CIOarena Boston - AI, Data & Security Annual Conference
*This is a private invitation-only event. If you are receiving this invite, you have been pre-qualified by our team to attend. Once accepted, a calendar invite will automatically be sent to you. All details for arrival are below and no further action is required from your end to attend.
Join our tight knight community of area tech leaders and professionals for a day of invaluable insights, and robust networking opportunities. Unlike the hustle-and-bustle of large events, CIOarena is designed as an intimate and laidback alternative.
VENUE & PARKING
Boston Marriott Newton
2345 Commonwealth Ave, Auburndale, MA 02466
Commonwealth Ballroom
Hosted Self Parking at Hotel (parking tickets validated at event)
ARRIVAL
8:30 A.M. - Early access to the event space to sit, relax, and beat the traffic
9:00 A.M. - Networking, Coffee & Breakfast available
Please plan on arriving no later than 10:00 A.M. to maximize time.
Exceptions can be made if you are running late, simply contact your host.
LUNCH MENU
New England Clam Chowder, NE Potato Salad, Boston Bibb Goad Cheese Salad, Fresh Haddock in Citrus Butter, Lobster Mac'n'cheese, Chargrilled Maple Glazed Chicken, Herb Roasted Potatoes, Roasted Seasonal Veggies, Boston Cream Pie and AppleCran Crumble
AGENDA OVERVIEW
We know your schedule is demanding, so we’ve packed maximum ROI into a concise, half-day format. CIOarena is a single-track experience, so our audience moves as one, fostering deeper collective discussions and a more cohesive networking environment—no jumping between rooms or missing out on key insights. Browse our select exhibits and engage with peers in a comfortable, no-pressure setting designed for genuine connection. No forced agendas, no "speed-dating" meetings—just high-level IT leadership in a relaxed atmosphere.
THE PANEL: Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future concept—it is actively redefining every IT decision you make today. To help navigate this shift, we've assembled a diverse panel of experts that will cut past the hype and discuss the pragmatic realities of integrating artificial intelligence without compromising data security or workforce stability, while also providing insight into each panelist's own successes and failures this past year.
INDUSTRY EXPERTS: will cover various other pertinent topics from: Ransomware, Shadow AI, Optimization of enterprise operations with AI, Future connectivity and more.
PRIZE RAFFLES: High-end prize raffles are at the end of the day (2pm) along with opportunities to win Amazon Gift cards.
CPE CREDITS: Certificate of completion is provided for 5 CPE credit hours to any popular certification (ISC2/CISSP, CISA, etc).
GUESTS
If you'd like to bring a qualified IT or security peer, colleague, or direct report with you, please let me know and I can arrange to save an additional seat, pending availability. Please contact stavros@cioarena.com