UK & Ireland CISO Community
Inner Circle
3 March 2026 | Jumeirah Carlton Tower, London
3 March 2026
Jumeirah Carlton Tower, London
Collaborate with your peers
Join UK & Ireland'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
UK & Ireland 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

Christine Maxwell
SSE
CISO

Clare Patterson
Royal Mail
CISO

Helen Rabe
BBC
CISO
Agenda
3 March 2026
16:30 - 17:30 Executive Networking Reception
17:30 - 18:30 Discussion Topics
Securing AI in Practice — Use Cases, Governance, and Business Alignment
Madhu Shashanka
Co-Founder and Chief of AI
Concentric AI
Martin Jimmick
Group Head of Information Security
Vue Entertainment
Mike Fell
Executive Director - National Cyber Operations
NHS
Hugh Gilmour
Group CISO
Aptia Group
Keith Nicholson
CSO
Office for National Statistics
Malcolm Norman
CISO
AngloAmerican
Sarah Lawson
CISO
Oxford University Press
Clare Patterson
CISO
Royal Mail
Matt Whale
CISO
FNZ Group
Alan Bulley
CISO
Elida Beauty
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. Organisations 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.
What real-world AI use-cases have you implemented that measurably improved your organization’s cybersecurity posture or operational efficiency?
How have you addressed resource gaps and third-party risks when deploying AI-driven security solutions?
What governance frameworks or best practices have helped you manage the risks and accountability challenges of autonomous or generative AI systems?
How are cybersecurity teams ensuring that all AI implementations are secure, while also supporting business objectives?
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.
Location
Community Programme Manager
For inquiries related to this community, please reach out to your dedicated contact.
Luis Arango Abello
Senior Community Programme Manager
+44 (0)1784 267 880
luis.arangoabello@gartner.com
