Setting the Standard for IT Leadership in the UK
The CxO Institute London convenes over 100 C-Suite and senior IT executives from across the country for a day of strategic collaboration, networking, and peer-led discussions. As the flagship event, this exclusive forum empowers leaders with the insights and strategies needed to enhance productivity and drive innovation.
The agenda explores vital themes including digital transformation, advanced cybersecurity strategies, and leveraging data for business impact. Through a dynamic format of Keynotes, Panel Discussions, and Interactive Boardrooms, you’ll gain unparalleled insights and forge invaluable connections to help shape the future of technology leadership.
Agenda
08:00 - 08:45
Registration & Networking Breakfast
08:45 - 09:35
Opening Panel
CxO
Orchestrating the Adaptive Enterprise: Leadership in an Era of Continuous Change
- Explore how technology leaders can design organisations that adapt dynamically to disruption, market shifts and emerging technologies
- Examine the evolving leadership mindsets, decision frameworks and cross-functional collaboration models that enable enterprise agility
- Identify strategies for embedding resilience and innovation into both people and technology systems to future-proof the business
Andy Piper
MD Cyber and Infosec
Aviva
Richard Michel
Chief Information & Digital Officer
University of London
Sharon Peters
Global CDIO
Boldyn Networks
Xavier Vallee
Chief AI Officer
Tour Partner group
John Seglias
Group CDIO
Nuclear Decommissioning Authority
09:40 - 10:20
Security
From Uncertainty to Clarity - Leveraging Data for Resilience and Business Impact
In a world of growing uncertainty, organisations are overwhelmed by data but struggle with clarity. Today’s cyber risk is shaped as much by internal complexity as external adversaries, and data is the lifeblood - not just something to protect, but the foundation for the visibility and context needed to defend effectively. In this climate, true digital resilience depends on how organisations detect, respond, and recover.
Lauren Wilson
Field CTO
Splunk
10:25 - 11:05
Security
Trust Every Digital Moment: Why Identity is the Foundation for AI-Ready Growth
- Securing identities as the foundation for AI-driven operations
- Managing access and trust across users, devices, and AI agents
- Enabling growth while maintaining security, compliance, and control
Abdullah Masud
Senior Principal Sales Engineer
Ping Identity
Strategy
Designing the AINative Organisation: Building the Right Skills, Systems and Processes
- Current AI Capability - Where organisations are today in skills, data and systems.
- Key Barriers - The main gaps in processes, systems and talent.
- What “AIReady” Means - How organisations scale from pilots to enterprise adoption.
- Leadership Skills - The capabilities leaders need to drive AI transformation.
- Workforce Skills - How teams adapt skills and ways of working for AI.
- BPP Example - A practical view of how BPP is building AI capability.
Jo Wickremasinghe
CTO
BPP
11:10 - 11:50
Data
The Agentic Enterprise: Bridging the Divide Between AI Potential and P&L Reality
The GenAI landscape has shifted. The competitive edge no longer goes to early adopters, but to organizations that have escaped "Pilot Purgatory" to industrialize Agentic Workflows. While McKinsey projects a staggering $25 trillion in economic impact, only 1% of organizations have reached true AI maturity. The rest remain paralyzed by data silos, fragmented governance, and disconnected business priorities. Even among high achievers, Accenture reports only 16% have successfully integrated AI into their digital core to drive tangible revenue. Keepler Data Tech , part of Accenture, will reveal the operational and technical blueprints leading enterprises use to break through these bottlenecks, bridge the maturity gap, and deliver AI ROI at scale.
Sean Poulley
COO
Keepler Data Tech
Strategy
Driving Strategic Growth with Device-as-a-Service: From Cost Center to Value Engine
- How organisations are leveraging Device-as-a-Service to free up IT resources and capital, enabling strategic initiatives such as AI, cybersecurity and innovation
- Approaches to embedding proactive, employee-centric device support that boosts productivity, engagement and operational efficiency across distributed teams
- Strategies for standardising device lifecycle management to drive sustainability, reduce costs and enhance security and compliance
Shayne Harris
Vice President International Markets
devicenow UK
11:55 - 12:35
Strategy
Harnessing Agentic AI for Enterprise Impact
Agentic AI is moving from pilot to teammate. Hear frontline stories of an IT support agent cutting tickets by 70%, Kiro shrinking modernization from months to minutes, and a legal AI assistant driving $50K in annual savings. Join us to learn and explore how secure foundations, governance, and culture turn AI agents into enterprise-scale impact.
Alexander Michael
Senior Strategy Consultant
Rackspace
AI
Rethinking AI Governance in the Agentic AI Era
Agentic AI is transforming every business function, and enterprises must quickly embrace and operationalize AI to stay competitive. Traditional Governance tools were not designed to manage risk of AI systems at scale, and over 85% of AI projects fail as a result. This session will provide a framework on how to think about AI Agents, how to set Guardrails and pursue testing/monitoring.
Adriano Koshiyama
Co-Chief Executive Officer
Holistic AI
Security
This Was Never a Drill: The Case for Autonomous IT
AI-accelerated attackers now move faster than any human team can respond — and patching speed alone won't save you. Drawing on real-world breach data and UK Government warnings, this session walks a maturity model from reactive operations to a self-healing digital estate, and makes the case that autonomy is a force multiplier, not a loss of control: machines act within guardrails, every action is auditable, and humans stay in charge of anything irreversible. It closes with three questions every board must answer before handing the machine authority — what is it allowed to do, can every action be explained, and when it's wrong, how fast can you undo it at scale?
Dan Jones
Senior Security Advisor, EMEA
Tanium
12:35 - 13:25
Networking Lunch
13:25 - 14:05
CxO
From Control to Confidence: Operating AI at Enterprise Scale
- Building executive confidence in AI by integrating secure, risk-aware decision-making into core business strategy.
- Designing governance that empowers innovation at scale while ensuring compliance, data integrity, and operational security.
- Reimagining operating models to align accountability, ownership, and cross-functional collaboration with enterprise priorities and risk management.
Andy Piper
MD Cyber and Infosec
Aviva
Omer Moghraby
Chief Clinical Information Officer
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust
Katie Friis
IT Director
DS Smith
Igor Kovalev
Director site IT - Europe
Ford Motor Company
14:10 - 14:50
Strategy
Scaling Conversational AI: From Experimentation to Enterprise Capability
- Moving beyond pilots to embed conversational AI into core business processes and decision-making
- Overcoming adoption barriers across people, culture and operating models to realise enterprise value
- Measuring success by linking conversational AI to productivity, customer outcomes and strategic impact
Joe Moya
Innovation and Optimisation Director
SSCL
Data
Data Resilience in the AI Era: Ensuring Business Continuity and Cyber Recovery
- What does a resilient, cyber-ready data strategy look like across complex enterprise environments in light of the rise of Agentic AI?
- How can organisations ensure business continuity and rapid recovery in the face of ransomware and AI-driven threats?
- How can leaders maintain trust in data and operations during and after disruption?
David Gildea
Vice President of Products (Generative AI)
Druva
14:55 - 15:35
AI
Operationalising Agentic AI at Scale – From Automation to Autonomy
- Explore how enterprises are moving from task-based AI to orchestrated, agentic ecosystems driving measurable outcomes
- Examine how to deliver a positive EBITDA impact from delivering Agentic AI at scale
- Learn how to build the infrastructure, skills, and culture to sustain agentic AI impact across business domains
Xavier Vallee
Chief AI Officer
Tour Partner group
Strategy
Closing the Enterprise Gap: Moving AI from Pilot to Production in Complex, Regulated Organisations
- Pilot Purgatory With 90% of enterprise AI use cases still stuck in pilot, what actually separates organisations that have reached production from those that haven't - and what does ""production-ready"" mean when you operate in a regulated, mission-critical environment?
- Regulated Autonomy When AI agents are taking actions in environments governed by Ofwat, Ofgem, the FCA, or sector-specific compliance frameworks, how do you define the guardrails - and who in the organisation owns accountability for what an agent decides?
- Legacy as the Constraint, Not the Excuse Core systems in energy, water, telecoms, and logistics aren't going away. How are leaders building AI capability on top of existing infrastructure without accumulating new technical debt or introducing operational risk?
Ben Sekhon
Regional Vice President, UK
Outsystems
15:40 - 16:15
Closing Session
CxO
From AI Ambition to Enterprise Value – A CIO’s Playbook for Delivering Impact at Scale
- Why transformation stalls and the gap between AI ambition and measurable business outcomes
- How leadership, operating models and decision-making must evolve to balance growth, cost, risk and speed
- What actually works at scale and the practical shifts CXOs must make to turn strategy into sustained enterprise value
Dominic Redmond
Group Chief Information Officer
The Page Group
Andy Piper
MD Cyber and Infosec
Aviva
16:15 - 17:15
Closing Drinks Reception
Why Attend?
UNRIVALLED CONNECTIONS
Engage directly with IT leaders and industry experts who can provide valuable insights and solutions to your strategic challenges.
CUSTOMISED LEARNING PATHS
Choose the sessions, panels, and discussions that best align with your unique goals, enabling targeted and impactful networking.
TANGIBLE VALUE
Gain actionable insights and connections that translate directly into strategic initiatives and measurable progress for your organisation.
Location
etc.Venues County Hall
Overlooking the iconic River Thames and Big Ben, etc.venues County Hall offers a stunning backdrop for CxO Institute London. Combining historic charm with state-of-the-art facilities, this prestigious venue provides the perfect environment for IT leaders to engage in high-impact discussions, exchange strategic insights, and forge valuable connections. Its central location, modern amenities, and inspiring atmosphere make it an ideal setting for thought leadership and executive networking.
A Community of Leaders
The CxO Institute is the premier platform for IT leaders to tackle the most pressing challenges facing their organisations. Designed with delegates in mind, our events bring together CIOs, senior IT leaders and other key decision-makers to explore cutting-edge solutions, drive collaboration, and achieve impactful outcomes.
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Delegates in Attendance
The list below showcases the esteemed IT leaders, executives, and decision-makers attending the event. These are the key individuals driving innovation, transformation, and strategy within their organisations.
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Why Sponsor?
LEAD GENERATION
Connect with Top IT and Senior Executives in a curated environment designed for meaningful conversations and long-term partnerships.
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Showcase Thought Leadership through panel discussions, round tables, and tailored engagements that demonstrate your brand's expertise.
REPORTS & INSIGHTS
Gain valuable market insights by understanding the key challenges and priorities shaping IT investments and decision-making.
BRAND AWARENESS
Accelerate business growth by positioning your brand, solutions, and services in front of decision-makers and budget-holders with active projects and procurement needs.
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etc.Venues County Hall
Nestled on the banks of the River Thames, with breathtaking views of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, etc.venues County Hall offers an inspiring setting for CxO Institute London. This historic yet modern venue blends classic architecture with contemporary facilities, providing an exceptional space for IT leaders to engage in thought-provoking discussions, exchange strategic insights, and build valuable connections.
Designed to foster collaboration and innovation, County Hall features state-of-the-art technology, premium meeting spaces, and seamless accessibility in the heart of London. With its unique blend of heritage and modern sophistication, it creates the ideal environment for high-level executive networking, ensuring an experience that is both engaging and impactful.
An Exclusive Venue for the Top Leaders in IT
Carefully selected to match the prestige of its attendees, this venue offers a refined and high-impact environment designed for IT leaders, innovators, and decision-makers.
Seamless Accessibility with VIP Transport
Enjoy a hassle-free arrival with private car transfers, valet services, and priority access, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience from start to finish.
A Sophisticated Setting for Strategic Discussions
With dedicated spaces for networking and discussions, the venue fosters valuable connections and strategic conversations in an exclusive setting.
VIP Car Service
Arrive in style with our chauffeured executive transport, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free journey. With priority access and reserved drop-off, you’ll experience the ultimate convenience from door to venue.
Luxury Hospitality & Dining
Indulge in chef-curated meals, premium refreshments, and exquisite catering throughout the event. Our carefully selected menu ensures a world-class dining experience, perfect for refined networking in a relaxed, elegant atmosphere.
Dedicated Concierge & Support
Enjoy a personalised service experience, with our dedicated concierge team assisting with event details, special requests, and VIP accommodations to ensure a smooth and productive visit.
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