The CISO Chapter UK
St George's Park , Burton Upon Trent

A bit about our summit
What we're known for
Industry Analysis
Glean the knowledge of your peers to shape your organisation's future
Peer-Led
Workshops, Fireside Chats & Keynote Addresses
1 on 1 Meetings
Strategic BANT-qualified meetings based on project alignment
Custom Agenda
Be in control of your own agenda. Maximise your experience.
The Technology Chapter
Audience
We BANT qualify all executives pre-event to identify their current projects, challenges and investment priorities. This results in hyper qualified and project led 1 on 1 meetings with executives and solution partners onsite, which in turn leads to tangible partnership opportunities.

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70+Senior Executives
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12Solution Partners
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6:1Executive to Solution Partner Ratio
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54%C-Suite Executives
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46%SVP, VP, Director & Heads of
Agenda
Day 1
Welcome Drinks Reception
Kickstart your summit experience and meet new peers with drinks and canapés
Gala Dinner
Enjoy a 3 course silver service dinner in the ballroom and hear from some special guest speakers
Drinks & Networking
Continue conversations and building relationships at the bar
Day 2
Breakfast
Fuel up for a full day of networking, experiences and content
Welcome Address
Welcome Address
Welcome Address by our Master of Ceremonies
Opening Keynote with Q&A
Hear from our Platinum Sponsor
The Future of TPRM: Agentic AI, Faster Decisions, Smarter Risk
Third-party risk programs are under pressure to move faster without compromising security. In this forward-looking session, we’ll explore how Agentic AI is set to transform TPRM - from automating assessments and triage to enabling real-time, risk-informed decisions. Join us for practical insights into streamlining vendor reviews, reducing friction, and building trust through intelligent automation.
Key Takeaways:
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Learn how agentic AI can automate vendor assessments and risk triage, accelerating third-party risk management without sacrificing accuracy.
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Discover strategies for enabling real-time, risk-informed decision-making that improves both security outcomes and business agility.
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Understand how intelligent automation can streamline reviews, reduce operational friction, and strengthen trust with stakeholders and vendors.

Adaptive Security Architectures for the AI-Driven Enterprise
As AI transforms every corner of the enterprise, security architectures must evolve to keep pace. This session explores how to move beyond static Zero Trust models towards adaptive, intelligence-driven frameworks that respond dynamically to context, user behaviour, and emerging threats.
Key Takeaways:
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Learn how to design adaptive architectures that integrate AI-powered analytics for real-time decision-making.
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Discover governance approaches that maintain agility without compromising control.
Strategic, predetermined and agreed meetings based on project alignment with executives and solution partners.
Networking Break
Building a Security-First Culture: Effective Security Awareness and Training
Technology can only go so far—people remain a critical line of defence. This session looks at how to embed security-first thinking across your organisation, designing training that is engaging, role-specific, and aligned to real-world threats.
Key Takeaways:
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Discover proven methods for shifting employee behaviour from compliance to active risk reduction.
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Learn how to measure and improve the effectiveness of security awareness programmes.

Countering the AI-Powered Adversary: Defending Against Automated Threat Campaigns
Attackers are increasingly using AI to scale, personalise, and automate cyberattacks. From deepfake-enabled social engineering to AI-driven malware, the threat landscape is shifting fast. We’ll explore the tools, tactics, and intelligence needed to defend against this new class of adversary.
Key Takeaways:
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Identify the latest AI-powered attack vectors and their potential impact on enterprise security.
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Gain actionable defence strategies, from detection to proactive disruption of automated threats.
Strategic, predetermined and agreed meetings based on project alignment with executives and solution partners.
Collaboration Session
Step away from passive listening and into active problem-solving. In this highly interactive session, you’ll work alongside your peers to explore some of the most pressing challenges and exciting opportunities facing your role today. Share experiences, exchange fresh perspectives, and leave with practical ideas you can take back to your organisation.
Partner Demo
Discover innovative solutions in action. Our partners will showcase their latest tools, technologies, and strategies designed to address real-world challenges and unlock new opportunities. This is your chance to see the possibilities first-hand, ask questions, and explore how these solutions could drive results for your organisation.
Strategic, predetermined and agreed meetings based on project alignment with executives and solution partners.
Proactive Defence: Leveraging Threat Intelligence and Predictive Analytics
Static threat feeds are no longer enough. This session focuses on blending advanced threat intelligence with predictive analytics to anticipate and neutralise threats before they strike.
Key Takeaways:
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Learn how to integrate predictive capabilities into your threat intelligence programme.
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Identify use cases where AI-enhanced threat modelling drives measurable risk reduction.
AI-Augmented Security Operations: Accelerating Detection, Response, and Recovery
Security operations centres are evolving fast. We’ll explore how AI is transforming the SOC—enabling faster detection, automated triage, and improved recovery without sacrificing human oversight.
Key Takeaways:
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Explore real-world examples of AI integration into SOC workflows for maximum impact.
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Understand the balance between automation and human decision-making in critical incidents.

Strategic, predetermined and agreed meetings based on project alignment with executives and solution partners.
Lunch
Mastering Data Privacy and Compliance: Strategies for Securing Sensitive Data
With regulations tightening and data volumes growing, privacy is a moving target. This session covers the strategies and tools CISOs need to ensure sensitive data remains protected while meeting evolving compliance obligations.
Key Takeaways:
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Learn how to operationalise privacy across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
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Gain insights into emerging regulatory trends and their security implications.
Strengthening Access Control: Best Practices in Identity and Access Management (IAM)
IAM remains one of the most critical components of any security strategy. We’ll share best practices for streamlining access control, reducing privilege sprawl, and securing identities in an increasingly decentralised workforce.
Key Takeaways:
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Understand the latest approaches to identity governance and privileged access management.
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Learn how to implement adaptive access policies that reduce risk without impacting productivity.
Strategic, predetermined and agreed meetings based on project alignment with executives and solution partners.
Collaboration Session
Step away from passive listening and into active problem-solving. In this highly interactive session, you’ll work alongside your peers to explore some of the most pressing challenges and exciting opportunities facing your role today. Share experiences, exchange fresh perspectives, and leave with practical ideas you can take back to your organisation.
Partner Demo
Discover innovative solutions in action. Our partners will showcase their latest tools, technologies, and strategies designed to address real-world challenges and unlock new opportunities. This is your chance to see the possibilities first-hand, ask questions, and explore how these solutions could drive results for your organisation.
Strategic, predetermined and agreed meetings based on project alignment with executives and solution partners.
Keynote
Networking Break
Panel Discussion
"Balancing Innovation and Risk: Building Resilient Security Strategies in a Complex Threat Landscape"
This panel brings together leading CISOs and cybersecurity experts to discuss the delicate balance between driving innovation and maintaining robust security. As organisations adopt cutting-edge technologies like AI, IoT, and cloud computing, they face an ever-expanding attack surface. Panelists will share insights on how to align security initiatives with business goals, ensure compliance, and build a culture of security at every level of the organisation. Topics include emerging threats, regulatory challenges, and the role of collaboration in building resilient and adaptive security strategies.
Drink & Nibbles
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