Global CISO Community
Executive Summit
September 28-30, 2026 | Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
September 28-30, 2026
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Collaborate with your global peers
Get together with other CISOs who lead global operations at this exclusive, three-day summit to exchange ideas and validate strategies unique to large, complex organizations. Engage in candid discussions, dive deep into critical issues and validate strategies with other enterprise heads of security on the challenges unique to large, complex organizations. Executives are assured a level of information exchange and interaction with true, global peers beyond a regional community on discussion topics driven by Global CISOs, for Global CISOs.
Connect with true peers who lead their function globally and have similar opportunities and challenges, gain new perspectives and share experiences unique to the global nature of your role, and participate in discussions and sessions geared specifically toward global security leaders.
Leading international organizations by balancing tactical cyber defenses with strategic innovation
Strengthening relationships to position cybersecurity as a core factor in global business decisions
Navigating access management and compliance in complex ecosystems of a fragmented regulatory world
Global CISO Governing Body
The Governing Body Co-Chairs shape the summit agenda, ensuring that all content is driven By CISOs, For CISOs®.
Governing Body Co-Chairs

Derek Anthony
bp
CISO & SVP, Digital Security

Derek Benz
The Coca-Cola Company
SVP & CISO

Tim Callahan
Aflac
SVP & Global CISO

Andy Kirkland
The Walt Disney Company
Global CISO

Marc Varner
Lowe's Companies
Global CISO

Juan Gomez-Sanchez
McLane Company
VP, Cyber Resilience

Marcos Marrero
H.I.G. Capital
Chief Information Security Officer
What to Expect
Agenda
6:45am - 3:00pm Social Experience
Golf at Monarch Beach Golf Links
Hosted by Cyera
Monarch Beach Golf Links, designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., is one of Southern California’s premier oceanfront golf courses, offering breathtaking Pacific views from every hole. This par-70 championship layout uniquely combines natural beauty with a variety of challenges, creating an unforgettable golf experience along the dramatic Orange County coastline. Some CISOs have told us it's their favorite course of all time!
7:00am - 3:00pm Social Experience
Bait, Line & Switch Fishing Excursion
Enjoy a relaxing private fishing charter from Dana Point Harbor along the scenic Southern California coast, known for its world-class gamefish like sea bass, halibut, and bonito. With expert guidance from a captain and deckhand, anglers can unwind and focus on the catch.
9:00am - 12:00pm Social Experience
A Taste of San Capistrano
Hosted by Kai
Explore the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano, founded in 1776, with a self-guided audio tour of its iconic Serra Chapel, Spanish-era remnants, and beautiful courtyards. The afternoon concludes with wine tasting and lunch at Rancho Capistrano Winery, celebrating the Mission’s legacy as the birthplace of California wine.
9:30am - 1:00pm Social Experience
Sail with the Whales
Hosted by ControlMonkey
Sail aboard the Manute’a for an unforgettable experience alongside dolphin pods and majestic Gray and Blue whales off the California coast. Get close to four dolphin species, enjoy exclusive underwater viewing and hydrophones, and relax with lunch and ocean breezes on this unique catamaran adventure.
Apply to Participate
Apply to participate in the Global CISO Community Executive Summit.
Gartner facilitates exclusive, C-level communities by personally qualifying and understanding the priorities, challenges and interests of each member.
Our selective approach maintains the high quality of the network and ensures top-level discussions with peers from the world’s leading organizations.
Each application will be reviewed, and once your participation is confirmed, you will have access to year-round community programs.
Location
Venue & Accommodation
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & ClubWaldorf Astoria Monarch Beach:
Room Block Information:
Discounted nightly rate of $495 + taxes and fees.
Regardless of the venue policy, any cancellations made after September 4th (cutoff date) are subject to a cancellation fee of one (1) night room charge plus tax
Parking Information:
$50/Overnight Valet
$25/Daily Event Valet Parking
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club at a reduced conference rate. Reservations should be made online or by calling +1 (949)-234-3200. Please mention Gartner C-level Communities Global CISO & CIO Executive Summit to ensure the appropriate room rate.
Deadline to book using the discounted room rate of $495 USD (plus tax) is September 4, 2026.
Community Program Manager
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