SPOTLIGHT DINNER EVENT

Our Spotlight Dinner Cybersecurity Event in Dubai brought together 15 senior InfoSec leaders from across the UAE to discuss the critical topic, "Complete Visibility: A CISO's Dream or Reality?". The CISO Leadership event, held in partnership with ExtraHop, a leading provider of AI-based network intelligence, delved into a subject that has become increasingly vital in today’s complex cybersecurity landscape.

Held at the prestigious Fairmont Dubai, the event provided an unscripted and dynamic platform for cybersecurity leaders to share their experiences and best practices on achieving full visibility, a critical objective for Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) around the globe. 

Key Highlights of the Spotlight Dinner Event

• In-Depth Discussions on Full Visibility for CISOs
  The focus of the event was the elusive goal of complete visibility in cybersecurity. Mahmoud Yassin, CISO of United Arab Bank, delivered a keynote address sharing his journey toward achieving full visibility within his organization. The event also covered the rise in popularity of AI-driven tools like ChatGPT and the increasing need for CISOs to have comprehensive visibility into their network infrastructure.
  
  
• Unscripted, Insightful Conversations
  Unlike many structured cybersecurity conferences, the Spotlight Dinner Event was entirely spontaneous. This led to vibrant, real-time discussions where participants shared their challenges and insights on complex topics like hybrid infrastructures, dynamic connectivity, and how to streamline incident response. Cybersecurity leaders from diverse sectors—including banking, finance, and government—provided a range of perspectives on how to overcome these challenges.
  
  
• Expert-Led Product Demonstration
  A highlight of the event was a live demonstration of ExtraHop’s AI-enabled Network Detection and Response (NDR) solution, which provided attendees with hands-on insights into how businesses can achieve full visibility, even in complicated hybrid and multi-cloud environments. ExtraHop’s AI-driven technology helps CISOs detect threats faster, automate response processes, and simplify network security across distributed systems.
  
  
• Exclusive Networking Opportunities
  The intimate dinner setting allowed CISOs and InfoSec professionals to connect in a relaxed, informal environment. Attendees praised the focused and collaborative nature of the discussions, which provided them with actionable takeaways and new industry connections. The small group size also fostered meaningful dialogue, allowing everyone to contribute and share their expertise.

Top Takeaways from the CISO Networking Dinner Event

• Full Visibility is Achievable with the Right Tools
  Attendees agreed that while full visibility is a challenging goal, it is increasingly becoming a reality with advancements in AI-based tools. Solutions like ExtraHop’s NDR platform offer real-time visibility into network activity, helping security teams spot anomalies and respond to threats faster.
  
  
• Hybrid and Distributed Environments Pose Unique Challenges
  CISOs identified complex network infrastructures as a significant barrier to achieving full visibility. As businesses expand across geographies and adopt hybrid cloud environments, the need for integrated visibility tools that span these infrastructures is more important than ever.
  
  
• Practical, Actionable Advice for CISOs
  The event’s collaborative format allowed CISOs to share practical advice on how to improve visibility and demonstrate ROI from their security investments. 
  
  
• Vendor Solutions Must Address Real-World Challenges
  A key takeaway for vendors was the importance of developing solutions that address the real-world challenges faced by CISOs. By facilitating unscripted discussions, Cyber Management Alliance’s Cybersecurity Events give vendors like ExtraHop the opportunity to receive direct feedback from key decision-makers, enabling them to better tailor their offerings to customer needs.

What Makes our Spotlight Dinner Cybersecurity Events so Unique?

If you're a cybersecurity professional or vendor, our intimate Spotlight Dinner Cybersecurity Events offer an unmatched opportunity to engage with senior InfoSec leaders. The unique format allows you to gain insights into the latest trends and challenges in cybersecurity. 

• Engage with Industry Leaders: Gain actionable strategies from top CISOs who share their experiences and challenges. You get an opportunity to show them how your products and services could help address those challenges while also taking into consideration their feedback and inputs. 
  
  
• Collaborative and Unscripted Discussions: Participate in open, real-time discussions that dive deep into pressing cybersecurity issues without the constraints of a scripted agenda.
  
  
• Exclusive Networking Opportunities: Connect with senior cybersecurity decision-makers in a relaxed, focused environment that fosters meaningful conversations and future collaborations. 

Read our blog on the Spotlight Dinner Cybersecurity Event with ExtraHop for more details on what happened and what the event attendees had to say about their experience.