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How our Advisory Boards shape thought leadership and critical themes

HotTopics Advisory Boards bring together a select group of CIOs, CTOs, CMOs, CDOs and CISOs from across our global C-suite community.

Drawn from senior leaders across our 20,000+ executive network, these boards influence the direction of HotTopics — shaping HotTopics Studio programmes, guiding the HotTopics Global C-suite Awards and defining the conversations that matter most to enterprise leaders.

Why join a C-suite Advisory Board

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Influence the agenda

Help shape the conversations defining technology, B2B marketing and security leadership.
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Elevate your leadership profile

Be recognised as a trusted voice within a global executive advisory network.

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Build meaningful peer relationships

Connect with CIOs, CMOs, CDOs and CISOs from the world’s most influential organisations.

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Drive credible industry impact

Champion future leaders through initiatives such as TechGirl.

Our HotTopics Advisory Boards

Each board serves a specific leadership community while contributing to the wider HotTopics network

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HotTopics Technology Advisory Board

The HotTopics Technology Advisory Board is a group of influential tech leaders who help shape innovation and direction. It’s for experienced professionals who want to share insights, influence the industry, and drive meaningful change.

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HotTopics Marketing Advisory
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The HotTopics Marketing Advisory Board brings together leading marketing experts to help guide innovation and shape the future of the industry. It’s for senior marketers who want to share their expertise, influence key conversations, and drive impactful change.
HotTopics European Advisory Board

HotTopics European Advisory Board

The HotTopics European Advisory Board unites senior technology and business leaders driving innovation across Europe. It’s for experienced decision-makers who want to collaborate, share ideas, and help shape digital transformation across the region.
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HotTopics Nashville Advisory Board

The HotTopics Nashville Advisory Board brings together senior leaders shaping innovation across Nashville and the wider North American market. It’s for experienced executives who want to share insights, collaborate with peers, and help drive regional and industry progress.
HotTopics TechGirl Advisory Board

HotTopics TechGirl Advisory Board

The HotTopics TechGirl Advisory Board brings together leaders committed to supporting and mentoring the next generation of women in tech. It’s for executives who want to give back, share their experience, and help shape a more inclusive future.

Who can join

HotTopics Advisory Boards are designed for established C-suite leaders who want to actively shape the future of their industries and give back to the wider community.

This includes

  • • CIOs and CDOs and CTOs leading enterprise technology and digital transformation
  • • CMOs and senior leaders driving B2B marketing strategy and growth
  • • CISOs shaping security strategy at board level
  • • Executives responsible for innovation, transformation and organisational change

We look for leaders who

  • • Contribute experience and perspective to peer discussions
  • • Mentor and champion the next generation of talent
  • • Support initiatives such as TechGirl and digital inclusion
  • • Strengthen the credibility and integrity of our Global C-suite Awards

HotTopics Advisory Board

The HotTopics Advisory Board is comprised of some of the most influential and forward-thinking leaders within our global community. Each member brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective, contributing to our mission of driving technological innovation and excellence. 

Sebastian Weber

Sebastian Weber

CIO, E.ON

Natasha Davydova

Natasha Davydova

CIO, AXA Insurance

Robin Smith

Robin Smith

CISO, Aston Martin

Joanna Pamphilis

Joanna Pamphilis

SVP, CIO, Global Head of Investments and Securities Digital Products, UniCredit

Cosmin Luca Multescu

Cosmin Luca Multescu

CIO, Coca-Cola HBC

Michael Zimmer

Michael Zimmer

CDO, W&W-Gruppe

Nick Harris

Nick Harris

CIO, Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd

Sarah Gadd

Sarah Gadd

CDO and Head of Data & Process Engineering, Julius Baer

Amitabh Apte

Amitabh Apte

Chief Digital and Business Technology Officer, Barilla

Stefan Weber

Stefan Weber

Lead Operations and Shared Services Sales Plattfrom Passenger Services of Deutsche Bahn, DB Fernverkehr AG

Annette Hamann

Annette Hamann

CIO and Managing Director BSS IT, Beiersdorf

Paul Coby

Paul Coby

Group CIO, Persimmon Homes

Daria Grishina

Daria Grishina

IT Director - UK & Ireland, Danone

Wolfgang Bitomsky

Wolfgang Bitomsky

CIO, FCC Environmental Services CEE

Esteban Remecz

Esteban Remecz

CIO VP information Technology & Digital, Iochpe-Maxion, S. A.

Thomas Zuliani

Thomas Zuliani

Global CISO, Arla Foods

Ari Cohen

Ari Cohen

Chief Data Officer, EMEA, Macquarie Group

Jeptha Allen

Jeptha Allen

Senior Director - Head of Digital Infrastructure Advisory, CBRE

Allan Cockriel

Allan Cockriel

CIO/ Group CISO, Shell

Stuart Moss

Stuart Moss

Head of IT Innovation, Rolls-Royce

Nina Tatsiy

Nina Tatsiy

CIO, Brambles

Thijs Hulstman

Thijs Hulstman

Sr. Director Digital Transformation & Global Customer Account Management, DHL Supply Chain

Richard Corbridge

Richard Corbridge

Chief Digital & Information Officer, Segro

Anwar Mirza

Anwar Mirza

Global Head of Data, Fedex Express

Cornelia Schaurecker

Cornelia Schaurecker

CEO, Innotech AI

Pablo Dimenza

Pablo Dimenza

Global Chief Technology Officer, Omnicom Production

Aleksandar Rodic

Aleksandar Rodic

CIO, Fiege

Irina Novikova

Irina Novikova

CIO, TE Connectivity

Niresh Rajah

Niresh Rajah

Chief Data & AI Officer, DLA Piper LLP

Kirsty Bennett

Kirsty Bennett

CIO, Bentley Motors

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How to get involved

Advisory Board membership is curated and invitation-led.

If you are a CIO, CMO, CISO, CDO, CTO or senior enterprise leader and would like to explore joining a HotTopics Advisory Board, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

 

Join the HotTopics Advisory Board

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving innovation and shaping the future? We invite you to consider a HotTopics Advisory Board. Collaborate with some of the most influential minds in technology, share your expertise, and help us stay at the forefront of technological advancement.