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CSO 360 LatAm

This event took place on 10-11 December 2025 at Hilton Rio De Janeiro Copacabana. The pages below are kept as a record of the programme, speakers and sponsors.

DATE10-11 December 2025
VENUEHilton Rio De Janeiro Copacabana

Bem-vindo | Bienvenido | Welcome Latin America

Inaugural CSO 360 LatAm

Leadership in Corporate Security, Intelligence, Investigations: Protecting People, Profits, Property, and Reputation
10-11 December 2025 | Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana | Brazil

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100% In-Person. No Virtual, No Hybrid.
Trusted engagement, interactive formats, cultural evenings to connect with peers.

100% Presencial. Sin Virtual, Sin Híbrido.
Interacción confiable y participativa con networking en noches culturales.

100% Presencial. Sem Virtual, Sem Híbrido.
Interação confiável e participativa com networking em noites culturais.

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CSO 360 LatAm will bring together Chief Security Officers and Directors of Corporate Security, Intelligence and Investigations from across Central and South America and beyond for imperative discussions on resilience priorities for businesses.

  • Compare and share how prominent security leaders are leading teams and driving their businesses forward
  • Benchmark with security and resilience peers and learn from those doing the job day in day out
  • Build collective resilience

Why CSO 360 LatAm?

  • Connect, innovate and leave inspired. Sit with peers who you know are largely facing similar risks and opportunities
  • Engage in a trusted space with fellow CSOs and senior security and intelligence practitioners and for meeting technology luminaries
  • 360° Integration: Move between CSO 360LatAm and our co-located cybersecurity event, CISO 360 LatAm events to gain ‘360 resilience’ insights
  • Focus on business: Real-world case stories, immersive roundtables
  • Global intimacy – Meet security peers from around the world. Practitioner-led regional + international speaker panel
  • CSO 360 Innovation Hub: Stay on the pulse of technology

Themes including:

  • Leadership role, mission and purpose
  • Artificial Intelligence in corporate security, intelligence and investigations
  • Insider risk
  • Physical Security and executive protection
  • Geopolitics
  • Travel Risk

CSO ⇄ CISO: Security 360 Leadership.

Elevando o Padrão da Resiliência: Onde a Segurança Dança como Uma Só
Subiendo la Vara de la Resiliencia: Donde la Seguridad Baila como Una
Raising the Resilience Bar: Where Security Dances as One

Read more about CISO 360 LatAm (cybersecurity focus)

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Many thanks to Sponsors of CSO 360 LatAm 2025

Platinum Protector + Networking Sponsors

Platinum Protectors

Supporting Organisation

 

With thanks to our sponsors

Platinum Protector + Networking Sponsors

Platinum Protectors

Supporting Organisations

Programme CISO + CSO 360 LatAm

The programme is currently in development. The latest is below.

We’d love to have your input in shaping the agenda! Let us know any topics or speakers you would like to see teampulse@pulseconferences.com.

AGENDA 

Speakers

We are currently inviting and confirming Speakers for the inaugural CSO 360 LatAm conference.

Enquire about becoming a speaker

We are always looking for:

  • keynote insights, cutting-edge ‘live’ demos
  • new best practice corporate case studies, fresh ideas, forward thinking topics on security and governance matters
  • sessions with actionable takeaways and positive contributions to the output reports
  • the world’s smartest thinkers and doers in security, cyber, privacy, resilience, risk, governance, compliance

We welcome your input into shaping the agenda and speaker panels.

Our programmes are highly researched with practitioners who do the job day in and day out. They are organic to ensure that we remain agile to meet the most current requirements.

For further information, please contact Sara Hook
sara.hook@pulseconferences.com

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Adrian Galindo

Cybersecurity Manager for Products, Hitachi Vantara (& ISC2 Mexico) (Mexico)

Global Leader for Product Security, helping to secure our products and services as part of the CISO Cybersecurity Leadership Team @ Hitachi Vantara.
Founding member (ISC)2 Mexico City Chartering Chapter.
CISSP, CCSP, ISSMP.

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Alejandra Guevara

Head of Compliance, HSBC Mexico (& ISC2 Mexico)

Alejandra Guevara is a cybersecurity and AI risk leader with over 15 years of experience in global financial institutions. She currently serves as Cybersecurity Compliance Assurance Manager at a global financial institution (Confidential), where she leads cybersecurity compliance audits, third-party information security assessments, and industrial control systems (ICS) evaluations. Her work focuses on identity, fraud prevention, and emerging risks such as synthetic identities, helping banks design practical control, governance, and audit frameworks.

Previously, Alejandra was Compliance, Governance and Information Security Manager and Business Information Security Officer (BISO) at Citibanamex, overseeing data center security in Mexico City and Querétaro, vendor risk management, incident response, and both physical and logical security operations. She has led multidisciplinary security and risk initiatives involving CISOs, CSOs, compliance, engineering, and data teams, translating complex technical issues into clear business and board-level decisions.

She is a frequent speaker on AI governance, digital identity, and security strategy in Latin America, recognized for her ability to bridge technical and executive audiences and to guide organizations in the secure adoption of emerging technologies. Alejandra holds a Master’s in Personal Data Protection from Universidad de La Rioja and cybersecurity certifications from MIT and ISC2.

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Ana Laise Batista

Security Manager LATAM South, Ericsson Telecomunications (Brazil)

I hold an M.Sc. in Military Science and am a Certified Protection Professional (CPP®, 2025) by ASIS International, as well as a Certified Security Management Professional (CSMP®, 2022). I have broad security management experience in distinct multinational organizations across sectors including tech, pharmaceutical, digital industrial, agribusiness, and telecommunications. My expertise lies in managing diverse security programs and cross-functional projects throughout the LATAM region. Expertise in Brand & Product protection against anti-illicit trade.

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Breno Araujo

Head of Corporate Security Latin America, Corteva Agriscience (Brazil)

Breno Araujo is a Security Executive with over 15 years of experience leading Corporate Security and Investigations across global market leaders such as BAT and Corteva (DowDuPont). He specializes in deploying new security departments and functions and designing Global and Enterprise-wide Standards and Governance for new structures and ventures. He advocates for driving organization change through a data-oriented, ROI, and Risk-based approach (ESRM). His work has secured some of LATAM’s largest and highest risk supply chains with over 3,500 robberies per year, mitigating over US$50 million in fraud losses and achieving zero long-term business interruption during major crises in the past years. He is a CPP, CFE, and a co-author of ASIS Global Business Continuity Guideline.

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Carlos Gonçalves

Principal Security Engineer, Banco do Brasil (Brazil)

Joining us from Brazil, Carlos is responsible for defining strategies for security assessments, cyber defense, security automation and threat intelligence, he acts as a technical specialist with the red, blue, automation and threat intelligence teams. Carlos holds an MBS from the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de JaneiroPontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro.

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Dr Sally Leivesley

Managing Director Newrisk Limited UK, Member of the Register of Security Engineers and Specialists, international media commentator on cyber, catastrophic risks, terrorism and nuclear war (UK)

Dr Leivesley, sally@newrisk.com works on generic solutions to catastrophic risks to critical infrastructure across all disciplines and contributes practical applications to government policy and business. She has been a Panel adviser to for the British IET and CPNI supported publication for Cyber Security in the Built Environment.
As an Advisor to companies and governments on protection of people and infrastructure and strategies for security and business Dr Leivesley has worked across industry sectors gas and petrochemicals; power distribution; hazardous goods transportation by rail; underground and aboveground rail; underground mines; bulk shipping and banks.
As an international media commentator she has commentated for BBC World Service and other news outlets on extreme threats – Chinese spy balloon over USA nuclear missile site, uranium package at London Heathrow airport, cyber; terrorism; aviation losses; nuclear reactor explosions; Kabul 2021 evacuation; South China Sea; Polonium-210 and Novichok poisonings, Beslan siege; Iran; DPRK; USA Presidential security abroad; Covid-19, unexplained incidents such as MH370 and chemical incidents.

Dr Leivesley has held international scientific meetings on issues of catastrophic risk including risks of emerging nuclear weapons, infrastructure resilience including cyber, Covid-19 solutions and hazardous near-earth objects.
She was director of two disaster recovery units in Australia (weather and chemical incidents) and trained by British Home Office as Scientific Advisor holding a Cold War appointment as on all aspects of nuclear war.
PhD London University; Member of the Register of Security Engineers and Specialists RSES; International Association of Bomb Technicians and Investigator; Royal United Services Institute for Defence Studies, and the British Information Assurance Advisory Council Community.

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Eduardo Rezende

Head of Loss Prevention, Mercado Livre (Brazil)

Eduardo Rezende is Loss Prevention Senior Manager (Head of Loss Prevention) at Mercado Livre (Brazil). He embeds ESRM and data-led prevention across Mercado Livre Brazil Logistics, aligning risk appetite and decision rights with Operations from first mile to last mile — including fulfilment, cross-docks, line-haul and Sortation Centres. Over the past five years, Brazil has seen step-change expansion and record investment, while the last 12 months accelerated coverage and speed promises — raising the bar for standardisation and control resilience at scale. Working at the intersection of LP, fraud, cyber and site security, he leads multidisciplinary squads that convert risk signals into service, continuity and cost outcomes. His focus is pragmatic controls that survive scale, transparent control-to-value mapping, and federated governance that keeps local realities aligned to enterprise standards.

James Brasil

LPEC, Head of Security LATAM Corporate Security Legal & Compliance, GSK Brazil

James Brasil is a seasoned security executive with over 20 years of experience across Brazil and Latin America, specializing in complex organizational environments and diverse industries. Currently serving as the Head of Corporate Security for LATAM at GSK, James is responsible for establishing corporate security governance, aligning security resources with business objectives, and ensuring robust crisis and continuity planning across the region.

James holds a bachelor degree in marketing and certifications in Anti-Counterfeiting and Brand Protection from Michigan State University, Leadership in Ethics and Compliance from the Ethics & Compliance Institute, Crisis Management from Northwestern University. He is also a certified Green Belt in Lean/Six Sigma methodology and has completed advanced training in incident and kidnap management.

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João Pedro Sá Teles - Embedded Intelligence Analyst

Americas, Sibylline (Brazil)

João is an intelligence and security strategist with Sibylline Ltd, where he advises organizations on geopolitical and operational risks affecting global business performance.
Formerly an intel analyst with a leading mining company, João has ample experience dealing with insider threats, risks in Latin America, and in investigations in the region.
Graduated with a BA in International Relations from PUC-Rio, he helps senior leaders translate complex intelligence into practical strategies for resilience and growth.

 

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Lady Olga Maitland

President, Defence and Security Forum UK (UK)

Lady Olga Maitland, Founder, Defense and Security Forum and Chairman, Copenhagen Compliance – has wide experience in all major Governance, risk Management and Compliance issues in general and global Fraud and Corruption problems in particular. She is a special adviser to a number of dignitaries and a widely sought after speaker at all Major Conferences on several Corporate Governance issues. Lady Olga is a former British MP for the Conservative party. Prior to her political career she was a reporter for the Fleet Street News Agency, a columnist in the London.

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Leandro Ferreira

CISO, Secretaria de Tecnologia da Informação e Comunicação, Superior Tribunal de Justiça (STJ) (Brazil)

Engineer and cybersecurity specialist with extensive experience in digital security for public institutions. A civil servant at the Superior Court of Justice (STJ), he led the response to the cyber crisis that affected the court in 2020 and coordinated its cybersecurity division until 2024. He is presently completing his master’s degree in Cyber Security Project Management at the University of London and leads initiatives to improve digital maturity in the Brazilian public sector, connecting business leaders with contemporary cybersecurity challenges. He also speaks at national and international conferences and is the co-author of the book “Fui Atacado! E Agora?” (“I’ve Been Attacked! Now What?”).

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Marc Krevinghaus

President, ISC2 Peru Chapter (Peru)

Marc Krevinghaus is the President of the ISC2 Peru Chapter and a leading voice in the Latin American cybersecurity community. With over 25 years of experience across technology risk, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and governance, he has supported major global organizations in the financial, energy, retail, and telecommunications sectors.

Marc is the Managing Principal of MAKINSIGHTS, advising boards, CISOs, and technology executives on building resilient and value-driven security programs. Marc previously served as Director of Security Risk at Kaiser Permanente, AVP of Information Risk for Zurich Insurance and Head of Information Security & Compliance at Virgin Mobile and has held advisory roles with PwC and E&Y.

Marc holds an MBA from the University of Warwick and a degree in engineering from Michigan State University. He is recognized for his ability to envision and embed new concepts that connect security, business strategy, and executive decision-making across global industries.

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Marcos Reis

Director, Solutions Consulting, Mastercard (Brazil)

Information Security Specialist with over 20 years of experience in Information Technology and Information Security. Expertise in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and auditing practices, with a strong focus on internationally recognized standards and frameworks, including ISO/IE 20.0001-1, ISO/IEC 27.001, and PCI-DSS.

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Mark Wolsey

Director Special Projects Ukraine, CRH Plc. (UK)

After 25 years’ service as an officer in the Royal Marines, Mark made the transition into Corporate Security in 2006. He has been the Director of Global Security at Smiths Group, Cadbury, Philip Morris International and PwC before taking up their present position as Group Security Director at CRH.

Specialties: Security of People, property, information and reputation. All levels of investigation (including fraud and corruption), risk assessment and mitigation, contingency planning, crisis management, business intelligence and business continuity.

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Ned Farmer (USA)

Ned currently manages a globally dispersed strategic intelligence team, embedded with a major technology company.
Before joining ERI, Ned led global intelligence for Transocean, a world leader in offshore drilling.
Prior to that, as Geopolitical Risk Manager at American Airlines, he designed and implemented the geopolitical risk and security intelligence program; Ned has also served in a variety of leadership positions within the US State Department’s Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC).
Ned has previously worked at Royal Dutch Shell, the Inter-American Development Bank, the US Congress, and Morgan Stanley.
Ned received his B.A. in Political Science from McGill University in Montreal and his M.A. in International Affairs from American University in Washington, DC. He also studied at the Universidad de Salamanca in Salamanca, Spain. He is fluent in Spanish, proficient in French, and has traveled to over 100 countries.

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Rachael Hughen

Senior Intelligence Manager, FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States

Previous experience as a Program Manager and Senior Security Threat Analyst for Control Risks, embedded with Uber Global Security. Duties included- leading a team of analysts to assess and triage threats to Uber worldwide in a 24/7 intelligence monitoring center. I use creative problem solving to identify and manage high-profile crises in real-time including political unrest, terrorist attacks, active shooter incidents, and natural disasters to mitigate impacts to Uber operations, staff, and assets. Strong academic, professional, and self-taught background in international security issues such as organized crime, corruption, extortion, and insurgency. Fascinated by the complexity of organized crime and eager to work on these issues. At National Defense University, I conducted research on national security and defense issues using a full range of unclassified sources. Created strategic-level exercises that represent the complexity of the security environment.

Rachael has also worked for a Cuba-focused environmental diplomacy organization and an international economic policy institute. With a double major in International Affairs and Geology, I am fascinated by the cross section between international security and the environment. As a recently-graduated Division 1 student-athlete I am skilled in time-management and leadership. I have done extensive research into International Security Sector Reform and Latin American security issues.

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Rafael Saliés - Senior Manager

Client Success, Sibylline (Brazil)

Rafael serves as Senior Manager for the Client Success team based out of Rio de Janeiro, where he helps companies mitigate geopolitical, security, and operational risk globally.
Previous to his current position, he was a LATAM analyst for 10 years, working on Political, Economic and Security issues throughout the region, analyzing and conducting in-depth investigations on those same issues, alongside due diligence and reputational concerns.
He has led complex multi-method projects in volatile environments, advising stakeholders on emerging threats and stability scenarios.

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Richard Barta

Senior Intelligence Manager, Marriott International (USA)

Richard Barta currently serves as a Senior Manager of Global Intelligence at Marriott International where he leads the company’s geopolitical and security risk interests throughout the Western Hemisphere. Before joining Marriott’s Global Safety and Security team, Richard served at the U.S. Department of State’s Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) where he managed outreach programs and facilitated security information sharing for the premier international security public-private partnership in the U.S. Government. Prior to OSAC, Richard held roles at USAID as well as research positions within the university and advocacy sectors. He received his master’s degree from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs where he focused on national security policy and U.S. diplomacy. He also completed his undergraduate degree in Latin American history at the University of Minnesota.

Platinum Protector + Networking Sponsors

Mastercard Cybersecurity

Mastercard Cybersecurity is helping organizations secure their infrastructure, applications, third parties, and global supply chains by providing deep visibility into risk across internal systems and external relationships. Through unique threat intelligence, cyber risk insights, and multi-layered, cloud-based defense technologies, Mastercard helps organizations and consumers address risk in real-time, enhancing resilience against today’s most sophisticated cyberattacks.

www.mastercard.us/en-us.html

Platinum Protectors

Sibylline

Sibylline is a global intelligence advisory firm committed to helping decision makers identify opportunities and mitigate risks across their operating environments. Founded in 2010,it is a company built by practitioners, for practitioners, working as a trusted partner with hundreds of international companies around the world, ensuring that they have the intelligence they need to thrive in an increasingly volatile and uncertain landscape.

www.sibylline.co.uk | info@sibylline.co.uk | LinkedIn| Twitter

Supporting Organisations

The ACi

The ACi’s role is to champion the role of corporate investigators.

We are the leading independent professional body and industry voice on corporate investigations.

We aim to provide the gold standard in training, certification and continuing professional development.

Led by our members, we create networking, knowledge sharing and career opportunities, and provide central resources, thought leadership and benchmarking.

www.my-aci.com

ISCS Mexico Cityde

Somos el Capítulo de ISC2 Mexico City Chapter y te damos la bievenida, contamos con beneficios importantes para los miembros y esperamos contar con tu participación, puedes encontrar toda la información en la sección “Miembros”.

Promover la seguridad de la información y ciberseguridad en las diferentes industrias y sectores del país, ayudando a generar conciencia al público y organizaciones respecto a su importancia, a través de programas de educación, práctica, experiencia y cultura. Y aportando a la comunidad internacional las experiencias locales para ser aprovechadas por otros países.

ISC2 es una asociación internacional sin fines de lucro para líderes de seguridad de la información como usted. Estamos comprometidos a ayudar a nuestros miembros a aprender, crecer y prosperar. Con más de 150,000 miembros certificados, capacitamos a los profesionales que tocan todos los aspectos de la seguridad de la información.

Para conocer más sobre ISC2 favor de consultar: https://www.isc2.org/

Copyright 2023, ISC2 Mexico City Chapter. All Rights Reserved. ISC2, CISSP, SSCP, CAP, ISSAP,ISSEP, ISSMP, CSSLP, HCISPP and CBK are registered certification, service, and trademarks of International Information System Security Certification Consortium, Inc.

Disclaimer: ISC2 does not own, operate, or moderate this website. All content of this site, exclusive of licensed trademarks, trade dress or website format, is the property of ISC2 Mexico City Chapter, which is not owned, managed, or controlled by ISC2 and operates independent of ISC2.

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Who attends

Chief Security Officers / Corporate
Security Directors and Directors of:

  • Investigations
  • Intelligence
  • Business Continuity
  • Security Risk Management
  • Threat Management
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence
  • Security Operations
  • Illicit Trade
  • Loss Prevention
  • Fraud Prevention
  • Corporate Crime
  • Information Security

By Sector

  • Financial services – including insurance
  • Energy – power, water and critical national infrastructure companies
  • Extractives – mining, oil and gas
  • Pharmaceuticals and health
  • Consumer goods
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Transport and logistics
  • Government departments

 

Venue and Accommodation

CISO 360 LatAm 2025 will be hosted at the Hilton Rio De Janerio Copacabana in Brazil.

Hilton Rio De Janerio Copacabana, Brazil

Av. Atlântica, 1020 – Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 22010-000, Brazil
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Perched along the iconic Copacabana Beach with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and Rio’s vibrant skyline, the Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana is a landmark of elegance in one of the city’s most celebrated neighborhoods. Ideally situated near the city center, it offers effortless access to Sugarloaf Mountain, downtown Rio, and the area’s premier attractions.

Savings on Accommodation

Pulse Conferences is delighted to announce a special discounted accommodation rate to participants of the CISO 360 LATAM, while availability last.

Room Rates (All taxes included – 15% VAT & 13% Tourism tax):

  • Ocean Copacabana View Room – Single: BRL 1,318.25 | £183
  • Ocean Copacabana View Room – Double: BRL 1,364.25 | £189.40

Deadline: 14 November 2025

*Pulse is not liable for accommodation costs and our negotiated rates with the venue applies only while availability lasts. The venue may withdraw the rate at any time.

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Getting to the Venue

  • Taxi / Rideshare: Approximately 30-60 minutes from Galeão (GIG) or Santos Dumont (SDU) airports; direct and convenient.
  • Airport Bus Service: Executive buses operate from GIG to Copacabana, with a travel time of around 60-90 minutes.
  • Public Transit (BRT + Metro/Bus): Travel time from GIG to Copacabana typically ranges from 90 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Metro (within Rio): The hotel is near Cardeal Arcoverde and Siqueira Campos stations (Line 1), ideal for local travel.
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Wednesday 4th December 2024

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8th CSO 360 Congress, Day 2, Friday, 6th December 2024

8th CSO 360 Congress Highlights Video

 

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Testimonials – CSO 360 Series 

Inspiring fresh thinking: When security leaders connect!

“I was delighted to attend my first CSO 360. I found it inspiring and motivating, offering fresh perspectives on security leadership. The Global Congress highlighted how security transcends traditional boundaries – whether protecting priceless artefacts or managing complex AI implementations. The question that resonated most was: ‘How do you bring value to your organisation?’ This provocation aligns perfectly with our mission at the Met, where we’re transforming security culture through innovative approaches. The diversity of attendees and the quality of discussions makes this event unique. I’ve already recommended CSO 360 to other cultural institutions in New York City, as I don’t think they can miss the next one. It’s an invaluable opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals while thinking differently about common challenges.”
Regina Lombardo, Chief Security Officer, Metropolitan Museum of Art (United States)

Building global networks: The power of return visits!

“Most conferences remain regionally focused, but CSO 360 truly delivers global perspectives. The discussions about US election impacts and geopolitical shifts were particularly enlightening for those of us managing security across international operations. Having attended twice now, I’ve found the congress invaluable for understanding how global companies navigate different regional contexts. The mix of strategic insights and practical knowledge makes this event – which I’ve attended twice, now – stand out. It’s rare to find a forum where security leaders from the US, Europe, and beyond can engage so openly.”
Alberto Gallardo, Security Manager, The Walt Disney Company (Spain)

Beyond traditional boundaries: Finding common ground!

“For those of us in the United Nations system, and beyond, CSO 360 offers refreshingly different perspectives. The Global Congress revealed how, despite our different sectors, we share many common security challenges. The format encourages open dialogue and knowledge-sharing in a remarkably constructive atmosphere. What struck me most was seeing how different industries approach similar problems – it’s a win-win learning experience. The combination of subject matter experts and practical case studies makes this event particularly valuable for security leaders looking to broaden their horizons. I live and work in Rome, so it was great that CSO 360 was here – but I hope to return in”
Maria Victoria Montalvo, Deputy Director, World Food Programme (Italy)

Fresh eyes on security: A next-generation perspective

“As someone relatively new to security industry events, I found CSO 360’s blend of formal sessions and informal networking particularly effective. The Global Congress bridges generational perspectives, ensuring younger professionals have a voice alongside seasoned leaders. The opening keynote, delivered by the BBC’s Frank Gardner, and the predictions panel were especially valuable for understanding how security trends might shape future news cycles. The informal atmosphere encourages genuine dialogue and relationship-building, making complex security topics more accessible for industry newcomers.”
Agnese Boffano, Breaking News Editor, Factal (UK)

Strategic horizons: Developing tomorrow’s leaders!

“The CSO 360 Global Congress operates at exactly the right strategic level, making it perfect for security leaders navigating the transition to senior management. The AI discussions particularly resonated. These sessions emphasised the importance of maintaining core analytical skills while embracing new technologies. What sets CSO 360 apart is its focus on strategic thinking and future challenges. There’s a real opportunity to develop the next generation of security leaders here, perhaps through dedicated sessions for emerging managers. The event encourages active participation and genuine peer engagement, making it invaluable for professional development. The Rome event was my first, and I was happy to get involved. I will be bringing more of my colleagues next time.”
Andrew Pratt, Deputy Head of Situation Intelligence Analysis, Siemens (Germany)

Networking and meeting potential potential new business partners!

“Yet another fabulous event from the awesome, tireless Pulse team! Speed dating was great for both the sponsors and delegates, with plenty of time and the evenings to continue the introductions”
James Mason, Enterprise Security, QinetiQ (UK)

“Excellent organisation, networking experience, great Pulse team, keep it up!”
George Ghines, Founder and CEO, EHC Group (South Sudan)

Programme, topics and speakers!

“Great set of topics, very up to date, profound speakers, amazing!”
Michal Cieslik, CSO, Wiener Linien (Austria)

“Amazing!”
Jelena Matone, CISO, European Investment Bank (Luxembourg)

“Fantastic programme, relevant topics discussed and delivered by subject matter experts”
Charles White, Partner, Kaseware (Estonia)

“Fantastic for implementable learnings and networking!”
Sybil Kleinmichel, Managing Director, Commerzbank (Germany) 

 

Testimonials – Recent CSO 360 Congresses 

“I loved my first CSO 360. I followed the 2022 edition in Istanbul on LinkedIn and saw very positive comments from the community. The mixture is right. You’ve got security practitioners and outside providers. Sometimes, with Germans, we do get focused on facts and data. But having the British influence and a bit more light-hearted approach makes it a worthwhile conference here. I lived in Berlin for nearly ten years and had never had the opportunity to eat in the Reichstag before – what a treat.”
Carolin Jameson, Head of Business Resilience, Siemens Healthineers

“My first time at the CSO 360 Congress has been an absolute triumph. There’s a huge cross-section of speakers and a genuinely international audience. Hence, you gain deep perspectives. Some good socialising also goes with it, where you can meet and build relationships without necessarily talking about business. The setting here in Berlin has been spectacular – not least at dinner in the German Parliament. If you are a CSO or a CISO, I think it’s certainly worth attending – it’s probably the most informative event of this type I’ve been to. If you are a consultant or someone who works with the C-suite, I think it’s hugely important to be here because you’re meeting the people who are often the gatekeepers who are often difficult to get to know and meet outside of these events.”
CEO and Founder, Defuse

“It is an absolute privilege to come here and speak at CSO 360. The audience’s engagement level was very high. During the coffee break afterwards, I couldn’t move because so many people wanted to learn more, which shows what the community is like. They’re a great group from a diverse range of industries and companies. I’ll be back next year.”
CEO, The Association of Corporate Investigators

“It’s my first time at CSO 360, and I came because of the topics on the agenda and the people attending. There were exciting speakers at the conference, especially the keynotes on both days. I will make the time to attend next year to see even more fantastic people from all around the world, speak with other people, hear their concerns, and learn from them.”
CSO, WML (The Netherlands)

“I’ve heard many good things about CSO 360 over the years. Many CSOs I know have almost become CSO 360 groupies and talk about it in such fun terms. There has been some excellent content, and I’ve taken a lot of notes. And also there’s a nice social atmosphere as well. We’ve done some fun things in the evening. So it’s a nice mix of work and then a bit of downtime.”
Co-Founder and CEO of The Clarity Factory

“This is my first time at CSO 360. I wanted to connect with other individuals passionate about improving the quality and efficiency of the products they’re providing for their firms. I’ve had an absolutely amazing time and a long list of highlights. This includes connecting with other professionals looking at the same issues from various perspectives. The boat cruise and the dinner at the Reichstag were also amazing. The networking here has been unique and incredibly valuable.”
Director of Training, Emergent Risk International

“What a successful conference. It’s been brilliant. The quality of the conversation and the delegates were amazing. The networking is unrivalled. The hospitality is superb. Thanks, Germany, for a wonderful event. It just gets better and better and better every year. And I cannot impress on people enough how you need to be at the next conference in 2024.”
Chief Education & Development Officer – Association of Corporate Investigators (ACi)

“This conference is very different from any other one I’ve been to because it’s bigger, there’s more to do, a huge range of topics, and everyone’s lovely. I had a great time in the evenings. As a vendor in the security recruitment space, we have had lots of people coming up to us. We’re here, we’re networking, getting to know people and telling people about our opportunities as well. I would definitely recommend CSO 360 to other people. I’ve learnt a lot over the past few days, spoken to interesting people and had a great time.”
Recruitment Consultant, Enteles Search

“This was my first Pulse event. The topics covered were great and getting to know the participants and sharing information opened my horizons!”
Head Security, McDonald’s – Turkiye

“This opened up many new horizons, thank you. Nice meeting intellectual security business people!”
CSO, LC Waikiki – Türkiye

“I have never experienced such an insightful and innovative gathering of security professionals in my fourteen years career as security professional. Every moment was riveting. I am eagerly looking forward to the next event”
CSO, Pan African Capital Holdings (South Africa)

“Wow! Great quality speakers. Exciting networking events!”
Head Forensic Services, KCB Group PLC – Kenya

“A great team bringing up together experts to create a wonderful event to learn, share and expand your network.
Intelligence and Travel Security Specialist, Coesia (Italy)

“The most beneficial event I’ve ever attended in terms of networking!”
Project Security Manager, Harekar Group – Türkiye

“Superb!”
Global Safety & Security Manager, McDonald’s Corporation – UK

“As this was my first CSO 360 event, I had no preconceptions. Therefore, I was more than pleasantly surprised as I experienced such a warm friendly, professional and fast moving conference and networking event. I met so many old friends, new contacts, good people, possible suppliers, clients or contractors.. All in all a fabulous and valuable use of 3 days of my time.”
Head of Global Security Brown Brothers Harriman (United Kingdom)

“Varied speakers, good content and a great networking opportunity”
Director, RDM Advisory – Türkiye 

“A magnificent virtual “ground-breaking” conference supported by a whole host of key professional stakeholders”
Investigations Director, Regulator (UK)

“Networking and global attendees from all around the world!”
Chief Human Resources & Corporate Services Officer, SOCAR – Türkiye

“As always, Pulse team organized a very interesting conference that allows all the security comunity to communicate and share their experiences. For me it was very important to hear the opinions of some of the best professionals of the security industry.”
CSO, Logista (Portugal)

“A fantastic opportunity offered by Pulse Team to meet world class practitioners and stay on top of best practices in the global security and investigations world!”
Chief Investigations Officer, African Development Bank (Ivory Coast)

“Absolutely excellent! The quality of the presentations, and the ideas shared, were first class. Looking forward to implementing what we learned. Looking forward to 2021!”
Founder/CSO, Resilient World (Switzerland)

“I have really enjoyed the online version of the congress, would go as far as saying it exceeded my expectations. Some really top notch speakers, high level of interactivity and engagement, brilliant multichannel participation opportunities.”
Security Director, Melia Hotels International (UK) 

“Good networking, excellent topics, amazing experience!”
Group H&S and Security Manager, Coca-Cola Icecek A.S – Türkiye

“Nice event, well organized by a professional team”
Security, Rethink Technologies – Al Ahli Group (UAE)

“A very useful congress. Excellent speakers and great discussions during the different sessions. I enjoyed this event that, indeed, will be useful for my upcoming security analysis.”
Director, Control Risks Mexico at Equinor (Mexico)

”The Pulse 360 CSO Congress provided significant value and information in a short timeframe, particularly with regard to tradecraft, best practices, and networking.”
 Senior Security Intelligence Analyst for the Americas, Cargill (USA)

“CSO 360 continues to provide a great platform for security professionals!”
Managing Director, Seneca Risk (Sierra Leone)

“The CSO 360 Conference was a fantastic opportunity to exchange information and to share perspectives in a collegial environment.”
Senior Director of Security, Atlas Air (USA)

“Embraces the changing threat environments, great experience, fabulous speakers, pertinent interesting focus”
Special Tribunal for Lebanon (The Hague)

“Decades of security experience with a global perspective.”
Sr. Analyst, Global Intelligence/Incident Management, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines (USA)

“I was extremely impressed by the content, quality, origination and administration of the Pulse product”
MD, Tierra Nova Solutions (Sierra Leone)

“Great programme, great organization and great attendance have made discussions useful and passionate . Listening testimonials, sharing experiences and ideas regarding good practices, discovering other industries or business ! : you have made my days in Vienna!”
Europe Industries Security Officer, AIR LIQUIDE (France)

“A great one stop shop of the top CSO minds!”
VP, Corporate Security and Resilience, Pearson (UK)

“Excellent location, content and organisation. Very good environment for networking and the atmosphere was exceptional!”
Head of Security, Credit Suisse – UK

“This opened up many new horizons, thank you. Nice meeting intellectual security business people!”
Deputy CSO, LC Waikiki – Türkiye

“Wonderful, excellent , super”
CEO, MTN – Türkiye

“This is an industry-leading conference and should be considered mandatory for all risk management professionals.
Head Of Global Intelligence McDonald’s (United States)

“Good diversity of perspective and participants, a nice break from the more US-centric conferences Great networking and high quality of speakers!”
Manager Aviation Security and Intelligence, Air Canada

“Brilliantly organised, fascinating content and great fun!”
Senior Director (APAC) Global Security & Crisis Management, S&P Global – Singapore

“It was an amazing experience in terms of both planning and execution, thanks!”
Security Group Manager, SOCAR – Türkiye 

“Good networking, excellent topics, amazing experience!”
Group H&S and Security Manager, Coca-Cola Icecek A.S – Türkiye

“This opened up many new horizons, thank you. Nice meeting intellectual security business people!”
Deputy CSO, LC Waikiki – Türkiye

“Excellent event! Team Pulse really knows how to make a conference feel welcoming and engaging”
Manager – Geopolitical Intelligence & Analysis United Airlines (United States)

“Under the unprecedented circumstances of COVID, you did an outstanding job at bringing together high quality thought leaders and delivered an excellent, interactive and thought provoking Conference – Bravo!”
CSO, CSL Global / Supply Chain Secure

“Simply amazing , topics and speakers were of current interest and the best in the industry”
CSO, Delivery (India)

“Great experience! Despite the challenges of COVID-19, the 4th CSO 360 Congress was able to provide a great opportunity for learning, networking and re-connecting for security professionals.” 
Senior Director of Security, Atlas Air (USA)

“Many thanks Christoph and to the entire panel as well as the conference organisers. Things continue at pace with some exciting contributions here at CSO 360, including a discussion on diversity in the security profession, something I’m glad to say the ACi sees as a key tenet of its vision and practice.”
Group Head of Security, British American Tobacco (UK)

“A great congress, packed with valuable information and insight for CSO’s and their senior security managers.”
VP Global Security Operations, 21st Century Fox (UK)

“I just had the best conference ever!”
CCO, BT (Netherlands)

“Simply the best event for security practitioners. Real expertise and knowledge sharing”
Group CSO, Unipart Group (UK)

“A fantastic event. Awesome speakers addressing a diverse range of interesting and relevant topics.  Also, great job by Team Pulse.  We have been looked  after so well! Thank you!”
Regional Security Director, Caterpillar Inc (Switzerland)