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Chief Information Security Officers network

Welcome to HotTopics' dynamic community for Chief Information Security Officers. As guardians of digital trust, our CISO network fosters a spirit of collaboration and innovation.

Engage with peers, explore cutting-edge security strategies, and access resources designed for visionary security leaders. Join us to drive transformative action and navigate the complexities of cybersecurity with confidence. Your journey to influence and protect the digital future starts here.

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Recognise excellence with our C-suite awards

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 Engage with top CISOs, share knowledge, and stay informed about the latest trends and innovations in cybersecurity leadership.

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Can GenAI Unlock your Hidden Unstructured Data?
CIO | CISO | CDO - Digital | CDO - Data

Can GenAI Unlock your Hidden Unstructured Data?

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Vector (3)Vector-2 19 Nov 2024

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What's Next for the Chief Data Officer?
CDO - Data

What's Next for the Chief Data Officer?

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Vector (3)Vector-2 20 Nov 2024

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Demystifying ESG: How finance teams can master CO2 reporting
CFO

Demystifying ESG: How finance teams can master CO2 reporting

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Vector (3)Vector-2 21 Nov 2024

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2024 Reflections, 2025 Projections
CIO | CISO | CDO - Digital | CDO - Data

2024 Reflections, 2025 Projections

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Vector (3)Vector-2 21 Nov 2024

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Celebrating the Global CDO 100
CDO - Data

Celebrating the Global CDO 100

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Vector (3)Vector-2 25 Nov 2024

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Celebrating the Global CIO 100
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Celebrating the Global CIO 100

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Vector (3)Vector-2 26 Nov 2024

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2024 Insights Unwrapped: Key Lessons and Future Focus for B2B CMOs
CMO

2024 Insights Unwrapped: Key Lessons and Future Focus for B2B CMOs

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Vector (3)Vector-2 27 Nov 2024

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Meet-Up: Technology Leaders, November
CIO | CISO | CDO - Data | CDO - Digital | CX Leaders | CFO

Meet-Up: Technology Leaders, November

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Vector (3)Vector-2 28 Nov 2024

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The Studio, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly for Marketing Leaders
CMO

The Studio, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly for Marketing Leaders

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Vector (3)Vector-2 3 Dec 2024

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The Studio, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly
CIO | CISO | CDO - Data | CDO - Digital | CFO | CX Leaders

The Studio, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly

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Vector (3)Vector-2 4 Dec 2024

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Projects or Products: How to Build High-Performance Digital Teams
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Projects or Products: How to Build High-Performance Digital Teams

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Vector (3)Vector-2 4 Dec 2024

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GenAI: Navigating a Shifting Cybersecurity Threat Landscape
CIO | CISO | CDO - Digital | CDO - Data

GenAI: Navigating a Shifting Cybersecurity Threat Landscape

Vector (4)Vector-1 Virtual event

Vector (3)Vector-2 10 Dec 2024

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How to Prevent Burnout
CISO

How to Prevent Burnout

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Vector (3)Vector-2 9 Jan 2025

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Finance’s Digital Transformation Imperative
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Finance’s Digital Transformation Imperative

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Vector (3)Vector-2 29 Jan 2025

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The Studio, Abbey Road Studios, Marketing Leaders
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The Studio, Abbey Road Studios, Marketing Leaders

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Vector (3)Vector-2 29 Apr 2025

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The Studio, Abbey Road Studios
CIO | CISO | CDO - Data | CDO - Digital | CFO | CX Leaders

The Studio, Abbey Road Studios

Vector (4)Vector-1 London, UK

Vector (3)Vector-2 30 Apr 2025

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The Studio Sardinia, Forte Village, Luxury Resort
CIO | CISO | CDO - Data | CDO - Digital | CFO | CX Leaders

The Studio Sardinia, Forte Village, Luxury Resort

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Vector (3)Vector-2 25 Jun 2025

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The Studio Nashville
CIO | CISO | CDO - Data | CDO - Digital | CFO | CX Leaders

The Studio Nashville

Vector (4)Vector-1 Nashville, USA

Vector (3)Vector-2 27 Oct 2025

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GLOBAL CISO 100 - HOWARD PINTO

The Global CISO 100 Award

In partnership with Trellix 

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

Global CISO 100
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CISO community insights

Leading voices in security

View the latest thought leadership, discussions and insights from our global CISO community

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What the Boardroom Really Thinks About Cybersecurity - and Your CISO

06 Nov 2024

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The C-Suite Spot: Challenges and pain points in cybersecurity

10 Oct 2024

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Novel Approaches to Digital Security in 2024

10 Oct 2024

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CIO | CISO

CIO x CISO: Cybersecurity Risk and Career Vulnerabilities

10 Oct 2024

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CDO - Data CDO - Digital Culture & Productivity
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Friends or Adversaries? IT vs The Business

05 Sep 2024

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TechGirl - On Stage-min
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Become a TechGirl Mentor

Empowering future female leaders

Become a TechGirl Mentor and empower the next generation of female leaders in technology. Share your expertise, offer guidance, and inspire young women to pursue fulfilling careers in tech

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Meet the HotTopics

Technology advisory board

The HotTopics Technology 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. This board serves as a cornerstone of our efforts to stay ahead of industry trends, provide strategic insights, and foster a community of innovation.
Alejandro Becerra

Alejandro Becerra

CISO, Telefonica

Alison Davis

Alison Davis

CIO , GE Healthcare

Anna Barsby

Anna Barsby

CIO, 888 Holdings

Paul Smith

Paul Smith

Chief Information Officer, Amnesty International

Anna-Lisa Miller

Anna-Lisa Miller

CIO, Spectris

Avril Chester

Avril Chester

CTO, Royal Pharmaceutical Society

Bradley Schaufenbuel

Bradley Schaufenbuel

CISO, PayChex

Brian Brackenborough

Brian Brackenborough

CISO, C4

Catherine Buhler

Catherine Buhler

CISO, Energy Australia

Charlotte Baldwin

Charlotte Baldwin

CDIO, Costa Coffee

Christina Scott

Christina Scott

CIO & CPO, OVO Energy

Christopher Neal

Christopher Neal

Global CISO, Ramsay Health Care

Conor Whelan

Conor Whelan

CIO, Experian

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

CTO, THS

George Eapen

George Eapen

CIO & CISO, Petrofac

Georgina Owens

Georgina Owens

CTO, William Hill International

Ian Cohen

Ian Cohen

CIO, Acacium Group

Inken Braunschmidt

Inken Braunschmidt

Chief Innovation and Digital Officer, Halma

Itumeleng Makgati

Itumeleng Makgati

CISO, Standard Bank Group

Joanna Drake

Joanna Drake

CIO, THG

Juan Villamil

Juan Villamil

CIO, Imperial

Lauren Walker

Lauren Walker

MD Head Data Analytics UKI Europe, Accenture Song

Les McCollum

Les McCollum

CISO, UChicago Medical Center

Liz Banbury

Liz Banbury

CISO, Hiscox

Mark Walmsley

Mark Walmsley

Global CISO, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Norma Dove-Edwin

Norma Dove-Edwin

CIO, National Grid

Paul Coby

Paul Coby

CIO, Persimmon

Richard Newsome

Richard Newsome

Former CTO, Cancer Research UK

Robert Sheesley

Robert Sheesley

Group CIO, Wrench Group

Sarah Wilkinson

Sarah Wilkinson

COO & NED, Virgin Money

Vukosi Sambo

Vukosi Sambo

Executive Head of Data Insights, Afrocentric Group

Sarah Wilkinson

Sarah Wilkinson

COO, Virgin Money

Sandeep Seeripat

Sandeep Seeripat

Global Chief Transformation and Technology Officer, Twinings

Dominic Howson

Dominic Howson

Chief Information Officer, Viridor

Jason Oliver

Jason Oliver

Chief Digital Transformation Officer, University of Sussex

Alan Boehm

Alan Boehm

Former CTO, H&M Group

Walt Carter

Walt Carter

Chief Digital Officer, Homestar Financial Corporation

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