Stay Tuned as Security Leader

November 26 – Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Airport

1. Leadership: Attracting & Retaining Talent | Koen Van Beirendonck & Karine Goris

The global cybersecurity talent gap is no longer just an HR challenge; it is a strategic obstacle to building resilient and high-performing security organizations. In this session, Koen Van Beirendonck and Karine Goris move beyond the traditional “war for talent” to explore how effective leadership can attract, develop, and retain cybersecurity professionals. Drawing on their combined experience in executive leadership and organizational culture, they examine the human side of the CISO role, where technical expertise must be complemented by emotional intelligence, trust, and a compelling sense of purpose.

Through an interactive Leadership Lab, participants explore practical approaches to recognizing untapped talent, fostering continuous development, and creating an environment where security professionals can thrive without burning out. Particular attention is given to the leadership behaviors and organizational conditions that drive long-term engagement and retention. This session equips CISOs with actionable strategies to become stronger leaders and talent magnets, building motivated, adaptable teams that remain aligned with the organization’s strategic ambitions.

2. AI & Data Act Deep Dive | Prof. Dr. Peggy Valcke

As the European Union continues to reshape its digital regulatory landscape, the AI Act and Data Act are redefining how organizations develop, deploy, govern, and secure technology and data. For CISOs, these developments extend cybersecurity responsibilities beyond traditional infrastructure protection into the broader domains of AI governance, data access, accountability, and digital resilience.

In this session, Prof. Dr. Peggy Valcke unpacks the strategic implications of these landmark regulations and explores how they interact with the wider European digital governance framework. Drawing on her regulatory experience and academic expertise at KU Leuven, she translates complex legal requirements into practical considerations for cybersecurity leadership. The session examines how organizations can align innovation with regulatory expectations, establish clear responsibilities, and integrate compliance into their security and governance strategies. Participants gain a clearer understanding of the evolving regulatory environment and the decisions CISOs must anticipate to navigate it with confidence.

3. What’s Hot & What’s Not in Cyber? From Headlines to Boardroom Decisions | Rigo Van den Broeck

In a cybersecurity landscape where threats, technologies, regulations, and market developments evolve at an unprecedented pace, separating meaningful signals from background noise has become an essential leadership capability. For CISOs, staying informed is only the beginning. The real challenge lies in understanding which developments matter, how they affect business resilience, and where leadership attention and investment should be directed.

In this dynamic Cyber Intelligence Briefing, Rigo Van den Broeck takes participants through the most relevant cybersecurity developments of the moment, connecting the evolving threat landscape, emerging trends, regulatory changes, and strategic challenges facing organizations. Rather than simply reviewing the latest headlines, Rigo applies a structured, business-oriented approach to assess their relevance, potential impact, and implications for cybersecurity governance and executive decision-making.

The session moves from identifying critical signals to evaluating business exposure and translating insights into clear priorities. By challenging assumptions, distinguishing genuine risks from industry hype, and connecting technical developments to organizational objectives, Rigo helps CISOs sharpen their strategic perspective. Participants leave with a practical framework for determining what demands immediate action, what deserves further investigation, and what should remain on their radar, turning cybersecurity intelligence into informed decisions and a forward-looking security agenda.