In-Person

DACH CISO Community

Executive Summit

26 November 2025 | The Westin Grand Frankfurt

26 November 2025
The Westin Grand Frankfurt

Collaborate with your peers

Get together with DACH'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:

Evolving Leadership in Security, From Enforcer to Influencer

Redefining the CISO Role for a Dynamic, Risk-Taking Workforce

Building Resilient Cybersecurity Ecosystems for Sustainable Growth

DACH 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

Sascha Brock

DHL Group
SVP CISO

Nikk Gilbert

RWE
CISO

John Petersen

Nestle
CISO

Aleksandar Radosavljevic

Global Fashion Group
CISO

Judith Wunschik

Siemens Energy
Global Chief Cybersecurity 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 DACH 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.

Evolving Leadership in Security, From Enforcer to Influencer

Today’s CISOs are moving beyond the traditional “police officer” role, acting instead as strategic influencers who embed security into business culture. By partnering with stakeholders and empowering teams, security leaders are shaping resilient organisations where security is everyone’s responsibility.

Redefining the CISO Role for a Dynamic, Risk-Taking Workforce

As new generations enter the workforce and digital risks multiply, the CISO’s mandate is rapidly evolving. Modern CISOs must adapt to shifting behaviors, manage emerging risks, and foster a culture of shared accountability—ensuring security keeps pace with the changing world of work.

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

Gartner cares about the health and safety of our community. Please review the following recommendations prior to attending the gathering.

Location

Venue & Accommodation

The Westin Grand Frankfurt

A block of rooms has been reserved at the The Westin Grand Frankfurt at a reduced conference rate. Reservations should be made online or by calling +49 69 29810.

Deadline to book using the discounted room rate of €251 EUR (plus tax) is 27 October 2025.

Your Community Sponsors

CISO Thought Leaders

Program Sponsors

Community Programme Manager

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

Tara Teymoori

Community Programme Manager

+447930242500

tara.teymoori@gartner.com