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CISO Dinner NYC

We are thrilled to be hosting you at the Darktrace CISO Dinner! Hosted by CISOs, for CISOs, this dinner brings together the New York CISO Community to discuss the future of AI and cyber security leadership.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday 7th May, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: The Equestrian Room at The Polo Bar, 1 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022

Event contact: Jenna Matsumura | jenna.matsumura@darktrace.com | +1 (857) 272-9860

We have a few seats remaining. If you have a CISO peer you'd like to include in this event, please reach out to Jenna

Please explore the resources below for a meaningful discussion.

Event contact: Isabel Carter | isabel.carter@darktrace.com | +44 (0) 7974590 984
We have a few seats remaining. If you have a CISO peer you'd like to include in this event, please reach out to Isabel
CISO Dinner NYC
May 7, 2025 6:00 PM
May 7, 2025 9:00 PM
The Equestrian Room at The Polo Bar, 1 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022
America/New_York
We are thrilled to be hosting you at the Darktrace CISO Dinner! Hosted by CISOs, for CISOs, this dinner brings together the New York CISO Community to discuss the future of AI and cyber security leadership. Event contact: Jenna Matsumura | jenna.matsumura@darktrace.com | +1 (857) 272-9860
CISO Dinner NYC

CISO Dinner Co-Hosts

Isabelle Meyer

Co-CEO and Co-Founder of ZENDATA

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Isabelle Meyer stands at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation as the co-CEO and co-founder of ZENDATA, a leading cybersecurity firm based in Switzerland. With a robust background in international law and business development, Meyer has played a pivotal role in shaping ZENDATA into a trusted name in the cybersecurity landscape.

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Phil Pearson

Chief Strategy Officer

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Phil Pearson is the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at Darktrace, where he leads the Strategy, data Analytics and field CISO functions. Phil joined the board of Darktrace in 2018 and chaired the IPO committee. Following the company going public on the London Stock Exchange he stepped down from the board and took an executive role in the business. He has extensive experience in technology investing in both public and private markets, including 15 years as Portfolio Manager of the Technology Funds at GLG Partners and also served on the board of Featurespace. Phil has an MA 1st Class in Natural sciences from Churchill College, Cambridge.

Karim Benslimane

VP, Field CISO

Linkedin

Karim Benslimane is VP, Field CISO at Darktrace, working with clients in the public and private sector to analyse the most sophisticated cyber-threats today, and advising security professionals on the employment of artificial intelligence to strengthen their defensive strategy. Karim is a technical specialist in cyber and counter-terrorism exercises with over two decades of experience defending the sports and event industry from sophisticated threats. He has led major IT and cyber security projects for international arenas and events such as the Football World Cups, Rugby World Cups, World Athletics Championships and over 500 events.

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The State of AI Cybersecurity 2025

We will be discussing some of the key findings from the State of AI Cyber Security report throughout the evening. Please take a moment to review the report ahead of the event.
In the second edition of our annual landmark AI cybersecurity survey, Darktrace asked 1,500 cybersecurity professionals about their attitudes towards AI, testing their perception of the threat, their comprehension, and their game plan

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CISO Dinner Co-Hosts

Adrian Peters

CISO, Vista Equity Partners

Linkedin

With over 25 years of technology and cyber security expertise, Adrian has worked across various sectors, from Global Fortune 500’s to early-stage security technology companies. He has held senior roles at BNY Mellon and Bridgewater Associates, advancing cyber security and privacy through various boards and communities, and leading pioneering efforts in risk management and penetration testing.

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Nicole Eagan

Co-Founder, Chief Strategy Advisor, Darktrace

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Nicole Eagan, Co-Founder & Strategic Advisor at Darktrace, has 30 years in tech, including roles at Oracle and HP. She advises on AI, cybersecurity, and strategy, and is a thought leader in responsible AI use.

Collin Chapleau

Director, Security & AI Strategy, Field CISO, Darktrace

Linkedin

Collin Chapleau, Director of AI & Security Strategy at Darktrace, leads AI-driven cybersecurity for major organizations. With a Master's from Virginia Tech, he enhances cyber resilience and integrates AI into security strategies since 2018.

Tristan Petak

Senior VP of Sales, Darktrace

Linkedin

Tristan Petak, Senior VP of Sales for Americas East at Darktrace, oversees East Coast sales. With 9+ years at Darktrace, he drives growth and customer success through cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.

White Paper

The State of AI Cybersecurity 2025

We will be discussing some of the key findings from the State of AI Cyber Security report throughout the evening. Please take a moment to review the report ahead of the event.
In the second edition of our annual landmark AI cybersecurity survey, Darktrace asked 1,500 cybersecurity professionals about their attitudes towards AI, testing their perception of the threat, their comprehension, and their game plan

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Co-hôtes du dîner CISO

Karim Benslimane, Field CISO, Darktrace

Linkedin

Karim Benslimane est VP, Field CISO chez Darktrace, travaillant avec des clients du secteur public et privé pour analyser les cybermenaces les plus sophistiquées d'aujourd'hui, et conseiller les professionnels de la sécurité sur l'utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle pour renforcer leur stratégie défensive. Karim est un spécialiste technique des exercices de cybersécurité et de contre-terrorisme avec plus de deux décennies d'expérience dans la défense de l'industrie du sport et des événements contre des menaces sophistiquées. Il a dirigé des projets majeurs en informatique et cybersécurité pour des arènes et événements internationaux tels que les Coupes du Monde de Football, les Coupes du Monde de Rugby, les Championnats du Monde d'Athlétisme. Karim est également Lieutenant-Colonel (RC) au Commandement de la Gendarmerie dans le Cyberespace.

Xavier Lalanne

Linkedin

Xavier Lalanne est le Directeur des Comptes Stratégiques pour l'Europe du Sud et la région MEA, couvrant plus de 30 pays. Il apporte plus de 15 ans d'expérience dans la vente de solutions logicielles, à la fois directes et indirectes (y compris les revendeurs, les SI, les distributeurs et les OEM). Il a travaillé avec des grandes entreprises IT et de cybersécurité telles que Microsoft, HP, BMC, Sprinklr et Zscaler. Xavier a un solide bilan dans la constitution d'équipes à partir de zéro, la direction et l'alignement des organisations matricielles transversales pour stimuler l'exécution et assurer une croissance annuelle dans des entreprises axées sur les résultats trimestriels. Il est basé à Paris.

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Jill Popelka, CEO, Darktrace

Linkedin

Jill has over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, driving growth and innovation for global software
companies. Jill took on the role of Darktrace’s CEO in September 2024, having joined the company first as a Non-Executive Director on Darktrace plc Board in January 2024 before taking on the role of Chief Operating Officer in June 2024. Prior to this, she spent most of her career at global enterprise applications and software provider, SAP, where she was President of SAP SuccessFactors. Jill was also Head of Augmented Reality Enterprise Services at Snap Inc., running a global team who oversaw operations from sales, to engineering, to 3D visualization. She began her career at Accenture, after earning a BA in International and Global Studies from Texas A&M University. Jill also serves on the board of MRI Software.

Mike Beck, CISO, Darktrace

Linkedin

Mike has spent 18 years working in technology, security and
risk operations. He started his career as a software engineer on
GCHQ’s technologist programme, and progressed to support
military operations. He has conducted intelligence analysis
and assessment in operational theatres across the world,
becoming a senior intelligence officer. In 2010, Mike merged his
intelligence and technology experience to run cyber defensive
operations for UK government, including working on the
implementation of the national cyber security strategy and
protecting the London 2012 Olympic Games. Joining Darktrace
at its early stages in 2014, Mike developed the cyber analyst
operation that supports thousands of Darktrace customers
with 24/7 support and since 2020 oversees Darktrace’s internal
security program as Global CISO.

Connie Stride, SVP of Product

Linkedin

Martin is Darktrace's SVP of Strategic Accounts with 18 years of Sales & Channel leadership and 20 years of Cyber Security expertise, spanning from technical roles to leadership positions. Skilled in working with organizations of all sizes and building pre-IPO startups to successful exits. Experienced in establishing Security Practices from scratch and building Pre and Post Sales teams. Former Technical Director with a legacy of technical skillsets and certifications, maintaining a healthy technical interest. Previously held certifications include CISSP, CISM, ISO27001, Netscreen NCSA, NCSP, Check Point CCSA, CCSP, Cisco, Bluecoat BCSA, BCSP, PCI:DSS, Qualys, and Netscaler.

Martin Landless, SVP of Strategic Accounts

Linkedin

Martin is Darktrace's Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts with 20+ years of Cyber Security expertise. Coming from the customer side, Martin is a former Head of Security with a blend of technical skillsets and security certifications such as CISSP, CISM and ISO27001 Lead Auditor.  Experienced in establishing Security Practices from scratch and enhancing Pre and Post Sales teams at organisations of all shapes and sizes.

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CISO Dinner Co-Hosts

Elaine Bucknor, former CISO, Sky

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Elaine has over 25 years of experience in the technology industry. She served as Sky's Group Chief Information Security Officer, leading the strategic plan for cyber security. During her tenure at Sky, one of Europe’s top broadcasting and media companies and the UK’s leading telecommunications and mobile businesses, she played a crucial executive role. She was part of the senior leadership team for over ten years, with overall responsibility for the group's technology strategy.

Jim Korchak, CISO, Virgin Money

Linkedin

Jim is a 30-year technology veteran whose career has centred on automation, application service management, the software delivery lifecycle and cyber-security. He has extensive experience in the financial services sector both in the UK and the USA having held several senior positions helping to shape technology and cyber strategy / execution. 

A recognised thought leader in Application Management, Cyber-security and Technology, he has been quoted by Forrester Research, been a guest lecturer for Hult International Business School, and has held advisory positions for several technology start-ups. 

Jim is currently the CISO and Head of Technical Operations for Virgin Money where he leads a multi-faceted transformation programme preparing the organisation for an ever-evolving threat landscape.

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Darktrace Hosts

Jill Popelka, CEO, Darktrace

Linkedin

Jill has over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, driving growth and innovation for global software
companies. Jill took on the role of Darktrace’s CEO in September 2024, having joined the company first as a Non-Executive Director on Darktrace plc Board in January 2024 before taking on the role of Chief Operating Officer in June 2024. Prior to this, she spent most of her career at global enterprise applications and software provider, SAP, where she was President of SAP SuccessFactors. Jill was also Head of Augmented Reality Enterprise Services at Snap Inc., running a global team who oversaw operations from sales, to engineering, to 3D visualization. She began her career at Accenture, after earning a BA in International and Global Studies from Texas A&M University. Jill also serves on the board of MRI Software.

Mike Beck, CISO, Darktrace

Linkedin

Mike has spent 18 years working in technology, security and
risk operations. He started his career as a software engineer on
GCHQ’s technologist programme, and progressed to support
military operations. He has conducted intelligence analysis
and assessment in operational theatres across the world,
becoming a senior intelligence officer. In 2010, Mike merged his
intelligence and technology experience to run cyber defensive
operations for UK government, including working on the
implementation of the national cyber security strategy and
protecting the London 2012 Olympic Games. Joining Darktrace
at its early stages in 2014, Mike developed the cyber analyst
operation that supports thousands of Darktrace customers
with 24/7 support and since 2020 oversees Darktrace’s internal
security program as Global CISO.

Connie Stride, SVP of Product

Linkedin

Martin is Darktrace's SVP of Strategic Accounts with 18 years of Sales & Channel leadership and 20 years of Cyber Security expertise, spanning from technical roles to leadership positions. Skilled in working with organizations of all sizes and building pre-IPO startups to successful exits. Experienced in establishing Security Practices from scratch and building Pre and Post Sales teams. Former Technical Director with a legacy of technical skillsets and certifications, maintaining a healthy technical interest. Previously held certifications include CISSP, CISM, ISO27001, Netscreen NCSA, NCSP, Check Point CCSA, CCSP, Cisco, Bluecoat BCSA, BCSP, PCI:DSS, Qualys, and Netscaler.

Martin Landless, SVP of Strategic Accounts

Linkedin

Martin is Darktrace's Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts with 20+ years of Cyber Security expertise. Coming from the customer side, Martin is a former Head of Security with a blend of technical skillsets and security certifications such as CISSP, CISM and ISO27001 Lead Auditor.  Experienced in establishing Security Practices from scratch and enhancing Pre and Post Sales teams at organisations of all shapes and sizes.

White Paper

The State of AI Cybersecurity 2025

We will be discussing some of the key findings from the State of AI Cyber Security report throughout the evening. Please take a moment to review the report ahead of the event.
In the second edition of our annual landmark AI cybersecurity survey, Darktrace asked 1,500 cybersecurity professionals about their attitudes towards AI, testing their perception of the threat, their comprehension, and their game plan