Programs
Participate in year-round gatherings with your local peer group featuring unparalleled opportunities for collaboration, in-depth discussions and networking.
CIO Communities
The most powerful CIO network
With 34 communities across the globe, serving over 3,600 CIOs, Gartner C-level Communities are powerful networks of technology executives, bringing together CIOs from diverse experiences, backgrounds and industries. Through peer sharing and collaboration, CIOs from the world's leading organizations drive innovative ideas, exchange best practices and forward-looking perspectives, and address critical issues at the forefront of technology today.
Each community is organized by region and led by C-level practitioners offering members regular access to the expertise of peers.
Join your local community for exclusive access to:
CIOs in the community
Allan Cockriel
ASML
Group Chief Information & Data Officer
Nathan Frank
Aetna
SVP, Chief Digital & Technology Officer
Rich Hook
Penske
EVP & CIO
JP Iversen
Electrolux
Group CIO
Anita Klopfenstein
Little Caesars
CIO
Pragati Mathur
ConocoPhillips
Chief Digital & Information Officer
Gülnaz Önes
RWE
Group CIO
Tracy Schaefer
Conagra Brands
SVP & CIO
Loren Somerville
The Lottery Corporation
CIO
Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CIOs today.
Lead Strategic Technology Alignment to Establish an AI Operating Model
Manage Costs Strategically to Maximize Business Value
Elevate Cybersecurity as a Core Driver of Business Value, Resilience and Growth
Programs
In-Person
Executive Summit
Gain new connections and actionable insights from C-level peers at this one-day program.
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View what to expect.
What to expect at an Executive Summit:
- Keynotes from practitioners and thought leaders
- Peer-led, interactive discussions
- Networking in one-on-one Peer-to-Peer Meetings
- In-person program in your area
In-Person
Inner Circle
Connect with other CIOs and discuss timely topics over dinner in a private setting.
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View what to expect.
What to expect at an Inner Circle:
- Facilitated discussions on key topics
- Networking over dinner and drinks
- Peer-led, in-person program in an evening
Virtual
Town Hall
Participate in an interactive, peer-led discussion on current priorities for CIOs.
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View what to expect.
What to expect at a Town Hall:
- Informal, breakout group discussion
- Share insights and learn from peers
- One-hour, virtual discussion
Apply to join
Already a Member? Sign InEach application is carefully vetted to ensure members meet established criteria, preserving the quality of the network and enabling meaningful, peer‑level discussions among leaders from the world’s leading organizations.
Once you submit your application, a Community Program Manager will schedule a conversation to understand your priorities and interests and complete onboarding, including access to year‑round community events.
Explore insights from your CIO peers
Infographic | March 5, 2026
Infographic | March 5, 2026
2026 CIO Leadership Perspectives
In 2026, CIOs are navigating a complex environment and balancing shifting priorities as they drive AI, data, digital transformation, and risk management initiatives. In our annual Leadership Perspective Survey of community members, here is what nearly 1,000 CIOs report as their top priorities and challenges for 2026.
View ResultsBlog | April 6, 2026
Blog | April 6, 2026
The Business Impact of Participating in Gartner C-level Communities
Stuart Hughes, Chief Digital Officer of Kerry Group and one of the first executives to join the UK and Ireland CIO Community, has long recognized the value of connecting with peers to drive business impact. Here, Stuart shares how he has gained practical insights at Executive Summits that have directly influenced his day-to-day work and impacted his organization.
View PostPeer Practices | April 19, 2026
Peer Practices | April 19, 2026
How Eastern Health’s CIO is Leading Responsible AI Adoption
Given that operationalizing AI is a top priority for CIOs 2026, Suma Shivalingaiah, CIO at Eastern Health shares her approach for implementing AI solutions, developing practical use cases, and guiding CIO peers through rapid technological change.
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