CWO Dinner • UK • Security
Risk and transformation strategies for smarter, future-proofed FSI security
Join your senior IT security peers for Michelin-starred dining and insight into how to drive radical cost efficiencies while fortifying your security posture
11 places remaining

When
Thursday 22nd January
18:30 – 21:30 GMT
Where
HIDE,
London
Who
IT security leaders
Hosted by
Business insights
You’re invited to an evening of Chatham House rule discussions, fine dining, and expert-led wine tasting at HIDE, London; courtesy of Chief Wine Officer & Palo Alto Networks. At this exclusive event, you’ll hear from Nick Calver, an international Banking executive with extensive experience of delivering complex transformation within FSI from both customer and supplier sides. Together with Jack Hughes; a global leader with a 10+ year track record of successfully mitigating complex, large-scale cyber incidents worldwide, Nick & Jack will pull back the curtain on some recent global incidents, sharing critical lessons from successful attacks and pinpointing the exact security gaps—from supply chain weaknesses to fundamental vulnerabilities—that are allowing major business disruption in FSI today. Meanwhile, a certified Master of Wine will introduce you to a range of exquisite fine wines during a memorable and entertaining tasting experience. Can we book you a seat at the table?
FSI organisations are constantly reacting to the ever-evolving threat landscape. Many lack the skillset to effectively get ahead of the threat curve. But market leaders are leaping ahead using threat intelligence, implementing crucial frameworks and emerging technologies to build lasting resilience. This is how D Commerce Bank decrypted 100% of web traffic and reduced security alerting by a staggering 50%, while GFT used this approach to securely build, launch, and run the newly founded Salt Bank. At this unique event for IT security leaders in FSI, we’ll unpack how you can do the same.
Key discussion points
- How to build resilience and secure budget with a threat-led strategy
- Immediate, intelligence-driven insight into how rapidly-mobilising actors are pivoting across sectors
- Commercial constructs and negotiation tactics to absorb growth and reduce third-party IT spend
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
This exclusive networking experience is open to just 14 IT security leaders from FSI organisations in Greater London. Invite a relevant senior colleague by contacting the Event Director—but spots around the table are filling fast, so secure yours now.
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.
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
Palo Alto Networks is the world’s cybersecurity leader. We innovate to outpace cyberthreats, so organizations can embrace technology with confidence. We provide next-gen cybersecurity to thousands of customers globally, across all sectors. Our best-in-class cybersecurity platforms and services are backed by industry- leading threat intelligence and strengthened by state-of-the-art automation. Whether deploying our products to enable the Zero Trust Enterprise, responding to a security incident, or partnering to deliver better security outcomes through a world-class partner ecosystem, we’re committed to helping ensure each day is safer than the one before. It’s what makes us the cybersecurity partner of choice.
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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.




