EVENT
The CXO Summit
7 October - 8 October 2026
CONVENE 155 BISHOPSGATE, LONDON
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Panel Discussion
The Leadership & Strategy Summit: sponsored by Alexander Group
Oct 7, 2026 | 09:30 - 10:15 (BST)
The ThinkTank
Speakers
Mike Burnett
Partner, Alexander Group
Dr Shaady Harrison
A&E Doctor & Executive Advisor, Dr Shaady Harrison
Kate Adams
Non-Executive Director, ParalympicsGB
Jess Cruse
CEO & Founder, Voxa
The Leadership & Strategy Summit explores how executive leaders are redefining organisational direction in an era of disruption, digital transformation and shifting stakeholder expectations. This panel examines strategic decision making, culture alignment, performance acceleration and long term value creation. Attendees will gain practical insight into building resilient leadership teams, sharpening competitive advantage and translating strategy into measurable enterprise outcomes.
Panel Discussion
The Future of AI in Marketing
Oct 7, 2026 | 10:45 - 11:30 (BST)
The ThinkTank
Speakers
Ashley Gatehouse
Chief Marketing Officer, Accenture Edge, Accenture
Jasper Martens
Chief Marketing Officer, PensionBee
Bo Hellberg
Chief Marketing Officer, String Furniture
Viola De Girolami
Founder, Keynote Speaker & Team Facilitator | Ex-Warner Bros. & McDonald’s, Viola DG
Artificial intelligence is transforming marketing across enterprise organisations, from predictive analytics and advanced segmentation to content generation and performance optimisation. This panel explores how leaders are implementing AI responsibly to accelerate growth, enhance customer experience and improve operational efficiency. Attendees will learn how to integrate AI across the marketing function, manage governance and risk, balance automation with brand integrity, and measure tangible return on investment while preparing their teams for an AI driven future.
Panel Discussion
The CHRO Summit
Oct 7, 2026 | 12:20 - 13:00 (BST)
The ThinkTank
Speakers
Sharee Campbell
Chief People Officer, Fresha
Sally Talbot
Senior Client Partner, Global CHRO Practice, Korn Ferry
Jane Gibbon
Chief Human Resources Officer, London Business School
This flagship panel brings together leading Chief HR Officers to explore the evolving role of HR in driving business performance, workforce transformation and organisational resilience. Discussions will cover strategic workforce planning, leadership capability, culture, governance and measurable impact. Attendees will gain practical insight into how peers are aligning people strategy with enterprise growth in an increasingly complex global environment.
Panel Discussion
Financing a Sustainable Future
Oct 7, 2026 | 14:15 - 15:00 (BST)
The ThinkTank
Speakers
James Murnieks
Chief Financial Officer UK&I, Siemens
Enrique Patrickson
Chief Financial Officer, Hexagon AB
Nicky O'Malley
CEO, 30x30 UK
This panel explores how finance leaders can accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient economy while protecting enterprise value. Experts examine sustainable finance strategies, ESG reporting, green investment, regulatory developments and capital allocation. Attendees will learn how to fund decarbonisation, embed sustainability into financial planning, manage climate risk and unlock long term value creation.
Panel Discussion
The CEO Summit
Oct 7, 2026 | 15:30 - 16:15 (BST)
The ThinkTank
Speakers
Jamie Anderson
CEO, Parliamentary Knowledge Foundation, House of Commons
Oluwole Fagbohun
CEO, Plotweaver
Livia Bernardini
CEO, The Intuitive Advantage
Andy Haley
Chief Executive Officer, Sullivan & Stanley
The CEO Summit brings together chief executives to discuss the realities of leading complex organisations in volatile markets. The conversation focuses on growth strategy, innovation at scale, governance, stakeholder trust and sustainable profitability. Attendees will learn how leading CEOs are balancing short term performance with long term transformation, strengthening organisational agility and driving enterprise wide impact.
Panel Discussion
The CFO Summit
Oct 8, 2026 | 09:30 - 10:15 (BST)
The ThinkTank
Speakers
Nauman Mian
Chief Financial Officer, Bayt.com
Sandeep Dama
Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer, Redsand
Louis Gargour
Chief Investment Officer, Market Securities Wealth
This flagship discussion addresses the evolving role of the Chief Financial Officer in driving performance, governance and transformation. Panellists explore capital strategy, digital finance, risk management, compliance and leadership in uncertain markets. Attendees will learn how to strengthen financial resilience, support enterprise growth, harness data for insight and lead with confidence in a rapidly changing environment.
Panel Discussion
The AI-Ready Workforce: sponsored by HiBob
Oct 8, 2026 | 10:45 - 11:30 (BST)
The ThinkTank
Speakers
Laura Fink
People & Culture Director, HiBob
Lisette Danesi
Global Chief People Officer, Corporate Functions, WPP
Luke Barrett
Global Head of Talent Experience, Canonical
Livia Bernardini
CEO, The Intuitive Advantage
As artificial intelligence reshapes enterprise operations, HR leaders must build an AI-ready workforce. This session examines AI strategy, workforce planning, skills development, responsible adoption and change management. Panellists will share real-world case studies on integrating AI into people processes while maintaining trust and compliance. Attendees will learn how to futureproof talent strategy and enable sustainable, human-centred digital transformation.
Panel Discussion
The CMO Summit
Oct 8, 2026 | 12:15 - 13:00 (BST)
The ThinkTank
Speakers
Adam Boita
Chief Marketing Officer, Ecologi
Bridget Kendrick
Chief Marketing Officer, Global Head of Marketing, CRU Group
As economic pressures, digital acceleration and stakeholder scrutiny intensify, the role of the CMO continues to expand in scope and influence. This panel brings together senior leaders to examine strategic priorities, cross functional alignment and marketing’s impact on commercial performance. Attendees will gain insight into demonstrating measurable value at board level, strengthening collaboration across the C suite, building resilient brands and developing the leadership capabilities required to drive sustainable growth.
Panel Discussion
The Future of People & Skills
Oct 8, 2026 | 14:15 - 15:00 (BST)
The ThinkTank
Speakers
Harry Abrams
Partner, Shoosmiths
Tom Simons
Chief HR and OD Officer, NHS England
Charlie Taylor
CEO & Founder, Thrive
Colonel Philip Gill
Assistant Head Workforce Plans, UK Ministry of Defence
Workforce expectations, emerging technologies and evolving business models are redefining skills and capability. This panel explores skills-based organisations, internal mobility, workforce analytics and learning innovation. Leaders will discuss how to close critical skills gaps and build agile talent ecosystems. Attendees will gain actionable strategies to develop future-ready capabilities and create a resilient, high-performing organisation.
