Nordic CISO Community
Inner Circle
September 7, 2026 | Grand Hôtel Stockholm
September 7, 2026
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:
Real-World AI Success Stories
Governance Frameworks for Secure AI Adoption
Aligning AI Security with Business Priorities
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 & VP

Torstein Gimnes Are
Norsk Hydro
CISO

Niclas Jalvinger
Electrolux
Group CISO

Antero Päivänsalo
Neste
CISO
Agenda
September 7, 2026
16:30 - 17:30 Executive Networking Reception
17:30 - 18:30 Discussion Topics
Securing AI in Practice — Use Cases, Governance, and Business Alignment
Artificial Intelligence has shifted from a theoretical risk to an operational reality for CISOs, appearing in every conversation and becoming deeply embedded in security programs and business processes. Organisations are leveraging AI to automate workflows, enhance threat detection, and streamline compliance, prompting security leaders to seek practical guidance on securing these rapidly evolving implementations.
This requires a strategic approach, real-world experiences and shared lessons learned to drive towards secure and successful adoption. As CISOs align AI with broader organizational objectives, it is essential that AI investments not only reduce risk but also support revenue growth and strategic priorities.
Discussion Questions:
What real-world AI use-cases have you implemented that measurably improved your organization’s cybersecurity posture or operational efficiency?
How have you addressed resource gaps and third-party risks when deploying AI-driven security solutions?
What governance frameworks or best practices have helped you manage the risks and accountability challenges of autonomous or generative AI systems?
How are cybersecurity teams ensuring that all AI implementations are secure, while also supporting business objectives?
18:30 - 19:00 Networking Break
19:00 - 20:30 Summary Discussion & Dinner
20:30 - 21:30 Social Hour
Apply to Participate
Apply to participate in the Nordic CISO Community Inner Circle.
Gartner facilitates exclusive, C-level communities by personally qualifying and understanding the priorities, challenges and interests of each member.
Our selective approach maintains the high quality of the network and ensures top-level discussions with peers from the world’s leading organizations.
Each application will be reviewed, and once your participation is confirmed, you will have access to year-round community programs.
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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