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Boston CISO Inner Circle

March 4, 2025 | Limani Grille Seaport

March 4, 2025
Limani Grille Seaport

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Join Boston's top CISOs 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 CISOs today:

The AI Evolution — Navigating the New Age of Cyber Threats

Steering the AI Ship — Crafting Robust Governance

Boston CISO Governing Body


The Governing Body Co-Chairs shape the discussion topics and 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

Ravi Thatavarthy

Rite Aid
Chief Information Security Officer

Michael Woodson

Sonesta
Director of Information Security and Privacy

Gernette Wright

Schneider Electric North America
IT Security Officer

Agenda


March 4, 2025

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

5:30pm - 6:30pm  Discussion Topics

AI in Action — Cybersecurity Strategies for Resilient Enterprises

With AI emerging as both a formidable ally and a potential adversary, cybersecurity has remained a critical concern for organizations. The integration of AI into cybersecurity strategies presents both unprecedented opportunities and complex challenges for CISOs. Security leaders are tasked with the dual challenge of harnessing AI to strengthen security measures while defending against AI-powered attacks.

This requires a strategic approach that involves continuous monitoring, adapting to emerging threats, and fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization. By effectively incorporating AI into their cybersecurity frameworks, CISOs can not only protect critical assets but also empower their organizations to innovate securely in the digital age.

Steering the AI Ship Through its Evolution

  • In what ways can CISOs collaborate with other stakeholders to develop 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 CISOs ensure that AI governance protocols are aligned with ethical standards and regulatory requirements?
  • How does the integration of AI into cybersecurity strategies affect the roles and responsibilities of the cybersecurity workforce?
  • How can organizations foster a security culture that adapts to the changes brought about by AI, and what role do CISOs play in this transformation?

6:30pm - 7:00pm  Networking Break

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

8:00pm - 9:00pm  Social Hour

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