FAIRFIELD, Conn., Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Regional CIOs, CISOs and other senior technology executives responsible for billions of dollars in enterprise technology investments will gather September 22 at HMG Strategy's 18th Annual Chicago C-Level Technology Leadership Summit. Qualified technology executives are encouraged to register now for the summit at The University Club of Chicago. Critical topics for discussion include AI governance, Agentic AI, cybersecurity resilience, enterprise transformation and the evolving role of the "CEO of Technology."
The summit will feature executive discussions and panels with technology leaders from IBM, JPMorgan Chase, Archer Daniels Midland, CNA Insurance, Comcast Business Services, Veralto, IAT Insurance Group and other leading organizations.
HMG Strategy will also recognize several Chicago-area technology executives with Global Leadership Institute Awards (GLIA) for their visionary leadership and contributions to enterprise transformation.
Attendance is complimentary for qualified senior technology executives. The summit is designed for CIOs, CISOs, CTOs, Chief Digital Officers, Chief Data Officers, Chief AI Officers and other senior business technology leaders seeking practical strategies for leading AI-enabled transformation while managing cybersecurity risk and delivering measurable business outcomes.
Why Attend? Attendees will gain:
- Practical leadership insights from Fortune 1000 technology leaders
- Peer networking opportunities within HMG’s unique executive community
- Technology intelligence on real-world use cases for Agentic AI and cyber risk
- Leadership development insights to strengthen executive presence and board-level influence
The summit is part of HMG Strategy's executive leadership framework for helping senior technology leaders prepare their enterprises for AI, strengthen board-level influence and generate measurable business value through trusted peer engagement. The event is designed for executives seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities, build strategic relationships and connect with peers at the highest levels of the C-suite.
Themes to be explored at the summit include:
- AI Leadership & Governance: Navigating Agentic AI, Generative AI, enterprise AI adoption, AI risk management, AI security and responsible implementation
- Cybersecurity Resilience: Strategies for risk management and building AI-native security frameworks
- The “CEO of Technology” Vision: Empowering CIOs to lead business transformation, board influence and board governance
- Digital Transformation: Updating the enterprise through digital innovation, data intelligence and cloud strategy
"Technology leaders have an opportunity to redefine what it means to lead in an era of rapid technological change," said Hunter Muller, founder and CEO of HMG Strategy. "The most effective leaders aren't simply deploying new technologies. They're helping their organizations understand where technology creates lasting value, manage emerging risks and make smarter decisions about the future. Our Chicago summit provides an opportunity for senior executives to engage candidly with peers and explore the leadership challenges and opportunities shaping the next generation of enterprise transformation."
View the full Agenda and Speaker lineup.
Featured Executive Discussions and Panels
Featured executive discussions and panel sessions will explore:
- Operational resilience and building data-driven enterprises
- AI operating models and intelligent execution strategies
- Designing the future workforce in the age of AI
- Cybersecurity innovation as a strategic differentiator
- Leveraging data, AI and emerging technologies to drive business performance
- The evolving CIO leadership profile and the growing influence of technology executives across the enterprise
Executives will also participate in interactive roundtable discussions covering AI implementation and ethics, leadership development, workforce transformation, work-life balance, authentic leadership, sales enablement and other critical business technology topics. The event will conclude with HMG Strategy's Innovation Accelerator Startup Showcase, featuring emerging companies driving innovation in AI, cybersecurity and enterprise technology.
With registration closing soon and limited executive passes remaining, qualified technology executives are encouraged to register now for their complimentary executive pass to join their peers on September 22 for discussions on AI governance, Agentic AI, cybersecurity resilience, innovation leadership, enterprise transformation and the evolving role of the CEO of Technology.
The University Club of Chicago Experience
Hosted at The University Club of Chicago at the lakefront, the summit combines world-class executive leadership discussions with an exceptional networking environment in an exclusive private club. Attendees will enjoy a complimentary full culinary breakfast, an executive luncheon and a networking reception while engaging with peers from leading enterprises across the region. The exclusive setting provides a unique opportunity for technology leaders to build trusted relationships and exchange actionable insights throughout the day.
About HMG Strategy
HMG Strategy is the premier executive leadership platform and peer community for CIOs, CISOs, CTOs, Chief Digital Officers, and senior technology leaders. Through its nationally recognized C-Level Technology Leadership Summits, Executive Leadership Series, Global CIO & CISO Executive Leadership Alliance (CELA), research initiatives, and digital platforms, HMG helps technology executives navigate the biggest leadership challenges that enterprises face.
With a global network of more than 500,000 technology leaders, HMG Strategy serves as a trusted forum for advancing AI governance, Agentic AI adoption, cybersecurity resilience, digital transformation, innovation strategy, and executive leadership. HMG’s mission is to help technology executives become visionary business leaders and CEOs of Technology who drive measurable business outcomes while preparing their organizations for the future.
Founded in 2008 by Hunter Muller, HMG Strategy is built on its Trust & Inspire leadership philosophy, helping executives strengthen peer relationships, share actionable insights and become better leaders through meeting with trusted community members.
For more information, visit www.hmgstrategy.com.
Contact:
Peggy Pedwano
Chief Operations Officer
HMG Strategy
2150 Post Road, Suite 402
Fairfield, CT 06824
203-221-2702 | peggyp@hmgstrategy.com
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