IN-PERSON

Boston CISO Community
Executive Summit

November 13, 2025 | Hyatt Regency Boston- Cambridge

November 13, 2025
Hyatt Regency Boston- Cambridge

APPLY TO PARTICIPATE

Collaborate with your peers

Get together with Boston's top CISOs 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 CISOs today:

Strengthening Cybersecurity Posture through Adaptive Threat Management

Enhancing Data Privacy and Compliance in a Globalized Digital Economy

Building Resilient Cybersecurity Ecosystems for Sustainable Growth

Boston CISO Governing Body


The Governing Body Co-Chairs shape the summit agenda, ensuring that all content is driven By CISOs, For CISOs®.

Governing Body Co-Chairs

Julie Fitton

Analog Devices
CISO

Eric Galis

Cengage
CISO

Javed Ikbal

Bright Horizons
VP/CISO

Brian McGowan

SharkNinja
CISO

Ravi Thatavarthy

Rite Aid
Chief Information Security Officer

Gernette Wright

Schneider Electric North America
IT Security Officer

What to Expect

Interactive Sessions

Hear from CISO practitioners and thought leaders on how they're solving critical challenges impacting your role today in Keynote sessions, and join smaller, interactive discussions with your peers in Breakout and Boardroom sessions.

Community Networking

Make new connections and catch up with old friends in casual conversations during dedicated time for networking designed to better acquaint you with your Boston CISO community.

Peer-to-Peer Meetings

Connect with like-minded peers in a private, one-on-one setting through Peer-to-Peer Meetings. You will be matched with peers in your community based on your shared interests and priorities.

Agenda


Coming Soon

The CISO Executive Summit agendas are driven by the mission-critical priorities identified among the community. Each agenda is uniquely crafted By CISOs, For CISOs®, and will be available closer to the gathering. All topics and sessions will be inspired by the following themes.

Strengthening Cybersecurity Posture through Adaptive Threat Management

CISOs are increasingly focused on enhancing their organization's ability to anticipate, withstand, and recover from cyber threats. By fostering a proactive cybersecurity culture, organizations can quickly respond to evolving threats and maintain robust security postures amidst a rapidly changing threat landscape.

Enhancing Data Privacy and Compliance in a Globalized Digital Economy

In the face of increasing global regulations and expanding digital business operations, CISOs must prioritize data privacy and compliance. By encouraging a privacy-conscious culture, security leaders are navigating the complexities of a globalized digital economy and protecting sensitive data effectively.

Building Resilient Cybersecurity Ecosystems for Sustainable Growth

CISOs are enhancing their cybersecurity ecosystems to better support sustainable business growth and withstand rapid change. Integrating cybersecurity into business strategies is crucial for promoting collaboration across departments and ensuring that cybersecurity measures are scalable and adaptable to future business needs.

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


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Location


Venue & Accommodation

Hyatt Regency Boston- Cambridge

Your Community Sponsors


CISO Thought Leader
Key Sponsor
Program Sponsor

Community Program Manager


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

Spencer Bisgaard

Senior Community Program Manager

541-912-0183

spencer.bisgaard@gartner.com