Build your trusted circle of C-Level peers

Leadership can be isolating at the C-Level. No one else within your organization truly understands the complexities you face. Gartner C-Level Communities are designed to bridge that gap, bringing together executives who know firsthand the demands of your role.

In the Italy CISO Community, you will connect with peers who are willing to share their experiences, discuss practical solutions and collaborate on emerging challenges. By joining your local community, you will gain fresh ideas and perspectives, a trusted network of peers and the support you need to lead confidently in a rapidly changing environment.

Join your local community for exclusive access to:

Peer Connections
  • Catch up with familiar faces and build new relationships with colleagues in your community
  • Strengthen your trusted professional network with peers who understand your challenges
  • Establish a circle of peers you can call on for real-time guidance and ongoing support​
Peer Perspectives
  • Engage in candid, in‑depth discussions to address your most pressing priorities
  • Learn firsthand, practical approaches from peers navigating similar challenges
  • Validate your strategies through real-world peer experiences
Gartner Insights
  • Gain data-driven insights and field-tested best practices from Gartner analysts
  • Explore forward-looking strategies on critical issues affecting your role
  • Leverage Gartner insights and Executive Partner expertise to enrich peer conversations

Italy CISO Governing Body

A regional Governing Body leads the Italy CISO community, shaping the topics and agendas for your local programs and ensuring that all content is driven By CISOs, For CISOs®.

Governing Body Co-Chairs

Luigi Guaragna

Eni
Head of Global Cyber Security

Sergio Insalaco

Unipol Group
Group CISO & Head of ICT Risk Management

Alessandro Marzi

ATM
CISO

Andrea Succi

Ferrari Group
Group CISO

Governing Body Members

Luigi Ballarano

Terna
Group CISO

Paolo Bertuccini

Esselunga
CISO

Alberto Borgonovo

Flutter Entertainment
CISO

Filippo Burrone

A2A Group
Head of Digital Security

Giovanni Cerrato

Max Mara
Group Cybersecurity Manager

Daniele Dal Re

Gucci
CISO

Roberto De Paolis

Leonardo
Head of Digital Security & Security Operations

Luca Fioravanti

Dolce & Gabbana
Group Security Director

Claudio Frencia

Brembo S.p.A.
Head of Cybersecurity

Antonio La Vela

Mediaset
Group CISO

Andrea Licciardi

MAIRE
Cybersecurity Senior Manager

Andrea Mazzetti

Campari Group
Global IT Director Cyber Security Architecture & Technologies

Filippo Morosini

Bolton Group
Group CISO & IT Infrastructure Manager

Marco Ortolani

Open Fiber
CISO - Head of Cybersecurity Physical Security & Business Continuity

Alessandro Paglione

MBDA
Group CyberSecurity Coordinator

Gian Fabio Palmerini

Webuild
CISO

Ilario Palmieri

Zegna
Head of Cyber Security & IT SOX Compliance

Alberto Perini

Azimut Group
Global CISO

Diego Pogliani

ING Italia
Group CISO

Simone Rizzo

CCR Commercial Refrigeration
CISO

Salvatore Schifani

Gi Group
Manager, Information Security

Emanuele Spagnoli

Mundys
CISO

Francesco Testi

Amplifon
Global CTO

Ugo Vignolo Lutati

Prada Group
Group CISO

Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CISOs today.

  1. Accelerate Exposure Management To Defend At Machine Speed
  2. Unify AI Risk Into Existing Cyber Governance Practices
  3. Optimize Cybersecurity Portfolios Through Outcome-Driven Investment Strategies

Upcoming Programs

In-Person

13 October 2026 | an evening

Italy CISO Community Inner Circle

Four Seasons Hotel Milano

Join fellow CIOs for dinner, discussion, and networking in a relaxed, collaborative environment.

In-Person

19 May 2027 | 1 day

Italy CISO Community Executive Summit

Melia Milano

Connect with CIO peers at this one-day event focused on practical solutions to top challenges.

In-Person

October 2027 | an evening

Italy CISO Community Inner Circle

Join fellow CIOs for dinner, discussion, and networking in a relaxed, collaborative environment.



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