Speakers

Andy Giles, Executive Director, Cyber & Technology Risk Reporting and Metrics, JPMorgan Chase

Andy leads cybersecurity intelligence integration with business security risk management stakeholder groups and manages strategic cybersecurity intelligence sharing relationships within the UK.  Andy is an internationally experienced cybersecurity leader in the financial services industry, where he has led security policy implementation, risk and control management,... consultancy services and cyberthreat intelligence frameworks integration within high-profile financial services firms, where he also provided transformational thought leadership in the Zero Trust architecture and metrics automation fields. A veteran of British military intelligence and security operations spanning Asia, the Middle East, the Mediterranean and Central Europe, Andy is passionate about clearly communicating how cyberthreats can impact security risks to enable effective decision-making.more

Monika Atanasova, Global Head of Cyber TPRM, Raiffeisen Group

Minika is an experienced security strategist in highly regulated sectors, adept in designing and implementing Cyber TPRM strategies and programs, with a long-term international expertise in contractual negotiations and stakeholder management within electric mobility, cyber security and renewable energies.

Will Collison, Technical Director - Cryptography, HSBC

Will Collison has over 20 years of experience working in cyber security and is currently working as HSBC’s Technical Director for Cryptography. He is transforming a critical part of the bank’s cybersecurity and leading a team of specialists and leaders providing support and expertise in the foundations of secure computing.

Klaus Haller, Senior IT Security Architect, AXA

Klaus is a seasoned Senior IT Security Architect with extensive experience in the Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure. Proven expertise in business analysis, managing integration projects, test management, data loss prevention, risk and compliance, and IT organizational consulting and service design. Conference enthusiast. Author of the book Managing AI in an Enterprise

Federico Casano, CISO, YAPEAL

Federico Casano is a forward-looking and business-focused Technical Cybersecurity Leader (CISO/CSO) with a decade of international experience steering global security strategy across high-stakes Consulting, Banking, FinTech, and SaaS environments. His expertise includes M&A Security Integration, Multi-Cloud Transformation Strategy, Global Risk & Compliance... Management, Application Security, and building high-performance, business-aligned security organizations. Federico has a proven track record of aligning security with business objectives. He is passionate about championing a culture where security is a competitive advantage—mitigating enterprise risk while accelerating innovation and enabling sustainable business growth. Federico holds a degree in Computer Engineering with focus on Cybersecurity, and a Minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. He also achieved the most respected cybersecurity certifications: AAISM CISM CCSP CISSP CRISC GXPN OSCP OSWP CEH RTO AZ-500 SC-400 1Z0-1104 SCS-C02 ISMS-Lead-Auditor.Beyond his professional pursuits, Federico is a lifelong learner, an advocate for community impact through volunteering, and an avid student of finance and geopolitics.more

Idir Laurent Khiar, DPO and AI Officer, Baltic Cluster, Geopost SA

Dr. Idir Laurent Khiar serves as Data Protection Officer and AI Officer for the Baltic Cluster of Geopost SA (former DPDgroup), part of La Poste Groupe, Europe’s largest parcel delivery network. In this role, he oversees data protection and AI governance across Geopost’s/DPD’s operations in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.Previously, he served as Co-Head of Data... Protection and Data Protection Officer (DPO) at Raiffeisen Group in Switzerland. Earlier in his career, he was Of Counsel at SwissLegal and Head of Privacy & ICT Law at PwC Legal Switzerland. He advised companies, investors, and public authorities on data protection, cybersecurity, and technology law across Europe, Asia, and the United States.Dr. Khiar holds two master’s degrees in political science and law & technology, an LL.M. in cybercrime and cybersecurity, and a PhD in EU regulatory politics. He is a certified Data Protection Officer (HSG) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). In addition to his professional roles, he is an active business angel and mentor to start-ups across Europe.more

Dr. Diana Coman Schmid, CISO, Canton of Glarus

Dr. Diana Coman Schmid is a trusted cybersecurity leader recognized for building security programs that strengthen organizational resilience, enable innovation, and support strategic objectives. Recipient of the CISO Awards 2025 – Future Leader, she is passionate about positioning cybersecurity as a strategic enabler by bringing together people, processes, and technology... to manage risk effectively. She works across organizational boundaries to build trust, foster shared ownership, and embed security into decision-making and everyday practice.Emerging technologies, increasingly shaped and accelerated by AI, are a key focus area, with an emphasis on secure design, responsible use, and measurable value creation. With an interdisciplinary background in science, statistics, and cybersecurity, Diana brings a data-driven, systems-thinking perspective to complex security challenges. She believes that effective cybersecurity starts with people and is committed to making security practical, inclusive, and accessible for organizations and individuals alike. Her mission is to empower leaders, teams, and communities to navigate an increasingly digital world with confidence, resilience, and responsibility.more

Manit Sahib, Ethical Hacker & Former Head of Penetration Testing & Red Teaming, Bank of England

Manit is an experienced offensive security expert who is certified by UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) as well as His Majesty’s CESG Check scheme (HMG CHECK). He has over ten years professional experience in both UK Government and private offensive security operations. Formerly, Manit was the Head of Penetration Testing & Red Teaming at the... Bank of England.more

Philipp Grabher, CISO, Canton Zurich

Philipp Grabher is the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of the Canton Zurich and is responsible for its cyber security strategy. Further tasks include ensuring an adequate cyber security resilience in the cantonal administration, planning and carrying out security assessments and audits, raising awareness and developing the necessary... security policies. He holds a PhD in information security from Bristol University, UK. more

Juan Carlos Lopez Ruggiero, Lecturer, HSLU, Lucerne

Juan Carlos is a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with over 20 years of extensive experience in information security management for critical infrastructures, cybersecurity, risk management, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. He has a proven track record of developing and executing comprehensive information security strategies, identifying... potential risks, and presenting actionable plans to senior leadership.Juan Carlos is expert at driving strategic security initiatives and overseeing the evaluation, implementation, and management of advanced security technologies in critical infrastructure environments, With a robust international and multicultural background, Juan Carlos has lived and worked in North and South America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. This global experience equips him with a deep understanding of diverse regulatory frameworks and cultural contexts, enhancing his ability to implement security measures worldwide.more

Agnès Terreau, Country DPO & Security Officer, ManPower Group

Agnès is a dedicated Data Protection and Information Security professional with a strong focus on emerging technologies, ethics, and regulatory strategy. She helps ensure privacy and security are integrated into digital systems by working closely with leadership, IT, and business teams. With deep experience in developing and maintaining practical compliance frameworks... across multilingual and multijurisdictional environments, she supports organisations in meeting regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of accountability and responsible data use. In 2023, she was recognised as a finalist for the PICCASO Privacy Awards Europe in the category “Best Privacy Culture Improvement Award,” honouring her impact on privacy awareness and cultural transformation.
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Cédric Blöchlinger, Sales Engineer, Rubrik

Cédric Blöchlinger is an IT and cybersecurity professional based in Zurich, Switzerland. He currently works at Rubrik, where he helps organizations strengthen their data security and cyber resilience. With a strong focus on modern cloud technologies and enterprise data protection, Cédric is passionate about delivering innovative solutions that enable businesses... to safeguard their critical information and accelerate digital transformationmore

Andreas Muller, Regional Sales Director CEUR, Delinea

As VP Sales CEUR, I was responsible for building and managing Delinea's Enterprise Account Team in the region. I have over 20 years of experience in consulting and sales of IT security solutions at leading companies such as Check Point Software as Head of Enterprise Sales D, Vectra.ai as Regional Director DACH, and Lumension (now Ivanti). My technical background has... fostered a constant interest in new topics, combined with extensive experience in security, compliance, and process-related challenges, solutions, and their implementation.more

Alex Hitchen, Sales Engineer, Huntress

Alex is a Sales Engineer at Huntress, he works with organisations to strengthen their security posture and build capabilities around Threat Detection & Response. With a background in cybersecurity consulting, he brings practical experience helping businesses develop security strategies that deliver protection against evolving threats. Today, he focuses on making... it easier for organisations to respond to threats, reduce risk, and improve operational efficiency. He regularly supports organisations through technical enablement, workshops, and strategic conversations around managed security.more