Executive Leadership Exchange
The Executive Leadership Exchange (ELE) is an executive programme for up to 30 qualified senior technology executives. The programme will expand on the Forrester thought leadership presented at the keynotes of the conference and create a private senior executive network. A facilitated networking session will be offered that targets best practices aligned to executive priorities.
ELE is an invite-only programme. To be approved to attend, applicants must be the senior-most technology leader from their organisation, not reporting into any higher technology executive. Applicants cannot be representatives from high-tech and service provider organisations that sell technology products or services. Attendees who may meet these qualifications will be invited to join the ELE experience.
Please contact events@forrester.com with any questions.
Exclusive Agenda
Private Executive Sessions
Attend private sessions featuring exclusive-panels and presentations from Forrester analysts.
Analyst Access
Priority Analyst 1:1 Booking
Receive priority booking for 1:1 networking and guidance meetings with our best-in-class analysts & experts.
Detailed Agenda
Tuesday, 19 August
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm | Executive Leadership Exchange (Invite-Only): Exclusive Lunch — Breaking Down Silos
- Learn how to break down silos and foster cross-industry collaboration.
- Share insights and tackle challenges in a fast-paced, tech-driven world.
- Build valuable connections and exchange knowledge with top leaders across sectors.
Speakers:
Charles Betz, VP, Principal Analyst, Forrester
John Brand, VP, Advisor, Forrester
Forrester Women's Leadership
Join us as we focus on how to help women leaders in your organization break down barriers and overcome challenges. Learn from your peers on advancement strategies for women leaders and participate in a conversation about how to develop meaningful relationships with women leaders in technology, data, & security.
All are welcome to join this in-person event!
The Forrester Women’s Leadership Program will:
- Build Community
- Inspire Change
- Foster Allyship and Individual Empowerment
- Facilitate Meaningful Connections
Detailed Agenda
Tuesday, 19 August
- How to choose the right people from whom to get career advice
- How to frame your career challenge so that you get the most useful answers from your advisors
- How to tell good advice (for you!) from bad
Speakers:
Jinan Budge, VP, Research Director, Forrester
Workshops
Monday, 18 August
- Build strategic goals, values, and behaviors for the IT organization based on strategic business objectives.
- Understand how to set the direction for tech architecture, skills, practices, and platforms.
- Plan for the points along the strategic IT roadmap journey that will depend on the strategic portfolio, as well as considerations such as governance, policies, performance metrics, and funding.
Speakers:
David Wheable, VP, Global Consulting Delivery, Forrester
Frederic Giron, VP, Senior Research Director, Forrester
Bonus Digital Content
Enjoy exclusive access to pre-recorded sessions and inspiring keynotes from our global 2024 and 2025 events in North America and EMEA, featuring actionable insights and strategies from industry leaders.
2024
T&I North America
KEYNOTE: The Power of AI Computing
Over the next 10 to 15 years, generative AI will reshape work and the knowledge economy by empowering curious, creative workers and transforming how organizations learn and innovate. This session will explore how building trusted knowledge capacity and embracing genAI can bridge critical gaps and unlock the full potential of the future workforce.
Speakers:
Julie Mohr, Principal Analyst, Forrester
KEYNOTE: Align By Design Or Risk Decline
While fears of AI threatening humanity may seem distant, misaligned AI poses a real and immediate risk to your business — from brand damage to regulatory issues and lost profits. This session will show you how to proactively align AI with your business goals using multi-stakeholder strategies and emerging alignment techniques.
Speakers:
Brandon Purcell, VP, Principal Analyst, Forrester
KEYNOTE: AI, Low-Code, And The End Of Software Development As We Know It
AI and low-code platforms are transforming the software development lifecycle by accelerating development, empowering citizen developers, and redefining user experiences. This session explores the rise of AI-powered “AppGen” platforms and their strategic implications for enterprise software.
Speakers:
John Bratincevic, Principal Analyst, Forrester
Security & Risk
BREAKOUT: Cloud Market Trends That Will Disrupt Your Security Program
As cloud security spending grows, new challenges—like AI black box models, evolving sovereignty regulations, and sustainability pressures—are disrupting the status quo. This session will cover how to secure cloud-based AI, navigate EU regulations, and optimize cloud investments while meeting sustainability goals.
Speakers:
Tracy Woo, Principal Analyst, Forrester
BREAKOUT: Build An Optimal Alliance With Your CIO
Despite sharing common risks, IT and security teams often find themselves at odds, missing out on the benefits of a unified security vision. This session will explore the root causes of these tensions and offer strategies to foster trust, collaboration, and more human-centered interactions.
Speakers:
Jinan Budge, VP, Research Director, Forrester
BREAKOUT: The Future Of The CISO: Six Archetypes, Revisited
CISOs have long relied on networks and experience to advance their careers, but new research reveals that understanding CISO archetypes can unlock even greater success. This session will introduce six CISO types and a practical method to align your unique strengths with the right career opportunities.
Speakers:
Jess Burn, Principal Analyst, Forrester
2025
B2B North America
BREAKOUT: Organizational Effectiveness: Diagnose And Resolve Organizational Barriers
Organizational effectiveness is about how well a team or organization achieves its goals—but uncovering what hinders that success is far more complex. In this interactive session, you’ll identify barriers to effectiveness, explore alignment across all levels, and apply a bottom-up, experience-centric approach.
Speakers:
Betsy Summers, Principal Analyst, Forrester
BREAKOUT: Build Or Rebuild Your Team Culture For Success
Team culture is a powerful force that can either drive or hinder success, shaping how individuals grow and perform. This session will explore why culture matters, how to measure it at both team and organizational levels, and which leadership tools can help you shape it effectively.
Speakers:
James L. McQuivey, PhD, VP, Research Director, Forrester
CX North America
BREAKOUT: AI Agents: Hype Vs. Reality And What It Means
AI agents are quickly gaining traction in business conversations, but many still wonder what makes them distinct. This session will define AI agents, explore current use cases and development progress, and help you prepare for their growing role in the future of work.
Speakers:
Stephanie Liu, Senior Analyst, Forrester
Technology & Innovation Summit APAC · August 19, 2025 · Sydney & Digital
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