Programs
Participate in year-round gatherings with your local peer group featuring unparalleled opportunities for collaboration, in-depth discussions and networking.
CISO Communities
The most powerful CISO network
With 34 communities across the globe, serving over 3,600 CISOs, Gartner C-level Communities are powerful networks of security executives, bringing together CISOs from diverse experiences, backgrounds and industries. Through peer sharing and collaboration, CISOs from the world’s leading organizations drive innovative ideas, exchange best practices and forward-looking perspectives, and address critical issues at the forefront of security 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:
CISOs in the community
Laurent Amsel
ENGIE
Global CISO
Derek Benz
The Coca-Cola Company
SVP & CISO
Tim Callahan
Aflac
SVP, CIO & Global CISO
Nicolas Gomez
Volvo Group
CISO
Andy Kirkland
The Walt Disney Company
Global CISO
Marina Marceta
Heineken
Global CISO
Mary Rose Martinez
Marathon Petroleum
Chief Information Security Officer & VP of Infrastructure
Helen Rabe
BBC
CISO
Margarita Rivera
Carnival Corporation
Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Morgan Storey
Sonic Healthcare
CISO
Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CISOs today.
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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 CISOs 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 CISOs.
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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
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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 CISO peers
Infographic | March 5, 2026
Infographic | March 5, 2026
2026 CISO Leadership Perspectives
In 2026, CISOs are confronting a landscape marked by unprecedented complexity and heightened risk. In our proprietary Leadership Perspective Survey of community members, more than 1,000 CISOs shared their top priorities and challenges for the year – here is what they reported.
View ResultsTown Hall Insights | March 18, 2026
Town Hall Insights | March 18, 2026
Building Resilience – Empowering Cybersecurity Success in 2026
CISOs in our DACH Community gathered recently for a Town Hall discussion on the topic of cyber resilience – from defining it to adapting strategies for it. Here are four highlights from their discussion on ensuring business continuity even amid disruptions.
Read ArticleTown Hall Insights | March 9, 2026
Town Hall Insights | March 9, 2026
Defending Against Deepfakes with Identity-First Security
Deepfake technology is now a frontline threat, enabling impersonation attacks that can bypass traditional defenses. CISOs in our Dallas Community gathered recently for a Town Hall to discuss the growing challenge of deepfakes and their impact on identity and trust – these are the highlights from their discussion.
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