AGENDA.
Booth Open & Registration | Photo Booth Networking
Welcome desk opens for attendee registration
Networking opportunities with industry peers and solution providers
Dedicated photo booth for CIOs and partners to capture memorable moments.
Welcome Keynote: Aga Khan University
Dr. Sulaiman Shahabuddin | President of Aga Khan University, will open the event with a keynote address.
Dr Sulaiman Shahabuddin
Welcome Keynote: Lord Homes
Lord Holmes | Member UK House of Lords
Lord Holmes
Panel discussion 1 : Females in Tech
Discussion points:
1. Breaking Barriers: Overcoming Gender Bias in Tech Workplaces
2. The Role of Mentorship and Sponsorship in Advancing Women in Tech
3. Women Shaping the Future of AI
4. Bridging the Skills Gap: Empowering the Next Generation of Female Tech Leaders
Moderator:
Georgina Owens | Chief Technologist
Panelist:
Grace Tattersall | Partner, Technology and Digital Practice | Anderson Quigley
Tracey Jessup | Chief Transformation Officer | De Montfort University
Natalie Schofield | Head of CDIO Programmes for the West Yorkshire ICB
Georgina Owens
Grace Tattersall
Tracey Jessup
Natalie Schofield
World CIO 200 - GEC Media
Kickstarting the UK Edition 2025, Aditya Kaushik from Global CIO Forum
will set the stage with a brief overview of the World CIO 200 journey and what to expect in this exciting edition.
Aditya Kaushik | Global CIO Forum
Aditya Kaushik
Panel discussion 2 : CIOs as Business Growth Drivers: From Tech Leaders to Strategic Visionaries
Discussion points:
1. Redefining the CIO Role: From IT Operations to Strategic Business Partner
2. Leveraging AI for Competitive Advantage
3. Driving Cross-Functional Digital Transformation
4. AI and Automation in Decision-Making and Innovation
Moderator:
Saif Mohammad | UK Country Ambassador | Global CIO Forum
Panelists:
Lorna Allan | Chief Digital and Information Officer | Northern Care
Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Andrew Raynes | CIO | Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Dean Garvey-North | CIO - Director of Technology and Transformation | Affinity Water
Ilham Ismail | Head of IT & Data | CISO | Karibu Community Homes
Saif Mohammad
Lorna Allan
Andrew Raynes
Dean Garvey-North
Ilham Ismail
Coffee Break & Networking
Refreshments and light snacks served
Opportunity to network with fellow CIOs and industry leaders
Sponsor showcase or tech demo (Booth Visit)
VIP Keynote Speaker | Guest of Honor Address | Executive Burnout | Fireside Chat
A thought leadership keynote by an esteemed industry figure
Mark Bramwell | CDIO | Said Business School, University of Oxford
Dom Hilleard | Co-Founder - Innovative IT, Digital, Leadership Recruitment Search | Talent Leaders
Mark Bramwell
Dominic Hilleard
Panel Discussion 3: Digital Workspaces in the Age of AI: Disrupt or Be Disrupted
Discussion points:
1. AI-Driven Productivity: Enhancing Collaboration and Efficiency
2. Reimagining the Employee Experience in a Hybrid-AI Environment
3. Security, Privacy, and Ethics in AI-Powered Workspaces
4. The Urgency of Cultural and Skillset Adaptation
Moderator:
Giles Lindsay | Chief Information Technology Officer | Lif3away Inc.
Panelists:
Shaukat Ali Khan | Executive Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) | NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board
Rajesh Jethwa | Chief Technology Officer | Digiterre
Mivy James | Chief Technology Officer | UK Ministry of Defence
George Patsis | CEO | Obrela
Giles Lindsay
Shaukat Ali Khan
Rajesh Jethwa
Mivy James
George Patsis
Panel Discussion 4: Empowering the Next Generation of CIOs: Strategies for Future-Ready Leadership
Discussion points:
1. How do you see the role of CIOs evolving from your own unique perspectives? How should they change? (in the digital age)
2. What do you see as essential skills and leadership qualities for future CIOs?
3. Can you discuss the role of mentorship, networking, and executive training programs for future CIO's from your perspective?
Moderator:
Paul Smith | Chief Information Officer | Amnesty International
Panelists:
Julie Bailey | Director of Corporate Engagement | BCS
Dr. Vivek Jadhav | Head Of Technology
Gary McAllister | CTO | Dell Technologies
Pooja Bagga | CIO | Guardian Media Group
Paul Smith
Julie Bailey
Dr. Vivek Jadhav
Gary McAllister
Pooja Bagga
CIO 200 Awards
Recognizing and celebrating outstanding CIOs for their contributions to the Organization
Awards presented in 4 categories (Next-Gen | Leader | Master | Legend)
Photo for award winners
Closing By Ambassadors
Concluding remarks from the Country Ambassadors
Key takeaways and reflections from the event
Saif Mohammad | Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO) | Diligencia Group
Shaukat Ali Khan | Executive Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) | NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board
Paul Smith | Chief Information Officer | Amnesty International
Giles Lindsay | Chief Information Technology Officer | Lif3away Inc.
Saif Mohammad
Shaukat Ali Khan
Paul Smith
Giles Lindsay
Canopes & Networking
An elegant dinner experience
