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 Minneapolis 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

Minneapolis CISO Governing Body

A regional Governing Body leads the Minneapolis 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

Vince Aimutis

Federated Insurance
VP, Director, Information Services & CISO

Michael Brewer

Securian Financial
CISO

Peter Christy

Patterson Companies
VP, CISO

Mary Faulkner

Thrivent
VP, CISO & IT Operations

Jeff Johnson

DigiKey
CISO, Director, IT Security and Privacy

Aimee Martin

Data Recognition Corporation
CISO

Mike Rogers

Hormel Foods
CISO & Director Information Security & Compliance

Param Vig

Solventum
SVP, CISO

Governing Body Members

Brad Abbott

Medica
CISO & Senior Director Information Security

Tony Alsleben

CentraCare
Executive Director Information Security and CISO

Eric Brown

Metropolitan Council
CISO

Aaron Call

Minneapolis-Saint Paul Metropolitan Airports Commission
CISO

Tim Dokken

Johnson Brothers
VP, Infrastructure & Information Security

Sarah Engstrom

CHS
CISO & VP IT

Chris Grillo

Jostens
Senior Director Information Security & Head, Information Security

Christopher Groshong

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Digital Platforms & Cybersecurity Leader

Jeff Holschuh

Sun Country Airlines
CISO

John Israel

State of Minnesota
Assistant Commissioner & CISO

Steven Jensen

Transamerica
Global CISO

Ashok Kallam

Fairview Health Services
CISO

Michael Kellen

The Toro Company
CISO

Yan Kravchenko

Hennepin Healthcare
Core Technology & Information Security Director

Jasper Li

Banner
Director, Global IT Infrastructure & Cybersecurity

Jim Long

C.H. Robinson
Global Head Cybersecurity & Technology Risk Management

Lisa Lybeck

TruStage
VP, CISO

Greg Matthias

Agiliti
VP, CISO

Jonathan May

Mortenson
CISO

Abdeslam Mazouz

City of Minneapolis
CISO

Adam McConnell

Legence
CISO

Jason Meszaros

ATS
Director, Infrastructure & Cybersecurity

Patrick Michalski

Constellium
CISO

Adam Mishler

Best Buy
SVP, Global CISO

Scott More

Ameriprise Financial
VP, CISO

Frank Muller

HealthPartners
VP, Technology, Infrastructure & Cybersecurity, CISO

Eric Ong

Donaldson
Senior Director, Global Information Security

Greg Quale

Schwan's
Senior Director IT Security

Frank Ross

Andersen Corporation
Director Cybersecurity

Mark Sommers

Purpose Brands
Vice President, IT Security Compliance + Provision Security

Chad Sorensen

Taylor
CISO

Ben Svobodny

Otter Tail Corporation
Vice President of Information Security and Technology

Rohit Tandon

Essentia Health
CISO

Tony Taylor

Land O'Lakes
CISO

Craig Weatherhead

Fastenal
SVP, IT Infrastructure & Security

Kristi Yauch

Winnebago Industries
VP, Information Security

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

Virtual

October 28, 2026 | 1 hour

Minneapolis CISO Community Town Hall

Who Gets Access? Identity, Trust, and Control

Participate in a virtual session with peers to engage in candid discussions on a timely topic.

In-Person

December 9, 2026 | 1 day

Minneapolis CISO Community Executive Summit

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis

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

In-Person

March 11, 2027 | an evening

Minneapolis CISO Community Inner Circle

Edina Country Club

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

In-Person

June 2027 | 1 day

Minneapolis CISO Community Executive Summit

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

In-Person

September 23, 2027 | an evening

Minneapolis CISO Community Inner Circle

Minneapolis Golf Club

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

In-Person

December 2027 | 1 day

Minneapolis CISO Community Executive Summit

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



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