IN-PERSON

Charlotte CIO Inner Circle

February 18, 2025 | Fahrenheit

February 18, 2025
Fahrenheit

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Collaborate with your peers

Join Charlotte's top CIOs 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 CIOs today:

Building a resilient cybersecurity culture in the age of AI

Driving innovation through AI-enhanced cybersecurity solutions and strategies

Charlotte CIO Governing Body


The Governing Body Co-Chairs shape the discussion topics and agenda, ensuring that all content is driven by CIOs, for CIOs.

Governing Body Co-Chairs

Ken Athanasiou

VF Corp
Global CISO

Christina Bray

Collins Aerospace
Deputy CISO

William Curtiss

Paper Excellence
CISO

Frank DePaola

Enpro
VP, CISO

Steve Hagood

Trane Technologies
SVP & CIO

Murshid Khan

Coastal Federal Credit Union
CIO

John Scrimsher

Kontoor Brands
CISO

Patrick Thompson

DXC Technology Company
SVP, Enterprise Transformation Office

Bonnie Titone

Duke Energy
SVP & Chief Administration Officer

Kimberly Trapani

American Tire Distributors
SVP & CSO Executive

Agenda


February 18, 2025

4:30pm - 5:30pm  Executive Networking Reception

5:30pm - 6:30pm  Discussion Topics

AI in Action — Cybersecurity Strategies for Evolving Threats

Unprecedented AI advancements present both uncharted opportunities and complex challenges for organizations. With AI emerging as both a formidable ally and a potential adversary, cybersecurity remains top of mind as a critical priority. CIOs and CISOs are tasked with defending against AI-powered cyberattacks and finding ways to leverage emerging technologies to bolster their organizations’ cybersecurity defenses. By effectively incorporating AI into cybersecurity frameworks, organizations can protect critical assets and data while allowing for innovation in a secure environment.

Join this discussion to explore strategic approaches to continuous monitoring, adapting to emerging threats and fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization.

  • What have you seen or heard from peers about AI attacks and the responses to those attacks?
  • How are organizations evolving to better combat the evolving threats and increased number of attacks due to AI? How are CIOs and CISOs leveraging AI to improve incident response?
  • How can CIOs and CISOs better communicate and collaborate with stakeholders across the business about developing proactive strategies against offensive AI threats?
  • What key elements should be included in an AI governance framework to effectively manage risks and maintain trust within an organization?
  • How can organizations foster a security culture that adapts to the changes brought about by AI and what role do CIOs and CISOs play in this transformation?

6:30pm - 7:00pm  Networking Break

7:00pm - 8:00pm  Summary Discussion & Dinner

8:00pm - 9:00pm  Social Hour

We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming in-person gathering


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Location


Venue

Fahrenheit

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Complimentary valet is available. 

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For inquiries related to this community, please reach out to your dedicated contact.

Marsha Wick

Community Program Manager

503-701-1111

marsha.wick@evanta.com