approach to prioritization based on the current threat landscape

Connect with like-minded peers in a one-on-one setting through Peer-to-Peer Meetings.

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 interactive 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

As IT and cybersecurity become increasingly central to driving business outcomes, leaders within these spaces will need to shift from transactional interactions to ongoing partnerships to solidify their influence. 

Join this session to discuss:

• Linking every tech and cybersecurity initiative to overall business objectives
• Navigating transformation with an outcome-driven leadership approach     
• Translating data and technical information into insights that resonate with business leaders

As organizations advance their security strategies, they face increasing complexities in ensuring proper authorization for accessing systems and application resources. Security leaders must implement the right tools and processes to guarantee that the appropriate individuals have access. Identity-first strategies are focused equally on security and business enablement.

Join this boardroom to discuss:

• Ensuring consistent access policies
• Balancing innovation with security to protect organizational assets
• Evolving strategies to address the growing sophistication of cyber threats