
New York CIO Community
Executive Summit
June 25, 2024 | Pier Sixty
June 25, 2024
Pier Sixty
Collaborate with your peers
Get together with New York's top CIOs to tackle shared business challenges and critical priorities facing your role today. Participate in this one-day, local program with peer-driven topics and interactive discussions with your true C-level peers.
Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CIOs today:
Benchmarking organizational readiness for driving innovation and adopting emerging technologies
Identifying transformative cost-saving opportunities for the digitized enterprise
Using outcome-driven metrics to manage cybersecurity in an ever-evolving threat landscape
New York CIO Governing Body
The Governing Body Co-Chairs shape the summit agenda, ensuring that all content is driven By CIOs, For CIOs®.
Governing Body Co-Chairs

Andre Bromes
Salvation Army
CIO

Warren Kudman
Turner Construction
SVP & Chief Information Officer

Robert McCowan
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer

Earl Newsome
Cummins
Chief Information Officer

Anna Ransley
Quaker Houghton
CDIO

Atefeh Riazi
Hearst
Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer

Janet Sherlock
Ralph Lauren Corp
CIO

Michael Smith
The Estee Lauder Companies
Chief Information Officer

Eswar Veluri
Equinox
EVP & CTO
What to Expect
Agenda
7:45am - 8:30am Registration & Breakfast
8:30am - 9:15am Keynote
New Heights with Empire AI
Hosted by Tanium

Dru Rai
CIO New York State and Director of Office of ITS
State of New York
The State of New York is no stranger to using AI. And with the recent historic, AI consortium launched by the Governor and approved by the Legislature, the Empire State is positioned for maximum success. When Dru Rai took the seat as the state’s Chief Information Officer, his mission was clear: maximize the benefits of AI for the agencies, hardworking taxpayers and residents of New York State.
Join this exciting keynote on Empire AI as Dru shares how he is:
- Setting an example for the rest of the nation to follow
- Leveraging an existing high-tech and start-up ecosystem
- Working with agencies on what the state’s next phase of AI will look like
9:15am - 9:40am Networking Break
9:40am - 10:25am Breakout Session
A Data & Analytics Dialogue

Frank Iannella
CIO USA, SVP Digital & Technology
Heineken
As organizations collect more and more data, it’s crucial for leaders to empower the enterprise to use that data to ensure better business outcomes. How are you creating an effective D&A strategy that enables the entire organization for growth and innovation?
Join this interactive session to discuss:
- Utilizing analytics to drive business decision making
- Balancing the benefits of data control with data democratization
- Building a foundation for successful AI implementation
9:40am - 10:25am Breakout Session
Peer Discussion - Connecting the Dots Across the Customer Lifecycle
Hosted by Twilio
Companies have been collecting data on their customers since the dawn of direct marketing, but in today’s digital era, gathering information is only the first step. Truly knowing your customer requires integrating data and insights from all your existing tools to build an accurate and real-time picture of who they are and what they want. Only then can you consistently deliver the highly personalized interactions that customers expect and that create value for them and your organization. What are the roadblocks your organization must overcome to reach this ideal state?
Join this workshop to discuss common challenges with peers, including:
- Generating actionable insights from an endless sea of customer data
- Unlocking value and enabling conversions from every conversation
- Building differentiated engagement without sacrificing consumer data privacy and transparency
9:40am - 10:25am Executive Boardroom
Optimize Application Rationalization to Reduce Cost
Hosted by Rimini Street

Mark Coggin
VP, Portfolio Marketing
Rimini Street

Alice Fournier
Chief Information Officer
ISS Facility Services - Americas

Richard Martin
Global Functions IT Leader
PepsiCo
CIOs are balancing an ever-increasing number of service providers which requires a strong vendor and application rationalization integrated into strategic decision-making. In order to allocate more funds towards innovation and differentiation initiatives, mission-critical systems need to be optimized, cost effective, and flexible.
Join this session to discuss:
- Incorporate effective contract management
- Strategies to avoid vendor lock-in
- Financially optimizing the vendor portfolio
Executive boardrooms are intimate and interactive sessions designed to foster dynamic dialogue around a specific, strategic topic. These private, closed-door discussions encourage attendee participation and are limited to 15 attendees (seating priority is given to CIOs). To reserve your seat, please contact: Haydn McKee at haydn.mckee@evanta.com
9:40am - 10:25am Executive Boardroom
Strengthening Security Against AI-Powered Attacks
Hosted by Protiviti

Sameer Ansari
Managing Director, Global Cybersecurity and Privacy Lead
Protiviti

Robert McCowan
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

Inderpal Kohli
VP, CIO
Englewood Health
The World Economic Forum cited adverse outcomes of AI technologies and cyber insecurity among the top ten risks for 2024. One of the adverse outcomes is how malicious actors can leverage GenAI to swiftly analyze scouting data, identify system flaws and develop elusive malware. This underscores the need for a preemptive defense strategy to effectively counter the growing threat of AI-powered cyberattacks in the digital environment.
Join this session to discuss:
- The emerging threat landscape concerns around AI
- Best practices using AI to defend against AI powered malicious actors
- Prioritizing new capabilities for implementation
10:25am - 11:05am Networking Break
10:30am - 10:55am Peer-to-Peer Meetings
Peer-to-Peer Meetings
Connect with like-minded peers in a one-on-one setting through Evanta’s Peer-to-Peer Meetings. You will be matched with peers in your community based on your shared interests and priorities.
11:05am - 11:50am Breakout Session
GenAI Use Case — Efficiencies to Deliver ROI

Niraj Patel
AI, Digital Transformation
Greystone
CIOs play a pivotal role in leveraging AI to unlock new opportunities, enhance decision making and streamline processes. Niraj Patel, CIO at Greystone shares his journey on integrating AI tools to solve complex challenges, improve productivity and deliver massive ROI.
Join this session to hear about:
- Capturing and communicating use case ROI
- Measuring quality and overcoming challenges
- Building an ecosystem for future innovation
11:05am - 11:50am Breakout Session
Unlocking Full Cloud Potential – IT Enhancements for Today’s Enterprise
Hosted by Island

Eric Appel
Global GTM Strategy Officer
Island
While the vast majority of infrastructure has been upgraded and modernized to support the shift to the cloud, enterprise IT teams are still missing an equally seamless access method to deliver cloud-native apps and data to their end users. While traditional browsers have become the de-facto access point for the majority of business critical applications, they lack the deep visibility and hyper-granular policy controls enterprises need. This results in IT leaders surrounding their browsers with layers of tech to meet those needs.
Join this breakout session to discover:
- Why traditional cloud security methods undermine your modernization efforts and end-user experience
- Embracing technological momentum to adapt to a "more-with-less" IT landscape
- How enterprise CIOs are using this solution to bolster cloud security
11:05am - 11:50am Executive Boardroom
Transformative Shockwaves: Navigating Unpredictability Through Strategic Control
Hosted by WalkMe

KJ Kusch
Global Field Chief Technology Officer
WalkMe

Vineet Bansal
Chief Information Officer
OnCourse Home Solutions

Lori Groth
Chief Information Officer
GAF Materials / Building Materials
As lines of business continue to invest in new applications and processes, disconnected, siloed, and individual initiatives are creating shockwaves throughout the organization. Such random acts of digital lack the necessary degrees of strategic oversight and organizational change control, leading to unpredictability and elevated levels of organizational risk.
Join this boardroom to discuss how to:
- Adopt new digital solutions with proactive approaches
- Eliminate chance outcomes from random acts of digital
- Promote unity while mitigating risks
Executive boardrooms are intimate and interactive sessions designed to foster dynamic dialogue around a specific, strategic topic. These private, closed-door discussions encourage attendee participation and are limited to 15 attendees (seating priority is given to CIOs). To reserve your seat, please contact: Haydn McKee at haydn.mckee@evanta.com
11:05am - 11:50am Executive Boardroom
Empowering AI to Unlock the Potential of Your Business Applications
Hosted by Microsoft Corporation

Kevin Sauer
Director – Americas App Innovation Global Black Belt Team
Microsoft Corporation

John Sullivan
CIO
Major League Soccer

Dr. Klaus Roeller
VP Head of IT Region Americas
Evonik
Generative AI has ushered in a transformative period, reshaping our expectations and driving widespread adoption of AI services. This shift is not only revolutionizing industries, but also compelling organizations to explore new possibilities in their entire digital landscape. The impact is profound, especially on applications, the digital forefront for many businesses.
Join this session to discuss:
- Building and modernizing intelligent apps with user experience at the forefront
- Harnessing AI to create novel opportunities and deliver unparalleled business value
- Embarking on a new era of AI innovation
11:05am - 11:50am Executive Boardroom
Enterprise Observability for Enhanced Application Security
Hosted by Dynatrace

Jason Ostroski
Field CTO, North America
Dynatrace

Vikram Nafde
EVP, Chief Information Officer
Webster Bank

Todd Sewards
CIO
Prism Vision Group
Top performing CIOs understand the critical role of observability in ensuring the security of their organization's applications and data. By having a comprehensive view of application performance and security, C-level IT leaders can make strategic investments in security measures, prioritize resources, and align security initiatives with business goals.
Join this session to discuss:
- Setting the foundation for observability and its critical role in cybersecurity
- Enabling timely incident response and continuous security improvements
- Developing best practices for IT and security teams to reduce overall risks
11:45am - 12:35pm Lunch Service
11:50am - 12:30pm Networking
Rising Together — Empowered Women & Allies, Empower Women
Grab your lunch and head to the keynote room to join us on this conversation. This will be an intimate, informal space for women in leadership roles and their allies to freely discuss best practices, key challenges, and mission-critical priorities. Come prepared to share ideas and forge new connections that can help empower each other to make an impact in your organizations and communities.
This session is aimed at, but not limited to, women who are head of function at their organizations (CIO or equivalent) and those reporting directly to the CIO/equivalent. Priority access will be reserved for these groups.
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Location
Venue & Accommodation
Pier SixtyParking Information
Self-parking is located right inside the Chelsea Piers complex as you enter the venue. Self-parking is based on availability and posted hourly parking rates apply. Drivers pay as they exit the complex. Chelsea Piers Parking Rates can be found here.
Hotels Nearby
The Maritime Hotel
363 W 16th Street
New York, New York, 10011
0.5 miles from venue
The Highline Hotel
180 10th Avenue
New York, New York, 10011
0.2 miles from venue
Dream Downtown, by Hyatt
355 W 16th Street
New York, New York, 10011
0.5 miles from venue
Evanta does not have any affiliation with the suggested hotels listed. The list above is solely for informational purposes.
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