Rahoul Ghose is a strategic, business-oriented technology executive, with a multi-disciplinary background, a history of driving business-value through innovation and collaboration and building teams where people can do their best work. He has a proven track record of adding strategic value across both global and North American businesses ranging in size from $250M to $100B in revenue. He has expertise in Manufacturing, Retail and Financial Services, with accountability for up to 1200 employees across five continents. He brings a broad set of professional perspectives from a career spanning Technology-enabled Transformation, Supply Chain Reengineering, Product Market Research and Financial Audit.

Rahoul’s domain expertise is in Technology Enablement, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Risk Management and Lean Process Management. He is driven by curiosity and a growth mindset, constantly exhorting himself and others to improve upon the status quo. Rahoul is a quick learner and adept at thriving in different cultures, industries and functional assignments. He is deeply collaborative, using the strength of teams to derive outcomes and is particularly skilled in his ability to facilitate alignment across diverse points of view. He thrives on developing high-performing leaders and is recognized nationally as a mentor to both experienced executives and mid-level professionals.

The next chapter of enterprise technology is being written around AI, and I think most large organizations are approaching it backwards. The companies pouring investment into AI tools while their engineering cultures, delivery models, and technology economics remain broken are going to be disappointed by the results. The ones who get it right will treat AI as an accelerant of organizational capability they’ve already built, not a shortcut around the hard work of building it. That hard work is what I’ve spent 25 years on… how large enterprises build, run, and transform the way they deliver technology.

I helped rebuild Target’s engineering culture from the ground up and co-invented the Dojo model, now an industry-standard practice adopted widely across the Fortune 500. I led one of the largest public cloud transformations in industry history at Verizon. At American Airlines, I drove significant gains in delivery speed and resilience through one of the most operationally demanding periods in aviation history. Most recently at Foot Locker, I’ve served as the senior technology executive through a major acquisition, leading technology strategy, structural cost transformation, and a portfolio of large-scale platform implementations visible at board level.

I’ve also had the privilege of contributing to the broader conversation. I’m a lead author on seven IT Revolution Press publications, a longtime keynote speaker at the Enterprise Technology Leadership Summit (formerly DevOps Enterprise Summit), and a member of the invitation-only DevOps Enterprise Forum alongside some of the most respected technology leaders in the industry. The thread through all of it… Technology transformation is never really about technology. It’s about trust, clarity, and giving talented people the conditions to do their best work. And increasingly, it’s about building the organizational foundation that makes AI a genuine competitive advantage.

Vinicius (Vinny) Silva is Senior Vice President of ERP and Enterprise Applications at Solventum, where he leads global technology and business transformation initiatives that help organizations turn strategy into measurable business outcomes. With more than 28 years of executive leadership experience, Vinny has guided complex enterprise transformations across the life sciences, consumer goods, electronics, industrial equipment, and automotive industries. Recognized for bringing together technology, business strategy, and people, he is known for building high-performing global teams and fostering collaborative cultures that deliver meaningful, lasting change. Vinny believes lasting success is achieved through empowered people, disciplined execution, and a relentless focus on creating business value. He is committed to helping make the world a better place to live and work by developing leaders, inspiring innovation, and using technology to create positive, lasting impact.

I am a technology executive with more than 25 years of experience leading enterprise IT, data, analytics, AI, and digital transformation across manufacturing, retail, software, and financial services. Today I lead Information Technology for a business unit while also leading the enterprise Data & AI practice for a $3B global manufacturer, partnering with executive leadership to align technology investments with business strategy and measurable outcomes. Throughout my career at Winnebago Industries, Sleep Number, Deluxe, Target, and Knova Software, I have built and led high-performing organizations spanning enterprise applications, software engineering, architecture, data platforms, AI, analytics, governance, and technology operations. My passion is solving business problems through technology. Whether modernizing legacy environments, implementing enterprise AI capabilities, leading digital transformation, or building data-driven organizations, my focus remains the same: deliver measurable business value while developing strong teams and future leaders.

I believe today’s CIO is a business leader first. Technology, data, and AI are powerful tools, but their value is realized only when they accelerate growth, improve operational performance, reduce risk, and create competitive advantage.
Beyond my executive responsibilities, I serve on the Gartner CDAO Board of Governors and the Board of Directors for BestPrep, and I enjoy mentoring technology leaders and contributing to conversations on the future of technology leadership.
I’m always interested in connecting with executives and board leaders focused on technology, digital transformation, data, AI, and business innovation.

Rebecca Gallik is a Director of Data & AI Governance at Medtronic, where she leads enterprise initiatives focused on enterprise data governance, AI governance, patient data management, and digital health innovation. With more than 20 years of experience across healthcare delivery, digital health, and medical technology, she has built and scaled programs that advance interoperability, trusted data foundations, Patient 360 capabilities, and AI-enabled healthcare solutions. 

Throughout her career, Rebecca has successfully bridged business, clinical, and technology domains to deliver enterprise-scale transformation in highly regulated environments. She is passionate about helping organizations unlock the value of data and AI while balancing governance, privacy, security, and regulatory compliance. Rebecca holds an MBA in Healthcare Administration and IT Leadership and a Graduate Certificate in Advanced Analytics and a former Certified Information Security Manager (CISM). 

With over two decades of experience spanning software engineering, strategic leadership, and digital transformation, Kenny Vargas has established himself as a visionary technology executive who bridges the gap between innovation and business value. Currently serving as Managing Director and Head of Software and Data Engineering at Piper Sandler, one of the nation’s leading investment banks and financial services firms, Kenny leads a dynamic team responsible for the firm’s software architecture, data infrastructure, and artificial intelligence initiatives.

His leadership philosophy centers on identifying opportunities where technology creates genuine business value. He excels at looking around corners and spotting emerging trends before they become mainstream, positioning his organization to capitalize on best-in-class technologies that drive efficiency and enhance client engagement. This approach combines deep technical expertise with strategic business acumen, enabling him to translate complex technical concepts into actionable strategies that resonate with stakeholders at all levels.

Frank Ross is a business-focused technology and cybersecurity executive at Andersen Corporation with more than 25 years of experience leading enterprise technology, cybersecurity, and transformation initiatives. He is known for helping organizations translate complexity into clarity, aligning technology, risk, and organizational priorities to enable better decisions, stronger accountability, and long-term resilience. Throughout his career, he has built high-performing teams, led transformational change, and advanced cybersecurity as a strategic capability that strengthens trust, enables innovation, and supports growth. Guided by the belief that the best security is woven into the fabric of the business—always present but rarely noticed—Frank helps organizations navigate change with confidence and create lasting value.

At Graco, my focus is on harnessing service management expertise to optimize Global IT, ensuring robust and efficient operations. This leadership role builds upon a solid foundation as a Global Executive Director at Tata Consultancy Services, where I established program execution standards and spearheaded cross-functional teams to achieve excellence in project delivery.

My mission is to act as a trusted business advisor, fostering trust and driving business growth through strategic technology leadership. With competencies in organization change management and trust building, my approach prioritizes operational excellence and performance enhancement, empowering teams to align with organizational values and maintain industry relevance.

I am a senior technology executive with more than 27 years of experience leading large-scale healthcare transformation initiatives, with a passion for modernizing technology to help people live healthier lives. As Senior Director of IT at UnitedHealthcare, I focus on delivering innovative, scalable solutions that improve business outcomes while enhancing the healthcare experience for members, providers, and partners.

Throughout my career, I have built deep expertise across payer, pharmacy, pharmacy benefit management (PBM), care management, and Medicare. I am a strong advocate for digital health innovation and believe in the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. I am particularly passionate about developing reliable, scalable frameworks for AI-driven interventions that deliver meaningful value across healthcare.

My experience spans technology strategy, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, product management, AI and machine learning, and organizational change. I have led global teams, driven enterprise modernization programs, and partnered with business leaders to align technology with strategic objectives. I am committed to fostering innovation, enabling sustainable transformation, and leveraging technology to improve healthcare outcomes at scale.

Twenty Eight year Information Technology Executive experienced in IT Infrastructure, Operations, Cyber Security, and IT Risk Management.  My career has spanned several industries including manufacturing, finance, transportation, and retail.  Most recently I have been focusing on Artificial Intelligence deployment and governance, and continued Cyber Security team building and processes.

Carlos Tongesai is an experienced cybersecurity and technology risk leader with expertise in cyber risk management, governance, IT audit, and regulatory compliance. As IT Director of Cyber Risk & Governance at Medtronic, he supports the development and execution of the organization’s cyber risk and governance strategy, leading programs that strengthen cybersecurity resilience while partnering with business and operational leaders to effectively manage enterprise risk. 

Prior to his current role, Carlos served as Senior IT Audit Manager, where he led global IT and cybersecurity operational audits and oversaw IT SOX programs. With a strong background in governance, risk, compliance, and information security, Carlos is passionate about helping organizations build secure, resilient, and business-focused cybersecurity programs that enable innovation and long-term success. 

Kristine Boike is the Head of Cybersecurity at Dorsey & Whitney, a Top 100 international law firm with 23 offices worldwide. She previously served in CIO and executive leadership roles overseeing cybersecurity, infrastructure, and network engineering within Fortune 10 and Fortune 50 financial services and banking organizations. 

Her experience includes leading cloud security and information security transformations, achieving ISO, SOC, NIST, and HITRUST compliance following cloud migrations. She has supported the secure development of new SaaS products from concept to launch, including security standards creation, CI/CD pipeline security, resiliency, EDR/XDR, vulnerability management, incident response, configuration management, and enterprise-wide governance, risk, compliance, and policy programs. 

Kristine has delivered multiple wide area network re-architecture projects for Fortune 10 financial services and a 120-site global local area network replacement.  She has delivered on large scale identity access management transformations in two Fortune 50 organizations and has delivered a network security rearchitecture program for a Fortune 10 Bank. 

Kristine holds an MBA from Cardinal Stritch University and B.A. from St. Cloud State University. Kristine is a Certified Information Security Professional (CISSP), a Certified Cloud Security Profession (CCSP), Forrester Protect and Defend With AI (AI), IT Service Management-Infrastructure Library (ITIL), Payment Card Industry (PCI) and The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF). 

Cybersecurity leader with over a decade of experience spanning the U.S. Navy, state government, and healthcare sectors. Proven ability to align security programs with business goals, reduce risk through pragmatic policy and governance, and lead high-impact teams across complex, regulated environments.

Expertise includes vulnerability management, incident response, identity and access governance, security operations, and enterprise risk management. Strong track record of building and maturing security programs that meet compliance demands while supporting innovation and operational resilience.

Holds a Master of Science in Security Technologies (MSST) from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Networks and Cybersecurity from UMGC. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Daniel May is a seasoned information security leader and trusted advisor with extensive experience helping organizations strengthen technology risk management while enabling secure, efficient, and resilient business operations. As Senior Director of Information Security at Choice Hotels International, he partners with senior leaders to develop practical, business-aligned security strategies that empower technology teams to operate with confidence. 

Drawing on established industry frameworks and a structured approach to governance, Daniel specializes in optimizing IT risk, enhancing operational capabilities, and ensuring technology processes are both effective and resilient. He is passionate about fostering a culture of risk awareness, accountability, and informed decision-making, helping organizations understand and manage risk while supporting innovation and long-term business success.

I am an enterprise workplace technology and collaboration leader focused on building scalable workplace technology ecosystems that improve organizational effectiveness, employee experience, and enterprise collaboration at global scale. Over the course of my career, I have led enterprise collaboration and workplace technology initiatives spanning Microsoft Teams, enterprise conferencing, workplace collaboration technologies, global voice modernization, digital signage, governance programs, operational maturity initiatives, and workplace transformation efforts across highly regulated Fortune 500 environments. 

Today, I lead enterprise collaboration and workplace technology strategy supporting approximately 32,000 employees globally, including responsibility for workplace collaboration platforms, conferencing ecosystems, modernization roadmaps, lifecycle governance, operational maturity initiatives, and enterprise transformation efforts. Over the last several years, I have focused heavily on enterprise modernization and standardization initiatives, including global migration efforts from legacy Polycom environments to Microsoft Teams Rooms and Teams Calling, implementation of enterprise collaboration governance frameworks, and deployment of Microsoft Defender capabilities within collaboration environments in a regulated enterprise setting. 

Outside of my corporate leadership role, I co-founded The HUB – MN UC Leadership Forum, a growing in-person workplace technology and collaboration leadership community focused on peer networking, modernization strategy, governance, innovation, and operational knowledge sharing across enterprise organizations throughout the Twin Cities. 

Derran Guinan is Field CTO for the Americas at Veeam, focused on helping enterprise organizations strengthen cyber resilience in an increasingly complex threat landscape. With more than 30 years in IT and cybersecurity, he brings experience that spans hands-on engineering, infrastructure leadership, and frontline security advisory work.
As part of Veeam’s Project Strategy team, Derran works directly with executive leaders to challenge assumptions about recovery. His perspective is simple: prevention will fail at some point. When it does, what happens next defines the organization. He pushes teams to look beyond backup success metrics and ask harder questions. Is the data clean? Is it trusted? Do you have visibility into what actually matters? Can you prove recovery under pressure?
His approach reflects a shift in the market. Resilience no longer starts at backup. It starts with understanding your data, your exposure, and the governance decisions shaping risk, especially as AI-driven systems increase the volume and complexity of what organizations must protect.
Before joining Veeam, Derran held senior roles at Palo Alto Networks and CrowdStrike, guiding organizations through threat mitigation, incident response strategy, and proactive security planning. That prevention-focused background informs his resilience-first philosophy today. Derran is a regular speaker at industry conferences and executive forums across the Americas, where he challenges conventional thinking about data protection and advocates for measurable, validated recovery capability, not theoretical plans.

Jason is Director of Adversarial Research at HiddenLayer, where he explores how the latest AI security research intersects with practical application. Jason was amongst the earliest researchers to recognize the need for AI security, founding the Secure Intelligence Team in Intel Labs in 2016 to research AI security and privacy threats and defenses. For 20+ years Jason has covered such diverse security topics as CPU microcode, authentication and biometrics, trusted execution environments, wearable technology, and network protocols, resulting in over 40 issued patents and several high profile research papers in adversarial machine learning and federated learning. When he’s not working Jason is either lost in the Pacific Northwest camping and hiking with his family; or he is lost in a technical project involving 3D printing, microcontrollers, or designing holiday lighting displays synchronized to music.

Matti Pearce serves as Vice President, Information Security, Risk, and Compliance at Absolute Security, a global leader in enterprise cyber resilience. For more than 20 years, Matti has held numerous senior positions in the cybersecurity industry. Prior to joining Absolute, Pearce served as Principal Cyber Security Architect for Blackberry. Previous positions included Security Architect for Cornerstone, Security Architect for Saba Software, and Information Security Officer for Halogen Software. Matti earned a B.Sc. in Computing and Information Science from Queen’s University, and holds several industry certifications. He resides in Ottawa, Canada.