St. Louis CIO Executive Summit

Change is inevitable. The one constant in the midst of all the change, stress, and uncertainty we face at work and in life is us. Leaders with a strong sense of emotional intelligence (EQ), a willingness to be courageous and vulnerable, and the capacity to inspire others in a genuine way, have a distinct advantage in keeping their teams engaged and motivated in any circumstances.

In this keynote, author and thought leader Mike Robbins will share practical tips for:

• Learning to be transparent in a way that’s both liberating and inspiring
• Connecting at a deeper level with your teams and building real trust
• Dealing effectively with change and uncertainty — and thriving in the process

AI adoption is increasingly used to remain competitive, release innovative products and services, better meet customer expectations, and drive growth. But how do CIOs tackle this effectively?

Join this discussion to explore: 

• Using data and AI to drive a culture of innovation and increase efficiency
• Implementing generative AI for real business impact and value
• Balancing data and AI governance with existing IT and security regulations

Measuring and communicating security risk is integral to reducing an organization's vulnerability to attack. To better inform the broader business, sourcing data that provides a comprehensive view of risk level and security posture is key.

Join this boardroom to discuss:

• Translating the ‘what’ ‘why’ and ‘how’ of your cybersecurity strategy to non-IT-focused teams
• Linking risk measurement with technical metrics to influence company decision-making
• Taking a data-driven approach to prioritization based on the current threat landscape

As organizations race to innovate and create efficiencies, establishing a secure data governance and protection program is paramount. Security leaders must ensure their data framework offers lifecycle protection while enabling the business. 

Join this session to discuss:

• Aligning security objectives with data governance principles
• Ensuring availability, integrity and confidentiality of data 
• Complying with data-focused regulations while creating value

Information Technology has the potential to transform from an order taker to a crucial business driver. Brian Hofmeister, CIO at BellRing Brands, will share how he integrated a cross-departmental strategy to aid the business in identifying and solving problems.

Join this interactive session to discuss:

• Positioning IT as a true business ally
• Reducing technology sprawl and shadow IT for better security
• Collaborating to effectively prioritize the needs of the business