Why Data Security Still Keeps CISOs Awake at Night
Cybersecurity exists for one reason: to protect data.
Yet despite billions spent on security tools, data remains the primary target for attackers — and the hardest asset for organisations to truly secure.
Join us on Thursday 14th May for an afternoon dedicated to the evolving world of data security - bringing together our leading data security vendors and CISOs to better understand why data is the ultimate attack surface, and what the channel must understand if it is to remain relevant to modern buyers.
Agenda:
12.00pm – 12.30pm - Arrival and lunch
12.30pm – 12.45pm - Exclusive Networks Intro - When Data Is the Attack Surface - Rethinking cyber defense in a data‑driven world – Adam Wiliamson, Country Manager, Exclusive Networks
12.45 – 1.15pm - CISO Keynote Speaker – Dave Sheridan, former Global CISO for Santander Corporate & Investment Bank
1.20pm – 1.40pm - The Data Problem -“Data is exploding. It’s everywhere. And it’s the No.1 target for attackers.” - NetApp, Chris Roberts
1.45pm – 2.05pm - The Reality of Modern Attacks -“Attackers aren’t after networks; they’re after data — and they know how to destroy your ability to recover.” — Druva, Richard Storry, Senior Manager, International Channel Sales Engineering.
2.10pm – 2.30pm - Protecting the Crown Jewels - “If the attacker gets in, the data must still be protected. Without encryption and identity, nothing else matters.” — Thales, Adrian Clark - Data Security Specialist
2.35pm – 3.00pm - Break
3.00pm – 3.20 pm - Proving You’re Secure -“Boards, customers, and regulators want evidence — not assumptions. Continuous assurance is the new baseline.” — Drata, Kevin Carr, Senior Manager, Solutions Engineer
3.30pm – 3.50pm - Storing the Future Safely - “Data keeps growing. You can’t stop it. But you can store it more intelligently, securely and affordably.” - Wasabi
4.00pm – 4.20pm - CISO Decision Makers Panel
• Stuart Seymour - Virgin Media O2
• Paul Colnan - NewDay
• Matt Adcock - NielsenIQ (NIQ)
4.30 – 4.45pm - Close - Mark Russell, Business Unit Director, Exclusive Networks
4.45pm – Networking Drinks
Event Details
Date: 14th May 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, NFL Locker Room
East Atrium Entrance (Entry is via the East Stand Atrium located on Worcester Avenue)
Spaces are limited to maintain an engaging, high-value experience – so secure your spot today!
