Inside the boardroom, the power moves you don’t see. The CXO Secrets Podcast dives into the minds of global CXOs as they share how they lead, innovate and make decisions in a business landscape transformed by technology.
Inside the boardroom, the power moves you don’t see. The CXO Secrets Podcast dives into the minds of global CXOs as they share how they lead, innovate and make decisions in a business landscape transformed by technology.
Episodes that captured the most attention across our global audience.
The CXO Secrets Podcast takes you inside the conversations shaping the future of the world’s most influential enterprises. Senior leaders driving global strategy, culture and technology reveal the pressures and decisions behind their most defining moments. These are the voices guiding billion-pound transformations and building the technological foundations that will shape industries for decades.
S3 E11
Building Bridges, Not Buzzwords: Scaling Trust in the Age of AI
Dan Van Tran
CTO
Collectors
AI isn’t just about speed or automation anymore – it’s about knowing when technology should lead, and when humans must stay in control. For today’s...
S3 E10
Leadership or Loss: Turning AI into a Core Business Capability
Andreas Sulejewski
CEO
Neptune
AI is no longer just a productivity tool. The real challenge for today’s leaders is deciding when – and how – to trust AI with...
S3 E9
Assumptions Are the Enemy: Why Digital Transformation Fails in Local Government
Ade Bamigboye
CTO
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Digital transformation in local government doesn’t fail because of technology — it fails because leaders misunderstand how work really gets done. In this episode of...
S3 E8
Leading from the Attacker’s Perspective: Moral Courage, Muscle Memory & AI-Driven Cyber Resilience
Snehal Antani
CEO
Horizon3.ai
Cyber resilience doesn’t break down because of weak tools — it breaks down when leaders fail to think like attackers. In this episode of CXO...
S3 E7
Trust Is the Control: Why Cybersecurity Starts with Honesty
Hammond Reddie
CISO
Spire Healthcare
Cybersecurity in healthcare isn’t just about protecting systems — it’s about protecting lives. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Hammond...
S3 E6
To the Edge: Harnessing AI, Data, and Mission-Centric Architecture
Dave Hoon
CTO
Norseman
Edge computing isn’t just a technology choice — it’s how organizations make faster, smarter decisions in mission-critical environments. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David...
S3 E5
Leading with Moral Courage: Purpose, People & “Good Enough” Tech
Ryan Preece
Deputy CTO
The King’s Trust
Technology in the third sector isn’t about perfection — it’s about impact. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Ryan Preece,...
S3 E4
Beyond the Code: Managing Complexity & Empowering Developers
Olivier Bonsignour
VP of Product Development
CAST
Software complexity isn’t slowing down — and neither can development teams. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Olivier Bonsignour, Vice...
S3 E3
Adapting to Lead: Growth, Change & Resilience
Mindaugas Mozūras
CTO
Vinted
Growth at scale isn’t just about adding more — it’s about learning to let go. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined...
S3 E2
AI Reality Check: Turning Hype into High-Value Delivery
Phil Parker
EVP Technology Strategy & AI Delivery
Equal Experts
AI adoption isn’t just about experimentation — it’s about delivering real business value. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Phil...
S3 E1
Shaping Smarter Cities: Innovation, Complexity & Citizen Impact
Gurpreet Muctor
CDTO
Westminster City Council
Digital transformation in local government isn’t just about technology — it’s about improving urban life. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined...
S2 E11
Beyond the Perimeter: Rebuilding Cybersecurity for a Cloud-First World
Darren Humpheries
Group CISO & CTO
Acora
Cybersecurity isn’t just about perimeter defenses — it’s about thinking holistically. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Darren Humphries, Group... S2 E10
Modernising Government IT – Driving Public Sector Efficiency
Dave Hoon
CTO
Norseman
Public sector IT isn’t just about systems — it’s about mission-critical efficiency. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Dave Hoon,...
S2 E9
Managing Technology and Culture – Leading Change
Dak Liyanearachchi
EVP & CTO
NRG Energy
Technology alone doesn’t drive change in energy — culture does too. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Dak Liyanearachchi, EVP...
S2 E8
Leading with Vision – Cloud, Culture, and Care
Dr. Tim Calaham
CTO
Michigan Medicine
Cloud migration in healthcare isn’t just technical — it’s about patient care. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Dr. Tim...
S2 E7
Confronting CISO Burnout: Security, Stress & Self-Care
Martin Covill
CISO
IPSL
Cybersecurity leadership isn’t just about protecting systems — it’s about protecting people. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Martin Covill,...
S2 E6
Leading Through Change: Culture, Complexity & Cloud
John Van Uden
CTO
Nordea Bank
Leading technology transformation isn’t just about systems — it’s about culture and trust. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by John...
S2 E5
Courage, Change, and the Human Factor
Miloš Topić
Vice President for Information Technology & CDO
Grand Valley State University
Leadership isn’t just about decisions — it’s about courage. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Milos Topic, VP for IT...
S2 E4
Empowering Tech Leadership: Negotiation, Security & Strategy
Luis Suarez
CTO
H.I.G Capital
Digital leadership isn’t just about technology — it’s about negotiation and collaboration. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Luis Suarez,...
S2 E3
Transforming Media Infrastructure: Cybersecurity, Innovation & Leadership
John McClure
CISO and SVP of Enterprise Infrastructure and Cloud
Sinclair
Media transformation isn’t just about content — it’s about security, infrastructure, and innovation. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by John...
S2 E2
Revolutionizing Healthcare Tech: AI, Cybersecurity & Leadership
Bashir Agboola
CTO, VP & Associate CIO
Hospital for Special Surgery
Technology in healthcare isn’t just about systems — it’s about patient outcomes, security, and innovation. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined...
S2 E1
AI in Cybersecurity: Defence, Threats & the Future of SOC
Steve Wilson
Chief Product Officer
Exabeam
AI is changing the rules of cybersecurity — and attackers aren’t waiting. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Steve Wilson,...
S1 E10
The Future of Cybersecurity & AI: Innovation, Risk, and Leadership in Retail
Wendy Ng
BISO
Marks and Spencer
Cybersecurity isn’t just about technology — it’s about bridging business and security. In this season finale of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Wendy...
S1 E9
Building Trust and Resilience in a Global Enterprise
Anaïs Beaucousin
CBSO
ADP International
Security isn’t just a function — it’s a partner in driving trust and growth. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by...
S1 E8
Cyber Resilience Unlocked: Leadership & Lessons from the Frontlines
Itay Livne
Chief Information Security Officer
SIXT
Cybersecurity isn’t just about defense — it’s about trust, resilience, and enabling business. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Itay...
S1 E7
The AI Mindset: Cybersecurity, Leadership, and Embracing Change
Dan Sorensen
CISO
Air National Guard
AI isn’t here to replace us — it’s here to amplify what we can do. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined...
S1 E6
Leading Digital Transformations: Insights on AI, Culture, & Leadership
Mark Lopez
COO & SVP, Global Technology News
News Corp
Digital transformation isn’t just about technology — it’s about people, processes, and purpose. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Mark...
S1 E5
Driving the Future: Digital Disruption in Energy
Vineet Jaiswal
CIDO
EET Fuels
Digital innovation and sustainability aren’t separate — they drive value together. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Vineet Jaiswal, Chief...
S1 E4
Building for the Future: Composable Commerce and Customer-Centricity
Simon Clarke
CIO
Clarks
Digital transformation in retail isn’t just about systems — it’s about creating seamless, customer-centered experiences. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined...
S1 E3
The Ethical Dilemma: AI & Digital Security
Mathew Mallett
CDIO
Chartered Insurance Institute
AI and data aren’t just tools — they’re strategic responsibilities. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Mat Mallett, Chief Digital...
S1 E2
From Data to Dollars: Maximizing Business Value
Samir Mehta
CDO
Kroll
Data isn’t just a byproduct — it’s a strategic driver of business transformation. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Samir...
S1 E1
Egos vs. Expertise: The Cybersecurity Divide
Andres Andreu
Deputy CISO
Hearst
Cybersecurity leadership isn’t just about technology — it’s about balancing expertise, strategy, and culture. In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by...