The Panels

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Cyber LIVE Panels
Panel Discussion
Cybersecurity Strategies - Powered by Risk Ledger
May 14, 2025 | 11:00 - 11:45 (BST)
Stage 2
Speakers
Stuart Seymour
Chief Information Security Officer, Virgin Media O2
Nick Godfrey
Senior Director & Global Head, Google Cloud
Justin Kuruvilla
Chief Cyber Security Officer, Risk Ledger
As cyber threats evolve in complexity and frequency, organizations must adopt robust and proactive cybersecurity strategies to protect their digital ecosystems. This panel will bring together industry leaders to explore the latest trends in threat detection, prevention, and response, while emphasizing the growing importance of supply chain security in enterprise risk management.
With businesses increasingly reliant on third-party vendors and service providers, supply chains have become prime targets for cybercriminals. The discussion will highlight how organizations can identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations such as DORA and NIS2.
Attendees will gain actionable insights into building cyber resilience, securing critical assets, and fostering a strong security culture across their supply chains—ultimately reducing the risk of large-scale disruptions in an interconnected world.
Panel Discussion
Cloud Migration Strategies
May 14, 2025 | 14:15 - 15:00 (BST)
Stage 2
Speakers
Paul Jennings
Head Of Technology Services, Kingston University
Ange Johnson de Wet
Head of Engineering | Director, NatWest Group
Syed Shabih Abbas
Senior Director, DXC Technology
Jason Normanton
Head of Cloud Security Architecture & DevSecOps, Check Point Software Technologies
Tech & AI LIVE Panels
Panel Discussion
Executive Technology Briefing – Women in Technology
May 14, 2025 | 09:00 - 09:45 (BST)
Stage 1
Speakers
Tia Cheang
Founder & CEO, Capstone Digital
Nitu Kaushal
EMEA Growth Officer, Software and Platform Engineering, Accenture
Charlotte Berry-Selwood
Chief Delivery Officer, AVK
Natalie Sweet
Global VP Product Marketing – Network & Platform, Sage Limited
This panel will celebrate and discuss the crucial role of women in the technology industry, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities they face. Leaders and innovators will share their experiences and strategies for advancing gender diversity and inclusion in tech. The discussion will focus on how organizations can create supportive environments that empower women, promote leadership and drive meaningful change in the industry. Attendees will leave with actionable ideas for fostering diversity and inclusion within their own organizations.
Panel Discussion
The CIO Strategy Forum
May 14, 2025 | 11:00 - 11:45 (BST)
Stage 1
Speakers
Fraser Hill
Vice President International Digital Enablement, Lockheed Martin
Amit Thawani
Chief Information Officer, Lloyds Banking Group
Sachin Agrawal
Managing Director, Zoho Corporation
Dr. Cara Antoine
Executive Vice President and Chief Technology, Innovation, and Portfolio Officer, Capgemini
Philip Clayson
Experienced CITO, Independent
Panel Discussion
The Future of AI with VML
May 14, 2025 | 14:15 - 15:00 (BST)
Stage 1
Speakers
Pawan Udernani
Vice President of Data, Genpact
Craig Civil
Director of Data Science & AI, BSI (British Standards Institution)
Elena Sinel
Founder & CEO, Teens In AI
Nabeel Nawaz
Global CIO M&A Leader, IBM
Nick Harry
Chief Technology Officer, VML
Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace, reshaping industries and redefining the way we work. The future of AI panel at Tech & AI LIVE London will bring together leading experts to explore the next phase of AI development, from generative AI and agentic AI to autonomous decision-making and AI-driven workflows. The discussion will address the opportunities and risks of increasingly advanced AI systems, the balance between regulation and innovation, and the ethical considerations of AI integration. This session will provide insights into where AI is heading and how organizations can adapt to an AI-driven future.
Panel Discussion
The Sustainable Technology Forum
May 15, 2025 | 11:00 - 11:45 (BST)
Stage 1
Speakers
Mark Yeeles
Vice President, Secure Power Division, Schneider Electric
Dr. Kathrin Gabriele Kind
AI & Advanced Analytics – SLS A. Director – GGM, Cognizant
Elhannah Adekeye
Global Cybersecurity GRC Manager, Deloitte
Petrina Steele
Global Lead Emerging Technologies, Equinix (UK) LTD
This forum examines the intersection of technology and sustainability. Experts will discuss how innovations such as green computing, renewable energy adoption and circular IT strategies can drive both environmental impact and business value, paving the way for a sustainable digital future.
Panel Discussion
The Future of Cloud ERP
May 15, 2025 | 11:00 - 11:30 (BST)
Stage 2
Speakers
Stuart Walters
Chief Information Officer and Partner, BDO UK LLP
Andy Reid
Head of Product Marketing, ERP, Sage Limited
As enterprises accelerate their digital transformation journeys, Cloud ERP is evolving into a cornerstone for intelligent, agile business operations. This panel brings together industry leaders to explore the next frontier of Cloud ERP—where AI, automation, and data interoperability converge. We'll examine how modern ERP systems are breaking down silos, enabling real-time decision-making, and supporting scalable, sustainable growth. From composable architectures to hyperpersonalised user experiences, discover how the future of Cloud ERP is being shaped by innovation, and what it means for business leaders today.
Panel Discussion
Technology Infrastructure Strategies with nLighten
May 15, 2025 | 14:15 - 15:00 (BST)
Stage 1
As digital transformation accelerates, organizations must rethink their technology infrastructure to ensure resilience, scalability and efficiency. The technology infrastructure strategies panel at Tech & AI LIVE London will bring together industry leaders to explore the key considerations shaping modern IT architecture. Topics will include cloud adoption, edge computing, AI-driven optimization and the balance between flexibility and security. This discussion will provide practical insights into building robust infrastructure strategies that can support the evolving demands of businesses and emerging technologies.
Panel Discussion
The Industrial AI Forum
May 15, 2025 | 14:15 - 15:00 (BST)
Stage 2
Speakers
John Walsh
Group Head of Technology (Global CIO), Finlays
Arindam Gupta
Global Presales Lead for Gen AI (Copilot Agentic Solutions), Cognizant
Jan Heimes
CEO, Needle
AI is rapidly transforming industrial operations—from predictive maintenance and quality control to autonomous production and supply chain optimisation. This forum brings together industry pioneers to explore real-world applications, deployment challenges, and ethical considerations. Gain insights into how AI is driving productivity, resilience, and competitiveness across manufacturing, logistics, and beyond in the era of intelligent industry.
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