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CSO 360 Middle East

This event took place on 11-12 November 2025 at Grosvenor House A Luxury Collection Hotel Dubai.

Date11-12 November 2025
VenueGrosvenor House A Luxury Collection Hotel Dubai

Welcome to CSO 360 Middle East!

Protecting People, Profits, Property, Information and Reputation: Building Resilience, Keeping Pace

11-12 November 2025
Grosvenor House – Dubai – United Arab Emirates

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We are delighted to present the Inaugural CSO 360 Middle East – part of the well-established global CSO 360 series created and hosted by Pulse Conferences!

This landmark event brings together Chief Security Officers, directors of corporate security, intelligence, investigations, and risk leaders from across the GCC and broader Middle East region. Together, we’ll share proven strategies to protect people, assets, profits, and reputations while exploring emerging trends and benchmarking cutting-edge tactics with a strong regional focus.

As threats evolve across geopolitics, technology, business, and economics, Directors of Security will share innovative approaches to securing international business and government sectors.

Key themes – the agenda is currently in development, and we’d love to hear your input to shape the agenda!

  • Global Security Landscape: Geopolitical risk updates shaping the future
  • Resilience Building: Strategies against civil unrest, activism, terrorism
  • Climate Risk and Crisis Management: Stress testing, readiness and recovery planning
  • Future Skills and Culture: Ai workforce, and engagement
  • Supply Chain Security: Safeguarding global operations
  • Travel Security and K&R: Mitigating threats for mobile teams
  • Cybersecurity for Corporate Security: Collaborating with the CISO and cyber teams and mitigating misinformation threats
  • Investigations, Fraud and Corruption: Updates on illicit trade and corruption
  • Intelligence Building: Leveraging for strategic decision-making
  • Insider Threats: Human security strategies and mitigations
  • Governance Challenges: Addressing environmental, social, and governance issues

Network at the all-inclusive cultural activities, receptions and dinners in the evenings.

Two Premier Security Events, One Powerful Location

Recognising that today’s security challenges transcend traditional boundaries, the inaugural CSO 360 Middle East will be strategically co-located with the established 6th CISO 360 Middle East. This unique co-location offers participants unparalleled opportunities to gain insights across security, risk, and resilience disciplines. The CSO 360 Roundtable on 12 November will be converged with CISO 360 Roundtable.

Key Benefits for Security Leaders:

  • Develop integrated security frameworks by breaking down silos between cyber and physical security to identify and address resilience gaps
  • Expand your regional influence by forming valuable connections throughout the GCC and wider Middle East security community
  • Gain region-specific insights into the unique security challenges facing organisations in the Gulf from both cyber and physical security perspectives

Join us in Dubai for this unprecedented gathering of security leadership!

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Opening Statement

H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti

H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti
Head of Cyber Security
United Arab Emirates Government

Dr. Al Kuwaiti was appointed by the Cabinet as the Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government since 2020. As the Head of Cyber Security, his mandate includes responsibilities as the Chairman of the UAE Cyber Security Council as well as Managing Director of the National Data Centre under the Supreme Council for National Security. As the Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government by investiture, Dr. Al Kuwaiti has legal authority over all aspects pertaining to securing the cyberspace for the entire Nation.

In his current role, Dr. Al Kuwaiti is tasked with the responsibility of charting the cyber security strategy for the Nation that not only equips the UAE to enter the digital era with capabilities to deal with the new threat landscape exacerbated by the pandemic, but also ensures UAEs leadership in cyber security globally; towards establishing the UAE as the worlds leading trusted digital hub and supporting the Nations digital transformation agenda and the digital future of all residents who made UAE their home. Towards that end, he leads the Council to outline an implementation plan to protect the UAE cyberspace through emerging technologies such as Cloud, Big Data and AI in a whole-of-government approach coordinating and orchestrating efforts between Emirates and government entities via a unified platform built and managed by the Council.

Under Dr. Al Kuwaitis leadership, the UAE has advanced 42 positions in the ITU Global Cybersecurity Index, rising to the 5th place globally from 47th in the previous assessment. Dr. Al Kuwaiti has also led UAE to many firsts, including Guinness World Records for having the most users in a cyber capture the flag (CTF) competition, the largest bug bounty competition and the largest cyber drill; all initiatives that aim at capacity building in cyber security and improving the technical competencies of cyber security professionals and enthusiasts. More importantly, he has been instrumental in advocating for realizing the value of cyber security by demonstrating cyber security as a critical business enabler. Since 2021, Dr. Al Kuwaiti plays the role of an ambassador for collaboration between the government and cyber agencies, helping to bridge the discussion between the two major stakeholders in the digital economy. Under his chaperone, key public-private partnerships were established between the UAE Cyber Security Council and leading local and international cyber security organizations with the goal of making a positive contribution to the UAE cyber agenda and be a major force that will benefit the global cyber security industry. Additionally, bilateral agreements established with countries both within the region and across the world contributed towards mutual information sharing, capacity development and legal assistance aid treaties, all key outcomes as a result of the National Cyber Security Strategy that he has put in place to realize the vision of the UAE for the next 50 years.

Underscoring the UAEs leadership in cyber security on a global stage under Dr. Kuwaitis tutelage, UAE plays a pivotal role in the Arab Regional Cybersecurity Centre with UAE being elected as the Vice Chair of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Computer Emergency Response Team to respond to cyber emergencies during the 10th Regional Cybersecurity Week for Arab Countries and OIC Member States in 2022. UAE also co-chairs the Information Sharing Committee in the White House Counter Ransomware Initiative, a coalition of 37 international partners. His contributions to accelerate the cyber security maturity of the Nation and fostering a vibrant cyber security ecosystem in the UAE have been recognized in multiple forums, including the (ISC)2 Government Professional Award for EMEA. Dr. Al Kuwaiti also sits on the Boards of the UAE Council for Digital Wellbeing, Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), Federal Geographic Information Center and is on the Advisory Committees of the College of Information Technology under United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) and Emirates ICT Innovation Center (EBTIC) under Khalifa University. Additionally, he is an Adjunct Professor under the Homeland Security Program at Rabdan Academy and a visiting lecturer on Cyber Security at universities such as Khalifa University and National Defense College in Abu Dhabi.

Prior to his current appointments, Dr. Al Kuwaiti was with the National Electronic Security Authority in various appointments and capacity since 2013 where he was most recently the Executive Director of Government Operations managing National and International government relations. He had served as the Chief Technical Analyst at the Ministry of Interior where he had held other positions, such as Operations Director and CTO of the Counter Terrorism Center. Dr. Al Kuwaiti started his 20 year-long career as a Defense, Air, and Naval Military Attache with the Embassy of The United Arab Emirates based in Washington, D. C.

Dr. Al Kuwaiti has published numerous papers and keynoted at many conferences such as IEEE, RSA, Cyber Warfare Europe, Tele Strategies, ISS World MEA, IDEX, International Anti-Cyber Crimes Conference and Future War Summit. He is a highly sought after speaker internationally and has provided the main keynote address for more than 50 international, regional, and national cybersecurity events such as GITEX, GISEC and the World Government Summit, and has presented the UAE Cyber Security Framework at INTERPOL Global Cyberspace and Cybercrime Complex located in Singapore.

Dr. Al Kuwaiti holds a Doctorate in Computer Engineering and Network Security from George Washington University in the U. S. and a masters degree in Telecommunications and Computer Networks. He also holds a M. A. degree in International and Civil Security. Dr. Al Kuwaiti is an honorable member of the Society of Engineers, IEEE Society, Golden Key National Honor Society and Computer Society. His research interests are detecting, monitoring and responding to cyber warfare, network forensics, corporate governance & processes, and national cyber policy.

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Conference Chairperson

Simon Scales

Simon Scales, Conference Chair (and ACi Chief Education and Development Officer), Association of Corporate Investigators

Simon has over 30 years significant investigative, security and compliance related experience, formed from an extensive corporate and law enforcement background. He is recognised for having conducted complex Bribery, Corruption, Fraud and Misconduct investigations worldwide, in regulated and non-regulated arenas. He is internationally recognised for his public speaking credentials and his vast experience, having successfully led, directed and managed investigation, ethics, compliance and integrity teams within Europe, the USA, Africa and the Middle East. He has also been instrumental in delivering investigative services to the key emerging markets of South America, India and China.

Speaking – CSO 360 Middle East, 2025

Our programmes are carefully researched and curated by professionally trained conference producers. They are organic to ensure that we can be agile enough to accommodate the very latest emerging topics on the day.

A mix of keynotes, case studies, fireside chats, table think tanks and group roundtables sessions are pre-dominantly led by Chief Security Officers, geopol, investigations, intelligence practitioners and other subject matter specialists.

If you would be interested in getting involved as a Speaker, please let us know! Email: teampulse@pulseconferences.com. We would also very much value your input into companies, topics or specific persons you may like to see on our agendas. These are your agendas.

Alberto Gallardo

Alberto Gallardo

Security Manager – Iberia – EMEA, The Walt Disney Company/ Decysyon (Spain)

Alberto Gallardo works at Decysyon as a Security Manager for The Walt Disney Company for Spain and Portugal (Iberia). He is protecting the brand in all the events of the company, as well as the prevention of any risk that may affect to the brand. He also does intelligence reports for security and defense companies, among others.

Prior to his current experience, he worked as Senior Intelligence Analyst for the multinational Prosegur for 5 years, in charge of the elaboration and drafting of intelligence reports for strategic companies in the energy, banking and security field, between others.
Alberto received his Bachelor Degree in Law at the Carlos III University of Madrid. Subsequently, he obtained a Master Degree in Forensic Sciences and Criminal Investigation at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, where he specialized in terrorism and intelligence studies. He has also studied Security Management at several prestigious Spanish universities. Alberto speaks Spanish, English and Italian.

Ashu Sharma

Ashu Sharma

Group Investigations Manager Legal – Ethics Compliance Investigations, London Anglo American (UK)

Ashu is a Corporate Investigator with 25 years of experience in Mining, Banking, Law Enforcement, and the UK Regulatory sector. Working internationally, Ashu led on significant investigations with global remit. He is a Certified Fraud Examiner, a Certified Compliance and Ethics Practitioner, and is a category A liaison advisor for the International Organization for Standardization. In addition to leading special investigations for a global mining company, he is also Chief Strategy Officer for the Association of Corporate Investigators.

Atif Shaukat

Regional Director - Cyber Security - EEMEA, Mastercard (UAE)

Senior level cybersecurity expert with over 20 years of proven experience in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Technology, and IT Management. Passion for helping customers understand complex technology solutions in order to protect High-Value Assets. He leads efforts to help customers combat third-party risk management challenges and drives product delivery methods across the Mastercard Cybersecurity solution set.

Davide Del Vecchio

CISO, Careem (UAE)

Dan Pearce

Dan Pearce

VP, EMEA Public Sector, Dataminr (UK)

Dan Pearce is a leading voice at the intersection of technology and public safety. As Dataminr’s Vice President of Public Sector for EMEA, he drives the application of real-time AI to dramatically accelerate intelligence and solve the complex challenges facing governments, police forces, and national security organisations.

Before joining Dataminr, Dan dedicated two decades to UK law enforcement, where he became a foundational figure in the development of analysis, digital intelligence, and OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence). His pioneering approach, established as early as 2005, transformed how police services leverage public data. As national lead for analysis, OSINT, and digital intelligence within National Counter Terrorism Policing, he built and guided high-performing teams, directed two of the largest national programmes, and led critical responses, including the security of the London Olympics. Recognized globally, Dan has worked, spoken, and consulted internationally on OSINT, digital, and CT, and chaired multiple international working groups. He now applies this unique experience in large-scale digital transformation to help public sector organizations navigate the evolving information landscape.

Hussein Abdallah

Hussein Abdallah

Regional Corporate Relations Adviser - MENA, Shell (UAE)

Hussein is Shell’s Regional Corporate Relations Adviser for the Middle East and North Africa, supporting the company’s regional growth agenda by providing geopolitical advice to the business and managing government engagement, including supporting country entries, new projects, as well as divestments. Hussein has a background in various Risk Intelligence roles across government and corporate sector.

Hannah Poppy

Hannah Poppy

Global Head of Risk Intelligence, Emergent Risk International (UK)

Hannah has overall responsibility for ERI’s intelligence and analysis teams. She has over a decade of experience working in geopolitical and security risk. Before joining ERI in early 2025, Hannah managed a large multicultural intelligence team at a security and political risk firm. Hannah is an empathetic and decisive leader, with an unrelenting focus on iterative development and efficiency. She has also led a MENA-focused due diligence research team, and her analytical background is in that region. An Arabic speaker, she has a degree in Middle Eastern studies from the University of Cambridge.

John Sunerton

John Sunerton

Crisis & Operational Risks Lead, Dragonfly – Dow Jones (UK)

John leads Crisis and Operational Risk at Dragonfly, where he is responsible for crisis planning intelligence analysis and oversees TerrorismTracker, Dragonfly’s global terrorism monitoring and analysis platform. He previously worked as a lead analyst on Sub-Saharan Africa and has over 15 years’ experience in security risk analysis and crisis response.
Before joining Dragonfly, John managed intelligence training for new analysts in the British Army and served at the UK’s crisis response headquarters, developing intelligence-led plans for global emergencies. His field experience includes deployments across the Middle East and Afghanistan, where he supported counter-insurgency operations, and humanitarian missions in the Caribbean. He has conducted on-the-ground assessments in multiple African countries.
John holds an MA in Intelligence and International Relations from Staffordshire University.
Expertise:

  • Crisis risk and management
  • Global terrorism
  • Conventional warfare
  • Asymmetric warfare
  • Disaster relief
  • Political and security issues in Sub-Saharan Africa
  • Intelligence analysis processes and methodology
May Brooks-Kempler

May Brooks-Kempler

Board Member, Innocent Lives Foundation; Board Treasurer (Audit Committee Chair), ISC2 (UAE)

May Brooks-Kempler is a cybersecurity expert whose career began in the 1990s, exploring the realms of game “cheats” and “hacks” on IRC chats. This early fascination led her through a distinguished journey in cybersecurity, from Penetration Testing to becoming a Security Architect and eventually a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Today, she is a highly sought-after strategic consultant, speaker, and mentor, known for her dynamic involvement in developing and promoting innovative cybersecurity initiatives and guiding startups.

May’s expertise and engaging delivery have made her a favourite at numerous speaking engagements, including a TEDx talk, keynotes, and as a commentator on critical cybersecurity issues. Her role as a podcaster further amplifies her reach, where she shares vital security insights with a global audience.

As a member of the ISC2 Board of Directors, an authorized CISSP instructor, and a co-author, May’s dedication to advancing the cybersecurity profession is unmistakable. Her upcoming book, “Think Safe Cyber – The Ultimate Guide to Online Safety,” and her online courses, reflect her commitment to making the digital world a safer place for all, especially families, as underscored by her personal mission as a mother of three.

Through her extensive experience and influential voice in the field, May Brooks-Kempler continues to shape the future of online safety, making her a pivotal figure in the world of cybersecurity education and advocacy.

Malcolm Smith

Malcolm Smith

Public Safety Excellence Director, RCU (Saudi Arabia)

Malcolm Smith, CPP, CFE, SHRM-SCP, is a global security and public safety leader with over three decades of executive experience across oil & gas, banking, FMCG, defense, law enforcement, government, and cultural sectors. Malcolm is the Senior Executive Function at Al Haffa Consulting. He also serves as Director of Public Safety Excellence at the Royal Commission for AlUla. Malcolm has led security functions for global organizations including Old Mutual, Shell, Diageo, Nedbank, Sasol, and Qatar Museums.
In addition to his executive roles, Malcolm has held distinguished leadership positions with ASIS International, serving as Global President in 2022 and chairing multiple governance committees. A Henley Executive MBA graduate and LL.B. holder, he is a thought-leader and board level advisor on enterprise security risk management, emergency management, leadership development, giga projects and public safety transformation.
Malcolm is a recognized management consultant, trainer, coach and mentor.
He is passionate about advancing global security standards, supporting organizational objectives, and mentoring the next generation of security leaders.

Megan Sutclifffe

Megan Sutclifffe

Middle East and Africa Principal Analyst, Sibylline (UK)

Megan Sutcliffe is the Principal Analyst for the Middle East and Africa at Sibylline, where she leads analysis on regional security and geopolitical developments. She has reported extensively on the Israel-Hamas, Israel-Hezbollah, and Israel-Iran wars, and contributes to Sibylline’s Sub-Saharan Africa desk, where she tracks jihadist activity in the Sahel and provides in-depth assessments of conflicts across the continent.

Megan is a frequent commentator for international broadcasters, appearing on BBC News, BBC Verify, and CBC. She also contributes regularly to Sibylline’s Insights and What Just Happened podcasts, as well as online briefings for global clients. In her role, Megan routinely briefs executives and C-suite leaders across the aviation, hospitality, retail, energy, pharmaceuticals, technology, and finance sectors, providing expert advice on the geopolitical risks most critical to global strategy and operations.

Ned Farmer

Ned Farmer

Senior Strategic Intelligence Analyst, Emergent Risk International (US)

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.

Lady Olga Maitland

Lady Olga Maitland

President and Chairman, Defence and Security Forum (UK)

Lady Olga Maitland, Chairman of the Board at Algeria British Business Council; President, Defence and Security Forum; Board Advisor

Lady Olga Maitland 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.

Patrick Kane

Patrick Kane

Senior Director Security, Atlas Air (US)

Patrick Kane is Senior Director Security for Atlas Air, a US airline conducting cargo and public/private passenger operations worldwide. Patrick is heavily focused on developing and implementing mitigation measures to support a highly mobile global workforce and multiple travelers, to include pre-travel risk assessments, coordinating secure transportation and journey management, assessing hotel and transportation options.

Patrick currently serves as the Chair of the ASIS International Santa Barbara Ventura Chapter #21 and is the President of the Corporate Executive Protection Leadership Council (CEPLC). He recently spearheaded the creation of a Travel Risk Working Group within ASIS International. Patrick is also the past Chair and Chair Emeritus of the OSAC Aviation Security Working Group. He has over 20 years of experience working in private sector corporate security; most of that time focused on international operations and has personal experience on the ground in more than 70 countries.

Since 1996 Patrick has been a Certified Protection Professional (CPP) in good standing under the auspices of ASIS International. He received an International Executive MBA from Instituto de Empresa in Madrid, Spain in 2004. Prior to entering the private sector, Patrick served as an infantry officer in the US Marine Corps. He welcomes questions, comments and suggestions and he can be reached at patrick.kane@atlasair.com or patrick.kane.cpp@gmail.com .

Sam Olsen

Sam Olsen

Chief Analyst at Sibylline, Author of States of Play, (UK)

Sam is the Chief Analyst at Sibylline and a seasoned geopolitical expert. His research has been widely published and focuses on great power relations and the changing world order. Prior to joining Sibylline, he was the Head of the Adarga Research Institute, Founder of the Evenstar Institute, and a Managing Director at Kroll.

A specialist on China, he lived in Asia for a decade and was a Legislative Fellow on Chinese trade policy in the US Senate. A graduate of Oxford University and Cass Business School, he also served as an intelligence officer in the British Army. Sam is passionate about using data and technology to provide insights into the biggest geopolitical issues of our time.

Steve Hill

Steve Hill

Strategic Risk and Cybersecurity Adviser (former Group CISO of Credit Suisse (UK)

Steve is a cybersecurity and risk adviser to several leading enterprises, as well as a security contributor to ABC News and an honorary professor at King’s College, London. He was previously Group CISO at Credit Suisse and, before that, their global head of technology, cyber and third party risk management. He retired from the UK government in 2017, where he had served as Deputy Director responsible for cyber in the National Security Secretariat in the Cabinet Office and in various national security roles for over 30 years (including in the British Embassy, Dubai). He graduated from Jesus College, Cambridge.

Dr Sally Leivesley

Dr Sally Leivesley

Managing Director, Newrisk Limited UK Chair, Permanent Monitoring Panel for Catastrophic Risk, World Federation of Scientists (UK)

Dr Sally Leivesley is interested in all catastrophic risks to people, infrastructure cyber security and to the stability of organisations and governments – see www. Newrisk.com, Sally@newrisk.com.

She is a former Scientific Advisor for all-out nuclear attack protection of the public, infrastructure and government and was trained by the British Home Office during the Cold War.

She commenced her career in Australia working across petrochemicals, oil and gas and mining infrastructure and worked on resilience of power generation and distribution, railways mainline and underground, bulk shipping, banking and other areas of critical industry. She has spoken at many international events on energy security including EIS industry meeting in the Capitol Building Washington and to the Baker Institute on catastrophic supply chain risks.

In Australia she was the first civilian director of a disaster recovery unit and held government appointments for reforms of emergency services and health and safety.

She has been contracted on nuclear power plant incidents – TMI, Chernobyl and Fukushima and as an international media commentator for BBC World Service and other news outlets. She has commentated on the 2023 Chinese spy balloon over USA nuclear missile site, uranium package at London Heathrow airport, cyber; terrorism; aviation losses; nuclear reactor disasters; South China Sea; Polonium-210 and Novichok poisonings, Beslan siege; Iran; DPRK; Covid-19, unexplained incidents such as MH370 and chemical incidents.

In cyber and physical security she has worked closely with governments and emergency services in the design and execution of large field exercises, table tops and board level exercises. In recent years she has chaired international scientific meetings on risks of emerging nuclear weapons, Covid-19, infrastructure resilience and hazardous near-earth objects. She has worked on a small panel of advisers for the UK government supported publications on cyber security in the built environment and served in the community of interest of the Information Assurance Advisory Council.

Dr Leivesley holds memberships with the Register of Security Engineers and Specialists, the International Association of Bomb Technicians and Investigators, and the Royal United Services institute for Defence Studies.

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Dataminr

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Emergent Risk

Emergent Risk International (ERI), is a global strategic intelligence advisory firm focused on business-centered risk and resilience. Specialized in geopolitical, regulatory and security risks in global business, ERI provides subscription intelligence and analysis, training, consulting and embedded solutions to the world’s leading organizations. For over a decade, ERI has delivered trusted geopolitical insights, trained thousands of intelligence professionals, set standards and led the way. https://emergentriskinternational.com

Sibylline

Sibylline is an intelligence consultancy dedicated to helping security leaders identify opportunities and mitigate risks in their operating environments. We focus on risk, building resilience within organisations and helping them navigate environmental, social, and corporate governance. The firm provides trusted and expert advice to over 200 blue-chip and NGO clients, always focusing on adding value to daily operations as well as strategic and operational planning. Services range from geopolitical analysis and risk modelling through to investigations, training, consultancy on intelligence approaches, and the supply of fully turn-key embedded capability.

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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

ASIS ABU DHABI CHAPTER

ASIS International Abu Dhabi Chapter is the official local chapter of ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals. Based in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, the chapter serves as a key platform for security practitioners to connect, collaborate, and advance professional standards across the region.

Revitalized in 2025, the Abu Dhabi Chapter is committed to strengthening the security community through professional education, knowledge sharing, and leadership development. It actively supports members in pursuing globally recognized ASIS certifications – CPP, PSP, PCI, and APP – and regularly organizes study groups, technical sessions, networking events, and community initiatives that contribute to the UAE’s vision of safety, resilience, and excellence in security management.

As part of a worldwide network of over 34,000 members in more than 150 countries, the ASIS International Abu Dhabi Chapter upholds the mission of ASIS – to empower security professionals worldwide to make the world a safer place.

For more information, visit ASIS International or follow ASIS International Abu Dhabi Chapter on LinkedIn.

https://asismena.org

ASIS QATAR CHAPTER

Revitalized in 2023, the Qatar Chapter has rapidly emerged as one of the most dynamic and impactful chapters in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. In recognition of its outstanding performance and leadership, the chapter received the Outstanding Revitalized Chapter Award 2024 and was also honored with the prestigious I.B. Hale Chapter of the Year Award 2025 at GSX, USA – a testament to its commitment to excellence, innovation, and community impact within the ASIS global network.

The chapter actively supports members in achieving globally recognized ASIS certifications – CPP, PSP, PCI, and APP – and regularly organizes study groups, professional development sessions, networking events, and outreach initiatives aligned with Qatar’s security and resilience goals.

As part of a worldwide network of over 34,000 members across more than 150 countries, the ASIS International Qatar Chapter proudly upholds the mission of ASIS – to empower security professionals worldwide to make the world a safer place.

For more information, visit ASIS International or follow ASIS International Qatar Chapter on LinkedIn.

https://asisqatar.org

Venue and Accommodation

CSO 360 Middle East 2025 will be hosted in Dubai at Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Dubai.

Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai | United Arab Emirates

Al Emreef St – Dubai Marina – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
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Elegantly towering above the azure Dubai Marina and the soaring cityscape, the iconic Grosvenor House, Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai is nestled in the renowned Dubai Marina, near the city centre and within minutes of Dubai Internet City and Media City.

Savings on Accommodation

Pulse Conferences is thrilled to offer a very special discounted accommodation to participants of CSO 360 Middle East at the stunning venue Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai.

Single occupancy: AED 1,250
Discounted rates inclusive of breakfast & wi-fi.

*Room rate is subject to 7% municipality fee, 10% service charge, 5% VAT & AED 20 tourism fee per person.

Book your discounted room here

Conference Venue

The venue offers state-of-the-art meeting facilities complemented by expert catering and audio-visual resources.

CSO 360 Middle East will be hosted in Windsor Ballroom + Foyer featuring high-tech facilities and elegant high ceiling. Directly outside the ballroom is the foyer, the ideal setting for our networking hub of the CSO 360 Middle East where all coffee breaks will be hosted.

The welcome reception on 10 November will be hosted in one of the wonderful spaces offered.

Location

Located on Dubai Marina promenade, the 5-star Grosvenor House offers panoramic views of Dubai Marina, personalised butler service, an outdoor pool, free WiFi and an extensive range of culinary experiences. Mall of The Emirates is 10 minutes away by car. The modern rooms and suites include 42-inch flat-screen TVs and floor-to-ceiling windows. The marble bathroom comes with Byredo amenities, a soaking tub and rain shower. Some rooms offer a balcony and Club Lounge access. Grosvenor House’s dining options include a weekly seafood buffet at Sloane’s, and the lively Buddha Bar & Restaurant which serves far-east and Asia cuisine and inventive cocktails. Bar 44 offers top-floor views of the Dubai Marina. Guests have full access to the beach, pool and leisure facilities at Grosvenor’s sister hotel, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa.

Estimated travel time with taxi from Dubai International Airport: 27 minutes

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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

“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)