CIO & CISO Think Tank

Sabna Sainudeen is the Director for Application Security for Carlsberg Group. Carlsberg Group is a European brewery based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The company offers a portfolio of beer and other beverage brands.

Sebastian Mabillon is an information security and IT risk management leader with experience from companies operating in energy & shipping, telco, financial and pharmaceutical industries. Specialized in working with a risk-based approach to security governance and security awareness, focused on leading teams to balance security initiatives to support business objectives and company risk appetite, while ensuring compliance to regulatory requirements. Sebastian comes from a background as IT & Electronics Engineer with a more recently added Mini-MBA in Artificial Intelligence.

James Adamczuk is a Customer Experience (CX) and Digital Transformation expert at Zoom, where he specialises in leveraging AI to enhance customer experience and drive innovation. His work focuses on implementing cutting-edge solutions that streamline customer interactions and create more meaningful, efficient experiences across all touchpoints in the digital age. As a recognised keynote speaker, James shares insights on how AI is transforming customer experience, helping organisations understand the practical applications of artificial intelligence in customer service and engagement. His presentations combine strategic vision with actionable insights, making complex digital transformation concepts accessible and empowering businesses to embrace the future of customer experience.

Frederik Janos Braun is the Cyber Assurance Manager at Ingka Group (IKEA). He has the privilege of leading and being part of exceptional cybersecurity teams, focusing on global risk management, compliance, and data protection. Frederik is passionate about driving innovation and implementing strategies that empower the people they engage.

Sebastian Damm Wray is the Head of Quantum Networks & Security at TDC Erhverv, based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Since September 2025, he has led initiatives at the intersection of Quantum Information and Intrapreneurship within the organization. Sebastian is an alumnus of Copenhagen Business School and currently drives technical leadership and security strategy in the quantum space.

Sara Mehrabi is a purpose-driven leader and Data & Analytics Group Vice President with over 20 years of multidisciplinary experience across engineering, science, and organizational psychology. Having led initiatives in 23 countries, she brings a global, inclusive perspective to digital transformation and cross-cultural collaboration. Sara leads a premier team of professionals focused on unlocking enterprise data potential through robust governance, standardization, and scaled automation. By advancing deep analytics and decision intelligence, she ensures AI readiness and supports the "FutureNow" strategy through scalable, high-impact solutions. Her leadership bridges the gap between innovation and strategic execution, transforming complex data into intelligent outcomes that improve operational efficiency. Passionate about enabling impact, Sara elevates decision-making to benefit clients, colleagues, and the environment, ensuring every idea becomes a data-informed solution that drives meaningful change across the global business landscape.

Anders Butzbach Christensen is a strategic leader operating at the intersection of data, technology, and business value. Currently the Director of Enterprise Architecture, Data and AI at Bunker Holding, Anders reports to the Group CIO and serves on the corporate strategy steering committee, translating business ambitions into long-term technology transformations. His distinguished track record includes building the Global Self-Service Data Platform at The LEGO Group and developing the group-wide Data and AI strategy for Terma Group. Recognized as one of the Top 100 Data, Analytics and AI Professionals in the Nordics, Anders is a frequent speaker at major summits and high-profile podcasts like MIT x BCG’s Me, Myself and AI. His leadership philosophy centers on trust and clarity, balancing short-term execution with sustainable capability building. From overseeing Data Science and MDM to chairing IT Service Management transformations, Anders excels at bridging the gap between executive strategy and technical excellence to future-proof global organizations.

Neeraj Avasthi is a technology executive with over 25 years of experience leading enterprise platforms, cloud transformation, and AI-driven innovation across Europe and global markets. He specializes in aligning AI and digital strategies with core business objectives, overseeing portfolio prioritization, and modernizing legacy landscapes through aggressive cloud and SaaS adoption. A champion of "compliance by design," Neeraj seamlessly integrates cybersecurity and regulatory standards into scalable platform architectures. By bridging the gap between complex technical modernization and strategic business goals, he consistently delivers measurable cost reductions and efficiency gains. His expertise in vendor management and enterprise-wide platform evolution ensures that global organizations remain competitive, secure, and data-driven in an evolving digital economy.

Nicolas Iglesias is a Chief Information Security Officer and senior cybersecurity executive with deep experience in cyber risk leadership, security strategy, and operating security at scale. He is currently CISO at Volvo Group. Alongside his CISO role, he brings a strong innovation and AI perspective, shaped by executive education at MIT and handson experience running innovation initiatives. Nicolas focuses on how AI and emerging technologies are transforming cybersecurity, decisionmaking, and the future role of security leadership. Background & Experience: - Senior cybersecurity executive with extensive experience serving as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in large, complex, international organizations - Leads security with a strong focus on hybrid threats, where cyber and physical attacks converge, requiring integrated security, resilience, and crisis‑management models - Deep expertise across cybersecurity strategy, cyber risk management, governance, compliance, and enterprise security operations - Proven track record of building and leading large security organizations, operating at board and executive level - Strong experience translating cyber risk into business and executive decisionmaking - Led and established innovation initiatives and dedicated innovation functions, focused on applying emerging technologies to real business and security challenges - Advanced executive education from MIT, with a strong focus on artificial intelligence, innovation, and technologydriven transformation - Practical, handson experience applying AI and automation to business processes, to increase speed and business value. - Known for combining deep technical credibility with strategic and futureoriented thinking

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Sheraz Javed is a Technology, Data, and Digital Transformation professional with a proven record of turning high-level strategy into scalable execution. PRINCE2-certified and fluent across architecture, analytics, and program delivery, he specializes in designing enterprise ecosystems that unify customer, product, and operational data to drive measurable business impact. Sheraz has successfully guided global teams through complex transformation programs, modernizing platforms and elevating customer experiences at scale. By aligning people, process, and technology, he builds lasting systems where value compounds over time. His expertise spans global team leadership, intelligent automation (CDP/PIM/MDM), and rigorous execution governance. Driven by challenge and clarity, Sheraz bridges the gap between vision and implementation, fostering continuous innovation and organizational alignment to unlock performance across the enterprise.

Shashi Shekhar Vyas, the Principal Cyber Security Architect for Novonesis, is an experienced Principal who focuses on implementing and maturing Enterprise Security Architecture and Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC). In this role, he assists enterprises in building secure technology ecosystems that support resilience and business growth. Over the course of his career, he has worked with organizations and managed teams across the Nordics, North America, the British Isles, India, Japan, and the wider EMEA region, supporting global enterprises in strengthening cyber resilience, improving risk governance, and aligning security architecture with business strategy. As the Principal Cyber Security Architect for Novonesis, he is particularly interested in conversations around security architecture, GRC, Enterprise security strategy, and secure digital transformation, and he enjoys collaborating with professionals across verticals and domain

Maria Christiansen is the Head of Applied AI, Finance at TDC NET, where she specializes in scaling deep tech products and driving digital transformation for Denmark's largest telecommunications provider. With a focus on AI strategy and product management, she has a proven record of delivering significant financial impact, including generating 250M+ DKK in cumulative cost savings through network optimization-driven initiatives. Maria has led the development of critical platforms, including a Data Marketplace and GenAI platform. Her strategic leadership is characterized by optimizing AI operational margins through the architectural migration from Cloud to On-Premise hosting and scaling internal platforms to a 200% increase in Weekly Active Users. Previously, as a Freelance Digital Consultant, she delivered SaaS software that reduced 5G rollout costs and deployed Deep Learning systems for fraud detection. Her expertise bridges commercial applications for Quantum and AI technologies across telecom and national security domains.

Isabel Quintero is the Deputy CPO/CTO for Inpay. Inpay is a cross-border payments company, connecting businesses and communities to a global banking network that helps them thrive. Since 2008, they've helped financial institutions, iGaming operators, corporates, NGOs and others move money to the right places quickly, easily and securely.

Rune Abrahamsson is the Chief Developer of Technology Enablement at Nykredit. As a computer scientist, he has extensive experience in support and custom solutions for Microsoft Cloud and AWS, with a primary focus on integrations, automation, and provisioning. He is passionate about building stable platforms and has a keen interest in security, recently focusing on serverless and Kubernetes-based environments. His background also includes developing and testing billing systems, business applications, webshops, and marketing pages.

Joseph Cunningham is the Head of IT at OOONO. He drives a security-first IT strategy that keeps operations agile, scalable, and resilient. With over 12 years of experience, he focuses on aligning technology with business needs while ensuring security remains a top priority. Ranging from cybersecurity frameworks to cloud strategy, he is passionate about building IT environments that are both robust and future-proof. Joseph is always looking to connect with professionals who are shaping the future of technology in a constantly evolving digital world.

Casper Krogh is a cybersecurity professional at Abnormal AI, focused on AI-driven threat protection. He brings experience from Juniper Networks, Trend Micro, and Infoblox, combining deep industry knowledge with a strong track record in advancing enterprise security solutions. Across these roles, Casper has worked closely with global enterprises to design and implement modern defenses against advanced email and cloud-based attacks, bridging strategic risk discussions with hands-on technical expertise.