CWO Dinner • UK • AI/ML
Proven pathways for scaling AI and game-changing ROI
Network with your banking and financial services peers over cutting-edge insight that will help you deliver measurable value from accelerated AI pilots.
7 places remaining
When
Thursday 7th May
18:30 – 21:30 BST
Where
HIDE,
London
Who
BFSI Leaders in IT, technology, and AI
Hosted by
Business insights
You’re invited to an exclusive gathering of BFSI leaders at the Michelin-starred HIDE, Mayfair; courtesy of Chief Wine Officer Lenovo & NVIDIA. Together with your fellow guests, you’ll hear exclusive insight direct from expert voices, including Lenovo’s AI Lead, Ellie Wood. Over the course of a luxury three-course meal, we’ll explore proven strategies for extracting maximum ROI from AI pilot programmes, with a dedicated focus on the nuances of banking and financial services. Meanwhile, you’ll also be treated to a guided fine wine tasting from certified Master of Wine, Peter McCombie. Can we save you a seat?
BFSI leaders are seeing remarkable results from AI-assisted fraud detection, agentic payment processing, and highly personalised customer experiences that are transforming the sector. With 97% of organisations planning to raise AI budgets within the next year, the competitive advantage will lie with those who boldly embrace innovation, without compromising on quality. This is how Nscale built a cutting-edge AI factory in Iceland, vastly reducing TTIF for their clients and establishing a blueprint for new projects around the world. At this unique event, you’ll learn everything you need to see your own projects thrive and bring your organisation into the AI-era.
Key discussion points
- Plotting your unique AI roadmap, from pilot to production
- Crucial learnings from the CIO Playbook 2026, with actionable next steps
- The importance of data readiness, and how to identify and enhance quality at your organisation
This exclusive networking experience is open to just 12 AI, IT, and tech leaders at BFSI organisations in Greater London. Invite a relevant senior colleague by contacting the Event Director—but seats are filling fast, so secure yours now.
What to expect
Business insights
Engage around topical subject matters contextualised by focussed, relaxed thought leadership speeches. You’ll gain relevant business insights and real-world examples of how to put these into practice.
Industry networking
In a relaxed environment, you’ll meet subject matter experts, industry leaders, and some of the best minds in your field. This is a chance to make valuable connections with your peers around your sector’s most pressing topics.
Wine and dine
Enjoy an expert-led wine tasting and fine dining experience at five-star restaurants and hotels around the world. You’ll also take part in some light competition to crown a new Chief Wine Officer. Soft drink options are also available for those who prefer an alcohol-free experience.
Guest pledge
Come prepared to contribute to discussions, think about anything specific you might like to learn, and please let us know if you won’t be able to make it on the night. We’ll take care of the rest, including introducing you to the event sponsor. So you can just enjoy the experience and tasting.
Speakers and hosts
Ellie Wood
AI Lead, Lenovo
Peter McCombie MW
Master of Wine
Ciara Hazelwood
Chief Wine Officer
Your venue
One Michelin Star
Award-winning Hedonism Wines on site
Exceptional seasonal menu
HIDE in the heart central London is a simply sophisticated Michelin-starred restaurant serving exceptional dishes from seasonal British produce.
Brought to life over three floors by Hedonism Wines, HIDE is exceptionally lit and overlooks the famous Green Park. Private dining in the Hide & Seek room on the first floor is a sophisticated oasis adorned with soft earthen tones and an exceptional view.
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Hosted by
Lenovo and NVIDIA partner to deliver Hybrid AI solutions that help enterprises build, deploy, and scale AI across edge, data center, and cloud environments. Combining Lenovo’s infrastructure and services with NVIDIA’s accelerated computing and AI software, the collaboration enables organizations to create AI Factories – integrated platforms that turn enterprise data into AI models, insights, and applications. These solutions simplify the development and deployment of generative AI while maintaining flexibility, performance, and security across hybrid environments.
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What to expect from
CWO Dinner?
Exclusive insights. New connections. Premium wines.This is the CWO experience.
Held at some of the finest restaurants and hotels around the world, CWO Dinner events offer an unforgettable networking experience. Hear from expert speakers while making new connections over fine dining and curated wine tasting.
After an insightful discussion, one guest will be declared the evening’s ‘Chief Wine Officer’. Will you be the best taster in the room?
From business insights to peer networking and the famous CWO competition, find out more here.