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CIO Community

The global CIO community

Where technology’s visionaries lead together

 

Drive the future of technology innovation

Collaborate with industry trailblazers, uncover groundbreaking strategies, and gain access to exclusive resources designed for visionary CIOs and CTOs.

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The CIO community

Where innovation meets connection

HotTopics' CIO Community is where technology’s boldest leaders converge to shape the future. Connect with the sharpest minds, ignite bold conversations, and gain insights that drive real-world transformation.

We empower you—personally and professionally. Through curated experiences, iconic venues, and exclusive events, we create opportunities to build lasting relationships with peers across the globe.

Lead boldly, inspire change, and shape the next era of technology.

Why join the CIO community

This is not your standard professional group. We unite the sharpest minds, boldest thinkers, and proven leaders to explore the future of technology leadership. With every connection, conversation, and event, we empower you to push the boundaries of technology within your organisation.

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Executive networking

Connect and collaborate with peers in our global network.

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Inspirational events

Fuel your innovation at transformative events

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Industry insights

Access cutting-edge insights from industry leaders

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C-suite Awards

Recognise excellence with our C-suite awards

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CIO events

Exceptional experiences, built for impact

From iconic venues to curated moments, our events are crafted to spark innovation and forge meaningful, lasting connections among global technology leaders.

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CIO | CISO | CDO - Digital | CDO - Data | CX Leaders

2025 tech leadership priorities

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Finance’s digital transformation imperative

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How to build c-suite communities in 2025

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The evolving role of the CMO

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CISO | CIO | CDO - Digital | CDO - Data | CFO | CX Leaders | CMO

Can AI fix workplace collaboration?

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European Advisory Board launch

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The data infrastructure burden

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CIO | CISO | CDO - Digital | CDO - Data | CX Leaders | CFO

From experiment to exactitude: Make hybrid work a success in 2025

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CIO | CISO | CDO - Digital | CDO - Data | CX Leaders | CFO

The rise of the business technologist

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Talent for today and tomorrow's marketing teams

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The Studio, Abbey Road Studios, CMO Leadership

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CIO | CISO | CDO - Data | CDO - Digital | CFO | CX Leaders

The Studio, Abbey Road Studios

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CIO | CISO | CDO - Data | CDO - Digital

The Studio Sardinia, Forte Village, Luxury Resort

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CIO | CISO | CDO - Digital | CDO - Data | CX Leaders | CFO

Digital inclusion: The tech community's responsibility

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Benchmark report results and Q4 priorities

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CIO | CISO | CDO - Data | CDO - Digital | CFO | CX Leaders

The Studio Nashville

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CIO | CISO | CDO - Digital | CDO - Data | CX Leaders | CFO

The sustainability of IT

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CMO

B2B Marketing Leaders Benchmark Report review

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The Studio, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, CMO leadership

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CIO | CISO | CDO - Data | CDO - Digital | CFO | CX Leaders

The Studio, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly

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The CIO 100 award winners

The Global CIO 100 awards

In partnership with IFS

Meet the Top 100 Global CIO Award Winners, nominated by our global community and selected by our independent judges.

CIO insights

Expert perspectives shaping technology's future

Tap into the expertise of the world’s leading CIOs and gain unparalleled insights into the ever-evolving technology landscape. From cutting-edge trends to transformative strategies, these perspectives empower you to navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and lead with clarity in a complex digital world.

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The Future CIO 100 awards

In partnership with Box

Meet the Top 100 Future CIO Award Winners, nominated by our global community and selected by our independent judges.

CIO interviews

Conversations that inspire and inform

Gain direct access to the insights of the most influential voices in the C-suite. Through in-depth interviews, uncover strategies, experiences, and perspectives that illuminate the evolving business landscape and redefine what’s possible in leadership and technology.

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Meet the
Technology Advisory Board

Shaping the future of technology leadership

The HotTopics Technology Advisory Board is comprised of some of the most influential and forward-thinking leaders within our global community. Each member brings unparalleled expertise and visionary leadership, shaping our mission to drive innovation, excellence, and transformative change within the global technology landscape.

Alejandro Becerra

Alejandro Becerra

Digital Security Director, Telefónica

Alison Davis

Alison Davis

ED, IT/Business Relationships, GE Healthcare

Anna Barsby

Anna Barsby

Founder and Managing Partner, Tessiant

Anna-Lisa Miller

Anna-Lisa Miller

Group CIO, Spectris plc

Avril Chester

Avril Chester

CTO, Royal Pharmaceutical Society

Bradley Schaufenbuel

Bradley Schaufenbuel

VP and CISO, Paychex

Brian Brackenborough

Brian Brackenborough

CISO, Channel 4

Catherine Buhler

Catherine Buhler

CISO, EnergyAustralia

Charlotte Baldwin

Charlotte Baldwin

Global Chief Digital & Information Officer, Costa Coffee

Christina Scott

Christina Scott

COO, Blue Door Fertility

Christopher Neal

Christopher Neal

Global CISO, Ramsay Health Care

Conor Whelan

Conor Whelan

Group CIO, The Access Group

Deborah Wheeler

Deborah Wheeler

CISO, Delta Airlines

Donna Ross

Donna Ross

CISO, Radian

Eileen Jennings-Brown

Eileen Jennings-Brown

CIO, Exscientia

Freddie Quek

Freddie Quek

Board Director, eLife Sciences Publications

George Eapen

George Eapen

Group CIO, Former - Petrofac

Georgina Owens

Georgina Owens

Group CTO, Playnetic

Ian Cohen

Ian Cohen

NED & Board Advisor,

Inken Braunschmidt

Inken Braunschmidt

NED, TT Electronics plc

Itumeleng Makgati

Itumeleng Makgati

Divisional Executive: Group Technology, Nedbank

Joanna Drake

Joanna Drake

CTO, THG

Juan Villamil

Juan Villamil

Group Chief Innovation Officer, UBDS Group

Les McCollum

Les McCollum

SVP, Deputy CISO, Synchrony

Liz Banbury

Liz Banbury

CISO, Thames Water

Mark Walmsley

Mark Walmsley

Global CISO, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Norma Dove-Edwin

Norma Dove-Edwin

Group CDO & CIO, Rolls-Royce

Paul Coby

Paul Coby

CIO, Persimmon Homes

Robert Sheesley

Robert Sheesley

Board Member / CIO, Bump Social

Vukosi Sambo

Vukosi Sambo

CIO, STM Healthcare Investments, PHA & Marara Group

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Connect with C-suite leaders

Shell
HSBC
Verizon
AstraZeneca
Unilever
Diageo
BT
Experian
GE
NTT Ltd.
Boeing
American Airlines
Cisco
Oracle
Target
ForgeRock
AXA
Airbus
Telefonica
BASF
Carrefour
Ericsson
Bayer
Schneider Electric
BUPA
Santander
Allen & Overy
Asda
Beiersdorf
ALDI
Costa Coffee
Volvo
Amazon
HMRC
BEIS
Bank of England
Yum Brands
Persimmon Homes
Cigna
AT&T
Generali
Walgreens

Join CIO community

To join the HotTopics Community and gain access to our exclusive content, events and networking opportunities simply fill in the form below.

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