Build your trusted circle of C-Level peers

Leadership can be isolating at the C-Level. No one else within your organization truly understands the complexities you face. Gartner C-Level Communities are designed to bridge that gap, bringing together executives who know firsthand the demands of your role.

In the Florida CISO Community, you will connect with peers who are willing to share their experiences, discuss practical solutions and collaborate on emerging challenges. By joining your local community, you will gain fresh ideas and perspectives, a trusted network of peers and the support you need to lead confidently in a rapidly changing environment.

Join your local community for exclusive access to:

Peer Connections
  • Catch up with familiar faces and build new relationships with colleagues in your community
  • Strengthen your trusted professional network with peers who understand your challenges
  • Establish a circle of peers you can call on for real-time guidance and ongoing support​
Peer Perspectives
  • Engage in candid, in‑depth discussions to address your most pressing priorities
  • Learn firsthand, practical approaches from peers navigating similar challenges
  • Validate your strategies through real-world peer experiences
Gartner Insights
  • Gain data-driven insights and field-tested best practices from Gartner analysts
  • Explore forward-looking strategies on critical issues affecting your role
  • Leverage Gartner insights and Executive Partner expertise to enrich peer conversations

Florida CISO Governing Body

A regional Governing Body leads the Florida CISO community, shaping the topics and agendas for your local programs and ensuring that all content is driven By CISOs, For CISOs®.

Governing Body Co-Chairs

Victor Campos

JM Family Enterprises
CISO

Juan Gomez-Sanchez

McLane Company
VP, Cyber Resilience

Rich Latayan

AAA, Inc.
CISO

Marcos Marrero

H.I.G. Capital
CISO

Eduardo Ortiz-Romeu

Techtronic Industries
VP, Global Head of Cybersecurity

Justin Zimmerman

Giant Eagle
VP, CISO

Governing Body Members

Temi Adebambo

XBOX
CISO

Jenn Aguinaga

Sandals Resorts
CISO

Juan Alejo

RLI
AVP, CISO

Johann Balaguer

Hard Rock International
Global CISO

Jim Betzhold

South Florida Water Management District
CISO

Max Boedder

The Mosaic Company
Sr. Director, IT Cybersecurity and Technical Services

Michael Calderin

Barnes Aerospace
CISO

Erika Carrara

NextEra Energy
VP, Chief Information Security & Infrastructure Officer

Dr. Domingo Castillo

Miami Dade College
Chief Information Security Officer

Mike Cena

A+E Global Media
Vice President, Head of Cyber Security

Brett Conlon

American Century Investments
CISO

Carlos De La Uz

Tropical Financial Credit Union
Information Security Officer - CISO

Joe Ellis

Ryder System
VP & CISO

Casper Eloff

The Mosaic Company
Head of Corporate Security

Adam Fletcher

Blackstone Group
Senior Managing Director & Chief Security Officer

Brian Fricke

AutoNation
CISO

JR Garcia

Fresh Del Monte
Global IT Director, Infrastructure and Security

Chris Gay

Acosta
SVP & CISO

Kevin Green

Terracon
Chief Information Security Officer

Eric Hargrave

Kleinfelder
CISO / Vice President of Security

Ryan Hay

SBA Communications
Sr. Director, Global IT Security and Compliance

Scott Hennon

Cetera Financial Group
CISO

Edison Humphries

MasTec
VP & CISO

Chris Knauer

Foundever
SVP, Global CISO

V.Jay LaRosa

Cisco Meraki
CISO

Louis Lerman

Pediatrix Medical Group
VP & CISO

Charles Lybrand

Sport Clips
CISO

Margarita Rivera

Carnival Corporation
Global CISO

Brian Roberts

Ledcor
Sr. Director of Security, CISO

Cesar Suarez

Worley
SVP Digital Architecture & CISO

Ray Usler

The School District of Palm Beach County
Director of IT Security

Ryan Winn

AdventHealth
CISO

Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CISOs today.

  1. Accelerate Exposure Management To Defend At Machine Speed
  2. Unify AI Risk Into Existing Cyber Governance Practices
  3. Optimize Cybersecurity Portfolios Through Outcome-Driven Investment Strategies

Upcoming Programs

In-Person

November 10, 2026 | 1 day

Florida CISO Community Executive Summit

Le Méridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport

Connect with CIO peers at this one-day event focused on practical solutions to top challenges.

In-Person

February 2027 | an evening

Florida CISO Community Inner Circle

Join fellow CIOs for dinner, discussion, and networking in a relaxed, collaborative environment.

In-Person

May 6, 2027 | 1 day

Florida CISO Community Executive Summit

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Coral Springs Hotel & Convention Center

Connect with CIO peers at this one-day event focused on practical solutions to top challenges.

In-Person

November 9, 2027 | 1 day

Florida CISO Community Executive Summit

Le Méridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport

Connect with CIO peers at this one-day event focused on practical solutions to top challenges.



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