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IDC Advisory Board

A trusted circle of IT leaders shaping impactful events grounded in real-world priorities.

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Why join the IDC Advisory Board?

The IDC Advisory Board program is built on a simple belief:
the most valuable IT events are created through peer-to-peer dialogue.

Within this program, members facing similar strategic challenges come together in a trusted environment designed for open, direct and meaningful exchanges — conversations that go beyond formalities and focus on real-world experience.

High-Level Networking

Expand your professional network by connecting with IT leaders and influential decision-makers in an exclusive and trusted environment.

Visibility & Recognition

Showcase your expertise and strategic vision to the wider IT community through IDC’s digital platforms and during our major IDC events across France and Europe.

Influence & Privileged Access

Help shape IDC discussions through advisory committees, roundtables and direct exchanges with our analysts, while benefiting from exclusive opportunities such as previews and private events.

Turning insights into more relevant events

Discussions within the Advisory Board help IDC France design events that reflect the real priorities of the market.

A co-creation approach

Members’ insights directly influence event themes, formats and key messages, ensuring content that is practical, relevant and designed by IT decision-makers, for IT decision-makers.

Participation is flexible and designed to fit your schedule and priorities, all in support of a shared ambition:
raising the quality of dialogue and increasing the impact of our events.

Your role within the IDC Advisory Board

The IDC Advisory Board is built on voluntary collaboration, fueled by the experience and strategic perspective of its members.

Contribute to editorial direction

Actively participate in shaping event agendas and identifying the strategic topics that will define IDC France’s flagship events.

Share your experience

Bring your insights and real-world perspectives to enrich peer discussions, including speaking opportunities during IDC events.

Act as an IDC events ambassador

Promote IDC France events within your network and help increase their visibility by representing relevant and credible content for the IT community.

IDC France Flagship Events

The IDC Advisory Board operates across all major IDC France events. Every year, IT decision-makers collaborate with IDC to ensure conferences reflect market realities.

Key IDC 2026 events:

AI & Data Summit

April 08,2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

Gathering IT, Data, and Digital leaders to share best practices and actionable solutions for industrializing AI, maximizing data value, and accelerating innovation at scale.

Register now

IT Security Summit

June 10, 2026
Carré Edouard VII | Paris

CISOs, CIOs, and IT leaders explore how cybersecurity can become a strategic lever, leaving with insights and practical best practices to strengthen resilience, compliance, and digital trust.

Register now

CIO Summit

November 18, 2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

The 3rd edition brings together CIOs and IT leaders to tackle critical priorities: continuous innovation, operational efficiency, and cost control.

Register now

Advisory Board

IT Security Summit Advisory Board

A High-level Network of IT, Tech, and Digital leaders

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IT Security Summit Advisory Board

What is the role of the IDC Advisory Board?

For the IT Security Summit, IDC France relies on an Advisory Board made up of CISOs, IT leaders, and recognized cybersecurity experts. This group co-creates a program that directly addresses the priorities of IT and security teams and reflects the most pressing challenges in the market.

Leveraging their hands-on experience, Advisory Board members help shape an event designed by and for IT and cybersecurity decision-makers, with conferences and discussions focused on the key challenges: cybersecurity innovation, system resilience, AI-driven threat detection, operational efficiency, and governance.

The Value for You

Joining the Advisory Board means entering an exclusive circle of IT leaders and connecting with influential decision-makers in a collaborative, welcoming environment. Participation allows you to shape event themes, showcase your expertise, and enhance your visibility and recognition among peers, both during the conferences and across IDC’s digital platforms.

What You Bring

As a member, you actively contribute to editorial planning, share practical insights, and help develop tangible content such as roundtables, interviews, and interactive sessions, while promoting IDC France initiatives within your professional network.

Upcoming Advisory Board meetings

Each Advisory Board meeting combines strategic work and premium networking opportunities, allowing members to exchange experiences, engage with peers in prestigious settings, and directly influence the programs of IDC France’s flagship events.

Euroleague- Paris Basketball

IT Security Summit Advisory Board 
April 02, 2026

Work session in a private suite at the Adidas Arena, followed by a VIP experience at the Euroleague Paris Basketball vs. Partizan Mozzart Belgrade match. Premium courtside seats and hospitality services ensure informal, high-quality networking.

Join us

Roland Garros

CIO Summit Advisory Board
May 27, 2026

Work session at Hotel Molitor, followed by exclusive networking at Roland Garros with premium tickets to Court Philippe Chatrier and access to the Orangerie lounge. A prestigious setting for strategic peer exchanges.

Join us

2026 Advisory Board Members

Meet the Advisory Board of the IT Security Summit 2025

These influential IT leaders and cybersecurity experts form a recognized, engaged peer network whose collective expertise enhances both the program and the overall event experience.

Thibaut Roynette

Thibaut Roynette

CISO/RSSI

DANONE

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Pierre-Marie Quantin

Pierre-Marie Quantin

Responsable Cybersecurity

GROUPE TF1

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José Araujo

José Araujo

Directeur de la Cybersecurité

Groupe SNCF

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Jane Rain

Jane Rain

Directrice Cyberprotection et RSSI Groupe

LA POSTE GROUPE

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Pierre Kochanski

Pierre Kochanski

Directeur Coordination des Technologies de l’Information

MINISTERE ECONOMIES ET FINANCES

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Khaoula Ben Ayed

Khaoula Ben Ayed

CTO

EDENRED

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Olivier Tillier

Olivier Tillier

CISO

BOUYGUES CONSTRUCTION

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Eugénie Laurian

Eugénie Laurian

Experte I Stratégie en sécurité numérique: cybersécurité et protection des données

MINISTERE DES ARMEES

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Vincent Gapaillard

Vincent Gapaillard

RSSI

LOXAM

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Suvansh Lal

Suvansh Lal

CISO

EQUANS FRANCE

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Nos advisory boards et événements passés

IDC France brings together IT leaders in premium settings across its four major events. These Advisory Boards have co-created concrete programs, facilitated strategic exchanges, and built a highly engaged community of IT leaders.

Six Nations Rugby Tournament

AI & Data Summit Advisory Board 
February 05, 2026

Work session at OKKO Hotel, followed by premium networking at the France-Ireland Six Nations match with post-match lounge access. A unique opportunity to combine strategic discussions with an exclusive sports experience.

AI & Data Advisory Board Members

Ligue 1- Parc des Princes

CIO Summit Advisory Board
October 17, 2025

Work session at Hotel Molitor, followed by an exclusive networking experience at Parc des Princes to watch PSG vs Strasbourg. Members enjoyed premium tickets close to the pitch and access to VIP hospitality, providing an ideal setting for strategic peer-to-peer exchanges.

CIO Summit Advisory Board Members

What Our Members Say

Board members reflect on the quality of peer-to-peer exchanges, the tangible impact on event content, and the value of a network designed by and for IT decision-makers.

High-Quality Exchanges

“What I value about the CIO Summit Advisory Board is the quality of peer exchanges. We discuss real issues without filters, which allows us to build a program that is truly useful and grounded in IT realities.”

Dave Ubachs, Group CIO | Digital & Data-AI Transformation, ex-P&G, Staples, Edenred

A Premium Setting

“The Advisory Board provides a privileged environment to take a step back, compare practices, and influence Summit content. Discussions are rich, candid, and highly practical- making all the difference.”

Jean-Jacques Camps, Directeur Systèmes d'Informations | Engineering, Air Liquide

IDC France Flagship Events

The IDC Advisory Board operates across all major IDC France events. Every year, IT decision-makers collaborate with IDC to ensure conferences reflect market realities.

Key IDC 2026 events:

AI & Data Summit

April 08,2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

Gathering IT, Data, and Digital leaders to share best practices and actionable solutions for industrializing AI, maximizing data value, and accelerating innovation at scale.

Inscrivez-vous

IT Security Summit

June 10, 2026
Carré Edouard VII | Paris

CISOs, CIOs, and IT leaders explore how cybersecurity can become a strategic lever, leaving with insights and practical best practices to strengthen resilience, compliance, and digital trust.

Register now

CIO Summit

November 18, 2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

The 3rd edition brings together CIOs and IT leaders to tackle critical priorities: continuous innovation, operational efficiency, and cost control.

Register now

CIO Summit France

CIO Summit France

The Rise of Agentic Systems

18 Nov 2026 Paris, France
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AI Industrialization: CIOs Take Action!

The IDC CIO Summit 2026 is the strategic gathering for CIOs and technology leaders committed to building tomorrow’s networked enterprise. As 2027 approaches, the challenge is no longer technological experimentation, but operational performance at scale.

📅 November 18, 2026 – 📍 Paris, France

Context

Beyond mere innovation, the IDC CIO Summit 2026 addresses a pivotal question: how can we orchestrate seamless and secure collaboration between human intelligence, algorithms, and autonomous agents?

Hybrid infrastructures, cybersecurity, ESG strategy, and skills evolution have now become the pillars of successful transformation. Through forward-looking analysis and concrete case studies, the Summit provides decision-makers with the keys to leading this new technological era with both pragmatism and vision.

The CIO Summit France brings together the most influential IT leaders to share visions, strategies, and real-world feedback. This is a must-attend event to inspire and accelerate your own transformation initiatives.

Speakers

Andrea Siviero

Andrea Siviero

Senior Research Director, AI-fueled Business Strategies

IDC

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Agenda

CIO Summit France

One Day Event

8:30 am

Welcome Breakfast

9:00 am

Industrializing Agentic AI: the 5 strategic decisions CIOs must make now to move from experimentation to managing an autonomous enterprise

After the wave of generative AI and copilots, companies are entering a new phase: that of agents capable of executing business processes and collaborating with human teams. Drawing on market data and international analyses, Andrea Siviero (IDC) will decode the key trends and the five strategic decisions CIOs must make today to move from experimentation to the industrialization of AI, and to successfully enable collaboration between intelligent agents and business teams within the autonomous enterprise.

Andrea Siviero

Andrea Siviero

Senior Research Director, AI-fueled Business Strategies, IDC

9:20 am

Orchestrating the Autonomous Enterprise: how can AI agents, data, and business systems be connected?

Behind the promise of the autonomous enterprise lies a major challenge: effectively connecting AI agents, data, and business systems. This session explores the challenges of IT orchestration and the architectural choices required to move from isolated use cases to seamless, scalable execution of business processes.

9:35 am

Panel #1 – From ChatGPT to Autonomous Agents: how are CIOs reinventing enterprise organization?

Agentic AI is transforming the very nature of work: agents capable of acting within the information system, automating business processes, and collaborating with human teams.

How should an AI Center of Excellence be structured? How can IT and business teams be aligned? Which KPIs should be used to measure the performance of these new hybrid “human + agent” systems? CIOs share their best practices and real-world feedback.

10:05 am

AI performance without hardware refresh: maximizing computing power on your existing devices

Faced with the surge in AI computing demands, our partner Corel/Parallels shows you how to balance application performance with budget control. Discover how virtualization enables you to deploy resource-intensive models on your existing infrastructure, while ensuring complete data isolation and centralized access control.

10:20 am

Workshop #2 – Is your IT system ready for agentic AI? Architecture, data, and governance: the assessment every CIO needs to carry out before scaling.

Is your information system ready for agentic AI?
Architecture, data, governance: three blind spots that cause AI deployments in enterprises to fail. Leave with a maturity assessment of your information system, the top priorities to address first, and real-world feedback from CIOs in the same situation.

10:20 am

Workshop #1 – How can you govern AI without slowing innovation? Security, sovereignty, and compliance: the concrete trade-offs to make now.

How can we govern AI without slowing down innovation?
AI Act, Shadow IT, data sovereignty: CIOs are navigating between regulatory pressure and business units deploying at full speed. This workshop breaks down false dilemmas, provides an actionable three-level AI governance framework, and shows how to turn compliance into a competitive advantage rather than a constraint.

11:10 am

Coffee break & networking

11:30 am

From uncontrolled costs to controlled spending: the keys to managing the digital workplace as a service

In a context of increasing budget pressure, CIOs must shift from a model of reactive, unmanaged costs to a more precise and predictable approach to managing the IT workplace. This session with Devicenow shares practical levers and best practices to transform the digital workplace into a service, increase agility, and align IT challenges with financial and business priorities.

11:40 am

From voice to value: turning your conversational data into an AI driver in 5 steps

Voice interactions represent a largely untapped data source for many organizations. This session with RingOver outlines a practical five-step approach to transform voice data into AI-ready assets, enhance business processes, and unlock new performance drivers.

11:50 am

Panel #2 – Sovereignty and Cybersecurity in the Age of AI: which trade-offs do CIOs really need to make and which can be avoided?

As AI adoption accelerates, CIOs must strike the right balance between rapid innovation and risk control. This panel explores the key structural decisions around sovereignty, cybersecurity, and data governance, with concrete feedback and real-world insights on how to secure AI use cases without slowing down large-scale adoption.

12:30 pm

Shadow IT and the SaaS explosion: regaining control of access without slowing productivity

The proliferation of SaaS tools and unmanaged usage is making access control increasingly complex for CIOs. This session with 1Password explores practical approaches to securing identities and access without hindering business operations, in an environment shaped by Shadow IT and the rapid growth of AI usage.

12:40 pm

IT as a growth driver: how to demonstrate the business ROI of IT to your executive committee

How can you turn your cost center into a revenue driver? Our partner Insight shares the keys to measuring the real impact of your digital investments and aligning your technology strategy with your executive committee’s growth objectives.

2:00 pm

CIOs under pressure: how to steer business resilience in an unpredictable world

Amid escalating crises and rapid technological change, the CIO becomes the guardian of the organization’s survival. Learn how to turn pressure into a driver of agility and make digital technology the armor that enables your business to navigate an unpredictable world successfully.

2:20 pm

Sovereign innovation: 4 practical approaches to combining AI power and technological independence

How can you innovate without compromising your strategic autonomy? Through four concrete use cases, discover cutting-edge solutions that reconcile the power demands of AI with European sovereignty requirements. A quick deep dive into architectures that ensure your technological independence today.

2:40 pm

Panel #3 – Responsible Digital and Green AI: how to steer an ESG trajectory in an AI-powered IT environment

Beyond operational efficiency, how can digital technology become an ally in your environmental transition? Discover how our experts and CIOs are reconciling the surge in AI demands with their ESG commitments—turning technological sobriety into a true driver of innovation and sustainable performance.

3:25 pm

Cocktail & networking

Advisory Board 2025

The CIO Summit Advisory Board is a select circle of CIOs working alongside IDC to co-create the event’s priorities and themes.
It provides a platform for peer-to-peer exchange, the sharing of strategic feedback, and contribution to the Summit program, while fostering high-quality, confidential discussions in a friendly and exclusive setting.
Here is a look at the members of our 2025 Advisory Board!

Dave Ubachs

Dave Ubachs

Group CIO | Digital & Data-AI Transformation

ex-P&G, Staples, Edenred

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Hugo Hamad

Hugo Hamad

Head of AI Factory

AXA France

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Ludovic Letort

Ludovic Letort

Directeur Data & AI Factory

AG2R LA MONDIALE

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Francisco Oliveira

Francisco Oliveira

IT Infrastructure and Technologies Director

ELIS

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Hakim Kacel

Hakim Kacel

Director AI & Data Engineering

American Express Global Business Travel

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Thomas Daubigny

Thomas Daubigny

Group Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO)

ELSAN

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Jean-Jacques Camps

Jean-Jacques Camps

Directeur Systèmes d'Informations / Engineering

AirLiquide

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Key topics

Agentic & Autonomous AI

From chatbots to agents capable of deciding and executing complex workflows.

Cognitive & Post-Quantum Cybersecurity

Protecting against AI-generated attacks and preparing for the encryption of the future.

Responsible Digital & Green AI

Reducing the carbon footprint of AI and using it as a lever for sustainability.

Technological Sovereignty & Compliance

Choosing technological dependencies in the era of the AI Act and geopolitical tensions.

The Talent Gap & New Ways of Working

Managing hybrid teams (Humans + AI Agents) and the evolving role of the CIO.

ROI & Business Impact of Digital

Demonstrating the value of IT to the Executive Committee beyond simple cost reduction.

Sponsors

Venue

Cloud Business Center

10 bis Rue du 4 Septembre, 75002 Paris

Once again this year, we look forward to seeing you at the Cloud Business Center, in the heart of Paris’s 2nd arrondissement.
A central location, easily accessible by public transportation, and ideal for getting together and networking.

Advisory Board

CIO Summit Advisory Board

A High-level Network of IT, Tech, and Digital leaders

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CIO Summit Advisory Board

IDC Advisory Board in a Nutshell

As part of the CIO Summit, IDC France relies on an Advisory Board composed of recognized CIOs and IT decision-makers. This group co-develops a program aligned with the concrete priorities of IT leadership and current market challenges.

Drawing on their hands-on expertise, Advisory Board members help shape an event designed by and for IT leaders, featuring sessions and discussions focused on key challenges: innovation, modernization, AI, performance, and governance.

The Value for You

Joining the Advisory Board means entering a premium network of IT leaders and connecting with influential decision-makers in a collaborative, welcoming environment. Participation allows you to shape event themes, showcase your expertise, and enhance your visibility and recognition among peers, both during the conferences and across IDC’s digital platforms.

What You Bring

As a member, you actively contribute to editorial planning, share practical insights, and help develop tangible content such as roundtables, interviews, and interactive sessions, while promoting IDC France initiatives within your professional network.

Upcoming Advisory Board meetings

Each Advisory Board meeting combines strategic work and premium networking opportunities, allowing members to exchange experiences, engage with peers in prestigious settings, and directly influence the programs of IDC France’s flagship events.

Euroleague- Paris Basketball

IT Security Summit Advisory Board 
April 02, 2026

Work session in a private suite at the Adidas Arena, followed by a VIP experience at the Euroleague Paris Basketball vs. Partizan Mozzart Belgrade match. Premium courtside seats and hospitality services ensure informal, high-quality networking.

Join us

Roland Garros

CIO Summit Advisory Board
May 27, 2026

Work session at Hotel Molitor, followed by exclusive networking at Roland Garros with premium tickets to Court Philippe Chatrier and access to the Orangerie lounge. A prestigious setting for strategic peer exchanges.

Join us

Les membres du CIO Summit Advisory Board 2026

Meet the CIO Summit 2025 Advisory Board.

These influential IT leaders form a trusted peer network whose collective expertise helps shape the Summit program and experience.

Dave Ubachs

Dave Ubachs

Group CIO | Digital & Data-AI Transformation

ex-P&G, Staples, Edenred

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Hugo Hamad

Hugo Hamad

Head of AI Factory

AXA France

Read bio

Ludovic Letort

Ludovic Letort

Directeur Data & AI Factory

AG2R LA MONDIALE

Read bio

Francisco Oliveira

Francisco Oliveira

IT Infrastructure and Technologies Director

ELIS

Read bio

Jean-Jacques Camps

Jean-Jacques Camps

Directeur Systèmes d'Informations / Engineering

AirLiquide

Read bio

Thomas Daubigny

Thomas Daubigny

Group Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO)

ELSAN

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Hakim Kacel

Hakim Kacel

Director AI & Data Engineering

American Express Global Business Travel

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Our Past Advisory Boards and Events

IDC France brings together IT leaders in premium settings across its four major events. These Advisory Boards have co-created concrete programs, facilitated strategic exchanges, and built a highly engaged community of IT leaders.

Six Nations Rugby Tournament

AI & Data Summit Advisory Board 
February 05, 2026

Work session at OKKO Hotel, followed by premium networking at the France-Ireland Six Nations match with post-match lounge access. A unique opportunity to combine strategic discussions with an exclusive sports experience.

Our members

Ligue 1- Parc des Princes

CIO Summit Advisory Board
October 17, 2025

Work session at Hotel Molitor, followed by an exclusive networking experience at Parc des Princes to watch PSG vs Strasbourg. Members enjoyed premium tickets close to the pitch and access to VIP hospitality, providing an ideal setting for strategic peer-to-peer exchanges.

What Our Members Say

Board members reflect on the quality of peer-to-peer exchanges, the tangible impact on event content, and the value of a network designed by and for IT decision-makers.

High-Quality Exchanges

“What I value about the CIO Summit Advisory Board is the quality of peer exchanges. We discuss real issues without filters, which allows us to build a program that is truly useful and grounded in IT realities.”

Dave Ubachs, Group CIO | Digital u0026 Data-AI Transformation, ex-Pu0026G, Staples, Edenred

A Premium Setting

“The Advisory Board provides a privileged environment to take a step back, compare practices, and influence Summit content. Discussions are rich, candid, and highly practical—making all the difference.”

Jean-Jacques Camps, Directeur Systèmes d'Informations | Engineering, Air Liquide

IDC France flagship events

The IDC Advisory Board operates across all major IDC France events. Every year, IT decision-makers collaborate with IDC to ensure conferences reflect market realities.

Key IDC 2026 events:

AI & Data Summit

April 08,2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

Gathering IT, Data, and Digital leaders to share best practices and actionable solutions for industrializing AI, maximizing data value, and accelerating innovation at scale.

Register now

IT Security Summit

June 10, 2026
Carré Edouard VII | Paris

CISOs, CIOs, and IT leaders explore how cybersecurity can become a strategic lever, leaving with insights and practical best practices to strengthen resilience, compliance, and digital trust.

Register now

CIO Summit

November 18, 2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

The 3rd edition brings together CIOs and IT leaders to tackle critical priorities: continuous innovation, operational efficiency, and cost control.

Register now

Advisory Board Programme

Advisory Board IDC

Un cercle d’échanges entre dirigeants IT pour concevoir des événements à impact, au plus près du terrain.

 

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Advisory Board IDC

Pourquoi rejoindre le programme Advisory Board ?

Le programme Advisory Board IDC part d’une conviction simple: les meilleurs événements IT naissent de l’échange entre pairs.

Les membres du programme, confrontés à des enjeux communs, trouvent au sein de ce cercle un espace d’échange privilégié, favorisant des échanges directs et sans posture.

Networking entre pairs

Élargissez votre réseau professionnel en échangeant avec des leaders IT et des décideurs influents, dans un cadre privilégié.

Rayonnement & reconnaissance

Valorisez votre expertise et votre vision stratégique auprès de la communauté IT, via les plateformes digitales IDC et lors de nos grands rendez-vous IDC en France et en Europe.

Influence & accès privilégié

Contribuez aux orientations IDC lors des comités consultatifs, débats et échanges avec nos analystes,et profitez d’avantages exclusifs (avant-premières, événements privés).

Des réflexions qui nourissent des événements plus utiles

Les échanges menés au sein du programme Advisory Board permettent à IDC France
de concevoir des événements alignés sur les priorités réelles du marché.

Une logique de co-construction

Les contributions des membres influencent les  thématiques, les formats et les messages, afin de proposer des contenus concrets, pensés par des décideurs IT, pour des décideurs IT.

Une participation souple, au rythme de vos disponibilités et de vos priorités, au service d’une ambition partagée : élever la qualité des échanges et l’impact des événements.

Votre rôle au sein du programme Advisory Board

Le programme IDC Advisory Board s’appuie sur une co-construction volontaire, nourrie par le regard et l’expérience terrain de ses membres.

Contribution à la réflexion éditoriale

Participez activement à la conception des programmes et à la définition des sujets stratégiques des grands événements IDC France.

Partage d'expérience

Apportez vos réflexions et retours d’expérience pour enrichir les débats entre pairs, notamment lors de prises de parole sur scène le jour de l’événement.

Ambassadeur des événements IDC

Portez les événements IDC France auprès de votre réseau et contribuez à leur visibilité en incarnant des contenus utiles et crédibles pour la communauté IT.

Les grands rendez-vous IDC France à venir

L’IDC Advisory Board accompagne les grands événements IDC France. Chaque année, des décideurs IT contribuent à des conférences ancrées dans les réalités du marché.

Découvrez les grands rendez-vous IDC à venir en 2026 :

AI & Data Summit

08 avril 2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

Le AI & Data Summit 2026 réunit les décideurs IT, Data et Digital pour partager les meilleures pratiques et repartir avec des solutions concrètes afin d’industrialiser l’IA, valoriser les données et accélérer l’innovation à grande échelle.

Inscrivez-vous

IT Security Summit

10 juin 2026
Carré Edouard VII | Paris

Le IDC IT Security Summit 2026 réunit CISOs, CIOs et leaders IT pour transformer la cybersécurité en levier stratégique. Repartez avec des insights et bonnes pratiques directement applicables pour renforcer résilience, conformité et confiance numérique.

Inscrivez-vous

CIO Summit | 18 novembre, Paris

18 novembre 2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

La 3ème édition du CIO Summit rassemblera les DSI et décideurs IT autour des enjeux clés : innover en continu, optimiser l’efficacité opérationnelle et maîtriser les coûts.

AWARDS

Nominate IT Teams for the 2026 CIO Awards Canada

IDC CIO Awards Canada recognizes outstanding IT innovation, celebrating Canadian organizations and their teams that leverage technology to drive business success. These prestigious technology awards honor those who create a competitive advantage, streamline operations, foster growth, and enhance customer relationships. Winning is a mark of enterprise excellence—an achievement the entire team can take pride in.

 

We are thrilled to be celebrating the 2026 CIO Awards winners at our in-person ceremony on November 19, 2026, at Delta Hotels Toronto, recognizing their contributions to Canada’s technology and innovation landscape.

To be recognized among Canada’s top technology awards, organizations must showcase excellence in two key areas:

  • IT Innovation – Demonstrating how your team leveraged CIO tech to drive new ways of doing business, whether internally or externally.

  • Business Value Delivery – Providing measurable impact, supported by data, that highlights how your project has improved business results.

Earning an IDC CIO Award means standing out in the Canadian tech landscape for groundbreaking achievements in IT.

Eligibility Criteria

Earning an IDC CIO Award means standing out in the Canadian technology landscape for groundbreaking achievements in IT. To be eligible for consideration, submissions must meet the following criteria:

  • Projects must have commenced no earlier than June 1, 2024, be at least in a pilot stage, and have already delivered early results
  • Only one winning submission per organization will be selected

Award Highlights 2025

FAQs

  • When is the nomination deadline?

    All nominations must be submitted by May 29, 2026 at 11.59 PM ET.

  • Who can apply?

    Technology leaders, directors and executives, other qualified team members, as well as internal or external PR and marketing representatives, with a primary business presence in Canada may submit applications:

    Technology vendors can submit:

    • An internal IT project or initiative
    • A customer’s project or initiative that utilizes their product. This requires permission from the customer and contact information for the customer’s technology executive. Please note: If this entry wins, the customer will be named the award winner, not your technology vendor company.

    Technology vendors cannot submit:

    • Any product or service they sell to external IT customers or clients. These entries will be disqualified.
  • Is there a fee to apply?

    Yes, there is a $75 CAD fee to apply online via credit card.

  • How are judges selected?

    The judges are a selection of senior executives and editors from IDC Canada executives and analysts.

  • How are the entries judged?

    Judging is based solely on the information submitted in this online application. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to review any additional materials. To be selected for an IDC CIO Canada Award, you must demonstrate excellence in two main areas:

    • Technology innovation: The extent to which your organization used IT in a new way or enabled new ways of doing business, whether internally or externally.
    • Business value delivery: The measurable impact, backed up by supporting data, that your project has had on your organization’s business results.
  • What are the requirements to accept the award?

    If your company is selected as an award winner, a member of the nominated company will need to formally acknowledge and accept the award within one week of receiving the notification. This acceptance must be made via the online award acceptance page. If you do not complete this step, you will forfeit your award and another winner from the pool of finalists will be selected.

  • Are application submissions confidential?

    Yes, all application submissions are confidential during the judging phase. Event operations staff and the judging panel will view them in confidence to determine the winners.

  • Will I receive feedback about my submission?

    No feedback will be given on submissions.

  • What format should attachments be?

    Supporting documents can be uploaded in PDF, JPG or PNG formats only.

  • Want to preview the nomination submission form?

    View the full questionnaire here Nomination Questionaire Preview

Advisory Board Programme

IDC Advisory Board

A trusted circle of IT leaders shaping impactful events grounded in real-world priorities.

 

Download our Brochure
IDC Advisory Board

Why join the IDC Advisory Board?

The IDC Advisory Board program is built on a simple belief:
the most valuable IT events are created through peer-to-peer dialogue.

Within this program, members facing similar strategic challenges come together in a trusted environment designed for open, direct and meaningful exchanges — conversations that go beyond formalities and focus on real-world experience.

High-Level Networking

Expand your professional network by connecting with IT leaders and influential decision-makers in an exclusive and trusted environment.

Visibility & Recognition

Showcase your expertise and strategic vision to the wider IT community through IDC’s digital platforms and during our major IDC events across France and Europe.

Influence & Privileged Access

Help shape IDC discussions through advisory committees, roundtables and direct exchanges with our analysts, while benefiting from exclusive opportunities such as previews and private events.

Turning insights into more relevant events

Discussions within the Advisory Board help IDC France design events that reflect the real priorities of the market.

A co-creation approach

Members’ insights directly influence event themes, formats and key messages, ensuring content that is practical, relevant and designed by IT decision-makers, for IT decision-makers.

Participation is flexible and designed to fit your schedule and priorities, all in support of a shared ambition:
raising the quality of dialogue and increasing the impact of our events.

Your role within the IDC Advisory Board

The IDC Advisory Board is built on voluntary collaboration, fueled by the experience and strategic perspective of its members.

Contribute to editorial direction

Actively participate in shaping event agendas and identifying the strategic topics that will define IDC France’s flagship events.

Share your experience

Bring your insights and real-world perspectives to enrich peer discussions, including speaking opportunities during IDC events.

Act as an IDC events ambassador

Promote IDC France events within your network and help increase their visibility by representing relevant and credible content for the IT community.

IDC France Flagship Events

The IDC Advisory Board operates across all major IDC France events. Every year, IT decision-makers collaborate with IDC to ensure conferences reflect market realities.

Key IDC 2026 events:

AI & Data Summit

April 08,2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

Gathering IT, Data, and Digital leaders to share best practices and actionable solutions for industrializing AI, maximizing data value, and accelerating innovation at scale.

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IT Security Summit

June 10, 2026
Carré Edouard VII | Paris

CISOs, CIOs, and IT leaders explore how cybersecurity can become a strategic lever, leaving with insights and practical best practices to strengthen resilience, compliance, and digital trust.

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CIO Summit

November 18, 2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

The 3rd edition brings together CIOs and IT leaders to tackle critical priorities: continuous innovation, operational efficiency, and cost control.

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2025 Edition

A review of our 2025 event!

Discover the highlights of the 2025 edition, an event marked by innovation, business model transformation, and the unlocking of the strategic potential of AI and data.

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A review of our 2025 event!

CIO Summit France: Key Figures

80+ IT, Data, and AI Decision-Makers

15+ Speakers

9 Roundtables & Keynotes and 3 Workshops

Highlights of the day

The Data & AI Summit 2025 highlighted data and AI as key drivers of performance and innovation. Discussions in particular emphasized the central role of generative AI in the evolution of business models and business processes.

Key Takeaways from the 2025 Edition

  • A clear and pragmatic vision of current and future uses of AI
  • Concrete and actionable insights
  • A balanced approach that combines innovation, sovereignty, and responsibility
  • A community committed to data and AI transformation

The main topics covered

The 2025 edition of the Data & AI Summit highlighted three key areas at the heart of companies’ data and AI strategies: technological innovation, operational performance, and governance issues.

AI and New Decision-Making Models

The rise of generative AI and agent-based AI is paving the way for more autonomous and intelligent systems capable of transforming business processes, optimizing decision-making, and redefining business models.

Data sovereignty and trust

Data management, protection, and governance have emerged as major strategic issues. The discussions highlighted the importance of AI that is sovereign, responsible, and aligned with regulatory and ethical requirements.

Accelerating AI Through the Cloud and Data Quality

The cloud, no-code solutions, and data quality are key drivers for accelerating AI projects. Reliable, well-governed data remains the essential foundation for ensuring high-performing, sustainable results.

They spoke in 2025

IT executives, IDC experts, and leaders in digital transformation shared their insights, experiences, and strategies.

Dr. Luc Julia

Dr. Luc Julia

Chief Scientific Officer

Renault Group

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Myriem Bellakhdim

Myriem Bellakhdim

Senior Manager Data IA & Compliance

Groupe La Poste

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Iouri Shaposhnikov

Iouri Shaposhnikov

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Bouzid Ait Amir

Bouzid Ait Amir

Chief Data Officer

Intermarché

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Caroline Chopinaud

Caroline Chopinaud

Directrice Générale

Hub France IA

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Anne Bretonniere

Anne Bretonniere

Directrice IA Emergence

Renault Group

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Advisory Board

AI & Data Summit Advisory Board

A High-level Network of IT, Tech, and Digital leaders

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AI & Data Summit Advisory Board

What is the role of the IDC Advisory Board?

For the IDC AI & Data Summit, IDC France relies on an Advisory Board composed of Heads of Data, AI leaders, and IT executives specializing in artificial intelligence and data. This group actively collaborates in shaping the program, ensuring it aligns with the concrete priorities of Data & AI departments and the strategic challenges of the market.

Leveraging their hands-on expertise, Advisory Board members help create an event designed by and for Data and AI decision-makers, featuring targeted conferences and exchanges addressing key challenges: innovation, platform modernization, AI deployment, data performance, and governance.

The Value for You

Joining the Advisory Board means entering an exclusive circle of IT leaders and connecting with influential decision-makers in a collaborative, welcoming environment. Participation allows you to shape event themes, showcase your expertise, and enhance your visibility and recognition among peers, both during the conferences and across IDC’s digital platforms.

 

What You Bring

As a member, you actively contribute to editorial planning, share practical insights, and help develop tangible content such as roundtables, interviews, and interactive sessions, while promoting IDC France initiatives within your professional network.

Upcoming Advisory Board meetings

Each Advisory Board meeting combines strategic work and premium networking opportunities, allowing members to exchange experiences, engage with peers in prestigious settings, and directly influence the programs of IDC France’s flagship events.

Euroleague- Paris Basketball

IT Security Summit Advisory Board 
April 02, 2026

Work session in a private suite at the Adidas Arena, followed by a VIP experience at the Euroleague Paris Basketball vs. Partizan Mozzart Belgrade match. Premium courtside seats and hospitality services ensure informal, high-quality networking.

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Roland Garros

CIO Summit Advisory Board
May 27, 2026

Work session at Hotel Molitor, followed by exclusive networking at Roland Garros with premium tickets to Court Philippe Chatrier and access to the Orangerie lounge. A prestigious setting for strategic peer exchanges.

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2026 Advisory Board Members

Meet the Advisory Board members for AI & Data Summit 2026. These influential IT, AI, and Data decision-makers form a committed network of peers whose collective expertise enriches the Summit’s program and experience.

Christophe Vaudable

Christophe Vaudable

VP Data

ACCOR

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Philippe Rambach

Philippe Rambach

SVP, Chief AI Officer

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC

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Sébastien Pacchini

Sébastien Pacchini

Head of Data & AI Operation

RENAULT

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Ludovic Letort

Ludovic Letort

Directeur Data & AI Factory

AG2R LA MONDIALE

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Olaf Kouamo

Olaf Kouamo

Head of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

SUEZ

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Mohamed Senhadji

Mohamed Senhadji

Innovation Acceleration Lead

ENGIE

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Philippe Azoulay

Philippe Azoulay

Chief AI & Data Officer

PLUXEE

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Ludi Akue

Ludi Akue

Chief Technology Officer- Digital

BPIFRANCE

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Nicolas Grandclaude

Nicolas Grandclaude

Digital Transformation Manager

HUSQVARNA

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Cyrille Charnier

Cyrille Charnier

Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Director

VERALLIA GROUP

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Julien Maillard

Julien Maillard

AI & Data Team Group Director

HAGER GROUP

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Aurélien Fenard

Aurélien Fenard

Directeur de la Transformation Digitale & Données RH

FRANCE TRAVAIL

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Nicolas Fayet

Nicolas Fayet

Group Transformation Director

COFACE

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Stéphane Mariotto

Stéphane Mariotto

Global CIO & CISO

FIDAL

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Bilal Idiri

Bilal Idiri

Responsable Ingénierie IA – Tech Lead

AG2R La Mondiale

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Our Past Advisory Boards and Events

IDC France brings together IT leaders in premium settings across its four major events. These Advisory Boards have co-created concrete programs, facilitated strategic exchanges, and built a highly engaged community of IT leaders.

Six Nations Rugby Tournament

AI & Data Summit Advisory Board 
February 05, 2026

Work session at OKKO Hotel, followed by premium networking at the France-Ireland Six Nations match with post-match lounge access. A unique opportunity to combine strategic discussions with an exclusive sports experience.

AI & Data Advisory Board Members

Ligue 1- Parc des Princes

CIO Summit Advisory Board
October 17, 2025

Work session at Hotel Molitor, followed by an exclusive networking experience at Parc des Princes to watch PSG vs Strasbourg. Members enjoyed premium tickets close to the pitch and access to VIP hospitality, providing an ideal setting for strategic peer-to-peer exchanges.

CIO Summit Advisory Board Members

What Our Members Say

Board members reflect on the quality of peer-to-peer exchanges, the tangible impact on event content, and the value of a network designed by and for IT decision-makers.

High-Quality Exchanges

“What I value about the CIO Summit Advisory Board is the quality of peer exchanges. We discuss real issues without filters, which allows us to build a program that is truly useful and grounded in IT realities.”

Dave Ubachs, Group CIO | Digital & Data-AI Transformation, ex-P&G, Staples, Edenred

A Premium Setting

“The Advisory Board provides a privileged environment to take a step back, compare practices, and influence Summit content. Discussions are rich, candid, and highly practical- making all the difference.”

Jean-Jacques Camps, Directeur Systèmes d'Informations | Engineering, Air Liquide

IDC France Flagship Events

The IDC Advisory Board operates across all major IDC France events. Every year, IT decision-makers collaborate with IDC to ensure conferences reflect market realities.

Key IDC 2026 events:

AI & Data Summit

April 08,2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

Gathering IT, Data, and Digital leaders to share best practices and actionable solutions for industrializing AI, maximizing data value, and accelerating innovation at scale.

Inscrivez-vous

IT Security Summit

June 10, 2026
Carré Edouard VII | Paris

CISOs, CIOs, and IT leaders explore how cybersecurity can become a strategic lever, leaving with insights and practical best practices to strengthen resilience, compliance, and digital trust.

Register now

CIO Summit

November 18, 2026
Cloud Business Center| Paris

The 3rd edition brings together CIOs and IT leaders to tackle critical priorities: continuous innovation, operational efficiency, and cost control.

Register now

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