
Nordic CISO Community
Inner Circle
11 September 2025 | Grand Hôtel Stockholm
11 September 2025
Grand Hôtel Stockholm
Collaborate with your peers
Join Nordic'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:
Integrating AI in Cybersecurity for Enhanced Risk Management
Modernizing Security Operations
Evolving CISO Roles for Strategic and Operational Resilience
Nordic 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

Mirela Bønløkke
Energinet
CISO

Lars Falch
Novo Nordisk
CISO, Global information Security

Torstein Gimnes Are
Norsk Hydro
CISO

Antero Päivänsalo
Neste
CISO
Agenda
11 September 2025
16:30 - 17:30 Executive Networking Reception
17:30 - 18:30 Discussion Topics
AI in Action — Cybersecurity Strategies for Resilient Enterprises
Hosted by XM Cyber

Marc Hofmann
CSO
Nordea

Dennie Karlsson
Group CISO
Dustin Group

Sebastian Mabillon
CISO
Bunker Holding Group

Marcus Berglund
CISO
SEB

Beatrice Holmgren
CISO
Newsec

Roberta Mladenovic
Regional Director
XM Cyber
With AI emerging as both a formidable ally and a potential adversary, cybersecurity has remained a critical concern for organisations. 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 organisation. By effectively incorporating AI into their cybersecurity frameworks, CISOs can not only protect critical assets but also empower their organisations 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 organisation?
- 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 organisations foster a security culture that adapts to the changes brought about by AI, and what role do CISOs play in this transformation?
18:30 - 19:00 Networking Break
19:00 - 20:00 Summary Discussion & Dinner
20:00 - 21:00 Social Hour
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Location
Venue
Grand Hôtel StockholmMore Information
Parking and Public Transport
Public Transport: Bus stop Kungsträdgården / Subway stop Kungsträdgården.
Parking: Self-parking SEK 30 / hour (24hrs) & Valet parking SEK 950/ day (only available to residents at the hotel).
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