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About HotTopics
Connecting leaders, inspiring action
Global CIO & CTO community
Discover the HotTopics CIO community – a global platform for technology leaders to connect, collaborate, and drive the future of IT. dive into pivotal discussions from cyber security to AI and machine learning.
Global CISO community
Dive into a secure network of the globe's premier CISOs. Foster invaluable relationships with cybersecurity experts from myriad industries and experiences. Together, let's orchestrate advanced security strategies, share robust best practices, and confront the cybersecurity challenges of today and beyond.
Global CDO community (Digital)
Embrace the digital revolution within a community of the world's leading Chief Digital Officers. Engage with digital masters from an array of backgrounds and sectors. Together, let's spark digital innovation, exchange groundbreaking strategies, and navigate the digital transformation landscape.
Global CDO community (Data)
Enter the realm of data excellence with a network of the world's most esteemed Chief Data Officers. Connect with data pioneers from a rich array of industries and experiences. Together, let's drive data-driven decision making, share valuable insights, and tackle the data-centric challenges of the modern business world.
Global CMO community
Explore the HotTopics CMO community – a global network designed for marketing executives to share insights and shape the future of marketing. Discuss key topics from purpose marketing to data analytics.
Service Visionaries community
Introducing the Service Visionaries community – a worldwide gathering for customer service pioneers from sectors such as manufacturing and utilities. Unite, exchange, and shape the next wave of service innovation.
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Our purpose
We harness the power of community to inspire meaningful change. We connect leaders, facilitate conversations, and spark actions with a single, ambitious goal: to shape a better tomorrow.
Central to our mission is TechGirl, an initiative that embodies our belief in the transformative power of community. By bringing together inspirational leaders from globally renowned companies, we aim to nurture and empower the next generation of women in technology.
Abigail Labaton
Director of Event Production,
With 17 years of global experience, Abigail specialises in creating events and thought leadership for C-suite leaders. As Director of Event Production, she curates inspiring agendas for Fortune 500 companies and innovative organisations, overseeing both online and offline events, including our award-winning series, The Studio.
Amedeo Amore
Head of Product,
As the Head of Product at HotTopics, Amedeo d'Amore brings a wealth of experience and passion for all things digital. With a deep understanding of the technology industry, Amedeo is an instrumental member of the HotTopics team, leading the charge in delivering cutting-edge products and solutions.
Aurelija Majauskaite
Community Lead,
With over eight years of experience in the events industry, Aurelija excels at connecting senior IT leaders and facilitating knowledge-sharing. As Community Lead at HotTopics, she enjoys building relationships with the community and collaborating closely with other teams to ensure events success.
Ceri Jones
Community Lead,
Ceri Jones leverages her experience leading C-suite engagement to build executive communities and partnerships at HotTopics. With expertise in connecting CIOs and Fortune 500 leaders, in her role as Community Lead she fosters knowledge-sharing and innovation through curated events and strategic relationships alongside the CMT team.
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Dan Warburton
Director of Partnerships,
Dan is be responsible for delivering best-in-class client partnerships and campaigns, pushing the boundaries of service and creativity to drive client satisfaction and facilitate the continued growth of our global community.
Doug Drinkwater
Editorial and Strategy Director,
Doug is a business and technology writer, editor and strategist, whose work has appeared on CIO, CSO Online, InfoWorld, Internet Business Times, Macworld, Mashable, PCWorld, SC Magazine and The Week over a period of fifteen years.
Emma Randerson
Head of Events,
Emma, our Head of Events, excels in orchestrating impactful experiences for C-suite leaders. Her strategic planning and execution abilities have amplified HotTopics' reputation for delivering transformative, memorable events for our global leadership community.
Emma Thornton
Project Director,
An experienced project manager with extensive experience at companies like IDG Communications and EPG Health, an IQVIA business, Emma Thornton excels in managing client campaigns for major tech suppliers. Skilled in production, SEO, sales, and account management, she leads large-scale projects as Project Director at HotTopics, driving value and results.
Ffion Waddon
Community Lead,
With a strong background in events management, Ffion Waddon is considered a hands-on professional who always perseveres to achieve the best results within her role. With a confidence in building relationships in and out of the workplace, Ffion is able to deliver excellent services to all.
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Our vision
Our sights are set on leading as the most trusted and impactful global C-suite community. We aspire to be the essential platform for driving innovation, facilitating influential discussions, and sparking decisive actions.
Our vision encompasses a future where our community's contributions not only shape the business landscape but also foster a better tomorrow.
Philip Randerson
CEO and Founder,
Philip is the Founder & CEO of HotTopics. A serial entrepreneur, he has founded several leading technology executive search firms, and sits on the Board of a number of technology start-ups.
Suzi Williams
NED,
Suzi has served as Chair and NED to JDSports, Telecom plus and Zegona Communications, currently leads the Advisory Board at Gresham House, and was previously CMO at BT.
Charles Yardley
NED,
Formerly the CEO of the Evening Standard and with leadership roles at Forbes and CityAM, Charles Yardley brings invaluable insights as a digital media leader. Charles will help HotTopics expand internationally and enrich our community.
Alejandro Becerra
Digital Security Director, Telefónica
Alison Davis
ED, IT/Business Relationships, GE Healthcare
Anna Barsby
Founder and Managing Partner, Tessiant
Anna-Lisa Miller
Group CIO, Spectris plc
Avril Chester
CTO, Royal Pharmaceutical Society
Bradley Schaufenbuel
VP and CISO, Paychex
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Amit Sharma
Global Head, Field Marketing and Sponsorships, Tata Communications
Angela O'Connell
CMO, ex-Juro
Aparna Jairam
CMO, ex-Hexaware Technologies
Bonnie Pelosi
EMEA CMO, Microsoft
Chris Merrick
Senior Director, Global Marketing - Conferencing, Shure Incorporated
Emma Roffey
VP Marketing EMEAR and Global Customer Advocacy Lead, Cisco
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