2025 Governance, Risk & Compliance Virtual Summit Agenda

Gain actionable insights and practical strategies from the 2025 Governance, Risk & Compliance Virtual Summit agenda. This carefully curated schedule addresses the most pressing challenges in IT governance, compliance, and risk management, delivered by industry-leading experts.

All times listed on the agenda are in Eastern Time.

Thursday, March 6

11:30 - 12:10 pm
Responsible AI: GRC for Our Future

As the world’s first Chief AI Ethics Officer, Kay Firth-Butterfield has thought deeply on harnessing the benefits of AI in a responsible way. Part of that equation is strong and smart governance, risk and compliance protocols. Firth-Butterfield will discuss the growing importance of GRC in protecting against AI-driven threats and other cyber risks as well as explore various risk frameworks in corporate and policy implementation as a way to measure AI risk. Much is being said about the end of regulation for AI in the US, which thrusts GRC onto the center stage for all companies seeking successful outcomes with AI.

Speaker
Kay Firth-Butterfield CEO Good Tech Advisory
12:10 - 12:30 pm
Live Discussion with Kay Firth-Butterfield

Now it’s your chance to join the conversation with AI ethicist Kay Firth-Butterfield. Bring your big questions about navigating the AI regulatory landscape and its impact on business operations, strategies for building trust with customers and employees regarding AI systems, and the potential for AI to create new jobs and enhance human capabilities. The focus of this live, moderated discussion will be up to you.

Speaker
Kay Firth-Butterfield CEO Good Tech Advisory
Moderator
Beth Kormanik Event Content Director Foundry, an IDG Inc. Company
12:30 - 12:50 pm
Expert Perspectives: Q&A with Our Platinum Sponsor

Join us for an exclusive moderated Q&A session with our Platinum Sponsor, a leader in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance. Our moderator will delve into pressing topics, uncovering insights on navigating today’s complex regulatory landscape, managing risks effectively, and implementing robust governance frameworks. Gain valuable expertise and hear firsthand from a trusted industry authority.

12:50 - 1:15 pm
Building a Modern Compliance Department: Driving Business Success

A high-performing compliance team can become a strategic business partner. This session will explore how to transform your compliance function into a strategic asset that drives business success. Discover how to prioritize risks effectively, leverage GRC technology, build a culture of compliance, and demonstrate the business value of compliance.

Moderator
Andrew Flynn Regional Executive Editor CSO Online
1:15 - 1:35 pm
Expert Perspectives: Q&A with Our Platinum Sponsor

Join us for an exclusive moderated Q&A session with our Platinum Sponsor, a leader in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance. Our moderator will delve into pressing topics, uncovering insights on navigating today’s complex regulatory landscape, managing risks effectively, and implementing robust governance frameworks. Gain valuable expertise and hear firsthand from a trusted industry authority.

1:35 - 2:00 pm
The New Benchmark: Continuous Compliance

Even the best-run organizations are naturally non-compliant. As soon as they reach perfect compliance, a new patch, configuration or regulation will put them out of compliance. The focus instead should be on achieving continuous compliance. Join us to learn how to operationalize compliance by establishing security and regulatory policies, which leads to better resiliency against cyberattacks and other emerging risks. The result? A position of strength for business growth and efficiency.

Speaker
Craig Buesing CISO Gates Corporation
Moderator
Phil Harris Research Director, Governance, Risk and Compliance Services IDC
2:00 - 2:05 pm
5-Minute Recharge Break

Take a moment to recharge! Use this 5-minute break to grab a drink, stretch, or reset your focus before diving back into the next session of our virtual summit. See you shortly!

2:05 - 2:35 pm
GenAI: Privacy and Regulatory Challenges

Business can’t afford to ignore the trust implications associated with generative artificial intelligence technologies. Join us to explore issues related to the generation of realistic and potentially sensitive content, addressing concerns such as data privacy and the misuse of generated content. IT leaders are also contending with an uncertain regulatory environment in the US at the federal and state levels as well as overseas. We will also share essential guidance for organizations to enable responsible development and use of generative AI technologies.

Speaker
Ryan O’Leary Research Director, Privacy and Legal Technology IDC
2:35 - 2:50 pm
Choose Your Focus: Breakout Sessions

Explore the topics that matter most to you in our 15-minute breakout sessions. Choose from a selection of sessions, each offering unique insights into key aspects of IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance. Tailor your experience, deepen your knowledge, and discover actionable strategies to apply in your organization.

2:50 - 3:20 pm
How Data Governance Changes in the Age of AI

As AI continues to revolutionize industries, the way we govern data is undergoing a fundamental shift. This discussion will explore how AI technologies like machine learning and natural language processing are reshaping traditional data governance frameworks; navigating the ethical implications of AI, including fairness, transparency, and accountability; and balancing innovation with robust security measures to protect sensitive data.

Speaker
Tera Ladner Deputy Global Chief Information Security Officer Aflac Inc
Moderator
Andrew Flynn Regional Executive Editor CSO Online
3:20 - 3:50 pm
Lightning Insights

Dive into a series of rapid-fire 5-minute videos packed with actionable market insights. Each segment is designed to tackle your biggest challenges in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance, providing practical solutions and innovative strategies you can implement right away.

3:50 - 4:20 pm
Q&A: Inside Citigroup’s New Approach to Risk Analytics

Risk management touches all aspects of Citi’s operations, so getting accurate information faster leads to better business outcomes. In this conversation, Citigroup Co-CIO Jonathan Lofthouse will discuss the new Xing Platform for risk analytics – part of a companywide digital transformation effort – and share the benefits, strategies to overcome challenges, and what others can learn from the approach. 

Speaker
Jonathan Lofthouse Co-Chief Information Officer Citi
Moderator
Beth Kormanik Event Content Director Foundry, an IDG Inc. Company