Turning cyber risk into boardroom strategy in the age of AI

The CIO role has become more strategic and cybersecurity-focused while building next-gen IT infrastructure in an AI-world. The central challenge is how technology leaders bridge the gap between technical complexity and the boardroom's strategic business objectives, especially when navigating talent shortages, infrastructure complexity, and the advent of AI. 

Leaders must learn the language of business, translating cyber risk into clear, strategic insights aligned with the board’s priorities.

This closed-door roundtable brings CIOs and CISOs from India's leading enterprises and senior leaders from NopalCyber to discuss the evolving role of C-suite executives in shaping the cybersecurity roadmap. 

Delegates will share best practices on aligning security strategies directly with the board’s business objectives.

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Important – attendance criteria:This event is specifically designed for senior IT professionals (Head/Director level or above) from large companies (500+ employees) along with senior representatives from our event partners. Professionals who fall outside these criteria — including those from technology vendors, media, marketing, or consulting firms — are not eligible to attend and may have their registrations declined.

Benefits of attending:

  • Translate cyber risk into strategic business priorities for the board.
  • Master board engagement to align security with business objectives.
  • Benchmark effective security roadmaps with leading enterprises.
  • Address AI complexity and talent gaps in next-gen IT.
  • Network with senior CIOs and CISOs from India's top companies. 

Hosts and guest contributors:

Manish Kalra

Country Head
NopalCyber

Pooja Bansal

Senior Director – Client Solutions
NopalCyber

Yogesh Gupta

Editorial Director – Events, India & META
Foundry (Moderator)

Agenda at a Glance:

  • 5:30 PM: Registration & Networking
  • 6:30 PM: Welcome Keynote – Yogesh Gupta
  • 6:45 PM: Brief Introduction by CIO panelists
  • 6:50 PM: Expert Session - Manish Kalra, NopalCyber
  • 7:05 PM: Roundtable Discussion
  • 7:50 PM: Audience Q & A, Closing Remarks
  • 8:00 PM: Networking Dinner & Cocktails

Event location:

 

Pullman Hotel, Aerocity, Delhi

Pullman Hotel
Aerocity, IGI Airport
Delhi, 110037
India