In a world of noise, Machines That Hum invites leaders to listen differently. James Adamczuk explores how Zoom’s AI Companion turns information into harmony - intelligence that flows through work like water, shaped by human hands. Through sound, storytelling, and trust, he reveals how the future of AI isn’t automation but partnership - where deterministic structure meets human intuition, and technology finally learns to hum in tune with us.
The Future of IT & Cybersecurity
CIO & CISO Think Tank
April 28, 2026 - Copenhagen, DK
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Visionaries
Dorrit Varslott Lilliedahl
Director Supply Chain Management
EPOS Audio A/S
Sabna Sainudeen
Global Director, Application Security
Carlsberg Group
About Me
Carlsberg Group is a European brewery based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The company offers a portfolio of beer and other beverage brands.
Sebastian Mabillon
CISO
Bunker Holding
About Me
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.
Lars Brunsgård
CISO & Sr. Director, IT Infrastructure & Operations
Topsoe
James Adamczuk
Global CX Strategy Lead
Zoom
About Me
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.
Sebastian Damm Wray
Head of Quantum Networks & Security
TDC Erhverv
About Me
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.
Torben Nørgaard
CTO & Analytics
Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
Sara Mehrabi
VP Data & Analytics CDO
COWI
About Me
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.
Maria Juul Brinch
CTO/COO
Koda
Dean Garvey-North
CTO
Microlise
Anders Butzbach Christensen
Director of Enterprise Architecture, Data & AI
Bunker Holding
About Me
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.
Zoja Antuchevič
CEO and Founder
SolutionLab
Neeraj Avasthi
Senior IT Director/ Head of Generation Digital & Technology Delivery
Ørsted
About Me
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 Gomez Iglesias
VP, CISO & Head of Information Security
Volvo Car
About Me
Nicolas Gomez Iglesias is the Vice President, CISO, and Head of Information Security at Volvo Group. He holds multiple professional certifications, including CISSP, MCSA Security+, CPSA, ITIL Foundation, and CPP. Nicolas specializes in risk analysis, contingency planning, and the development of IT security policies aligned with ISO17799. His deep technical expertise further encompasses IT auditing, penetration testing, and virtualization security, allowing him to lead comprehensive security strategies for global organizational resilience.
Søren Kriegbaum
CTO & Owner
Computopic
About Me
123festmusik offers a platform connecting clients with over 2,588 musicians and DJs ready to perform at various events. They provide a free inquiry service that allows users to receive offers from skilled and experienced artists within 1-24 hours. With more than 15 years of experience in live music booking, they have facilitated over 100,000 events, ensuring a unique atmosphere through live performances. Their extensive selection includes bands and DJs for weddings, corporate parties, birthdays, and more, all backed by over 2,000 five-star reviews.
Sheraz Javed
CTO
Custimoo
About Me
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 Vyas
Principal Security Architect
Novonesis
Maria Christiansen
Head of Applied AI, Finance
TDC NET
About Me
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.
Agenda
All times Central European Time
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
Registration
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Morning Networking
10:00 AM - 10:10 AM
Opening Remarks
10:10 AM - 10:35 AM
Keynote
Machines that Hum | AI Companion and the Human Harmony
10:40 AM - 11:25 AM
Panel
Mental Fatigue, Burnout & the Human Risk Factor in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity isn’t just a technical challenge—it’s a human one. With mounting pressure, 24/7 threats, and increasing accountability, today’s workforce is under immense stress. This leadership roundtable explores the intersection of mental wellness, organizational resilience, and insider risk. Topics include burnout detection, human error trends, building psychologically safe teams, and fostering a culture where security isn’t just enforced—but owned. Learn how executives are rethinking workforce sustainability in security, with practical strategies for retention, performance, and mental clarity at every level.
11:25 AM - 11:45 AM
Coffee Break
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Panel
Rearchitecting the Enterprise for Agentic AI: Control, Collaboration, and the Next Frontier of Automation
Agentic AI, autonomous systems that perceive, reason, and act with minimal human intervention is poised to redefine how work gets done. As these intelligent agents move beyond experimentation into enterprise-scale deployments, organizations must prepare to fundamentally rearchitect their digital environments.
This panel will explore how leaders can operationalize agentic AI to drive efficiency, creativity, and strategic advantage while preserving oversight, governance, and trust. Discussion topics will include designing workflows around autonomous decision-making, managing human-agent collaboration, and navigating emerging risks such as bias, security, and operational drift. Join us as we unpack what it truly means to lead in an era of intelligent, action-oriented AI and how to ensure these agents serve both your innovation goals and core business values.
Neeraj Avasthi
Senior IT Director/ Head of Generation Digital & Technology Delivery
Ørsted
Sheraz Javed
CTO
Custimoo
Shashi Vyas
Principal Security Architect
Novonesis
12:35 PM - 12:50 PM
Disruptor
From Chaos to Control: Solving Data Sprawl & DSPM at Scale
Sensitive data is everywhere—stored, shared, and duplicated across environments without clear ownership. Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) has emerged to help organizations regain control. In this roundtable, leaders from heavily regulated industries walk through their DSPM implementations: how they located hidden data, prioritized risks, and implemented policy-based protection at scale. Expect real-world lessons on mapping data flows, minimizing blast radius, and integrating data security into DevOps and compliance workflows. If you're struggling with data chaos, this session shows how to take charge.
12:50 PM - 1:50 PM
Lunch & Networking
1:50 PM - 2:05 PM
Disruptor
What’s AI Doing for You?
2:10 PM - 2:45 PM
Fireside Chat
The Future of Cyber Resilience: Winning in a World of Constant Threats
In an era of escalating cyber threats, evolving attack surfaces, and accelerated digital transformation, traditional security models are no longer enough. This keynote will explore what it means to build cyber resilience in today’s complex environment—where speed, adaptability, and business alignment are paramount. From securing hybrid and multi-cloud environments to integrating AI-driven threat intelligence, we’ll examine how leaders can future-proof their security strategies while enabling innovation. Learn how to shift from reactive defense to proactive resilience, ensuring your organization can not only withstand but thrive amid disruption.
2:50 PM - 3:35 PM
Panel
Securing the Rise of Agentic AI: Trust, Control, and Resilience in Autonomous Systems
As agentic AI systems evolve from experimental tools to enterprise-grade digital workers—capable of making decisions, taking actions, and adapting in real time—they introduce a new paradigm of both possibility and risk. Unlike traditional automation, agentic AI operates with greater autonomy, raising urgent questions for security leaders: How do we ensure control? How do we manage risk when systems learn, act, and adapt independently?
This panel will explore the security implications of deploying agentic AI across business operations—from data privacy and decision integrity to real-time threat mitigation and adversarial AI risks. We'll dive into the intersection of governance, identity management, and AI observability, and how CISOs can build frameworks that safeguard both the systems and the outcomes.
Sara Mehrabi
VP Data & Analytics CDO
COWI
Anders Butzbach Christensen
Director of Enterprise Architecture, Data & AI
Bunker Holding
Nicolas Gomez Iglesias
VP, CISO & Head of Information Security
Volvo Car
Sabna Sainudeen
Global Director, Application Security
Carlsberg Group
3:35 PM - 3:55 PM
Networking Break
3:55 PM - 4:30 PM
Fireside Chat
The Human Side of Tech: Why Soft Skills Are the Real Superpower
In a world obsessed with digital transformation, AI, and automation, it’s easy to forget the power of human connection. But the truth is technology doesn’t lead, people do. As roles evolve and teams become more cross-functional, the ability to listen, influence, adapt, and collaborate has become just as critical as technical expertise.
Today’s CIOs, CISOs, and tech leaders are expected not only to drive innovation, but to communicate across departments, manage diverse teams, and navigate uncertainty with empathy and clarity. Emotional intelligence, storytelling, active listening, and resilience are no longer “nice to have” they’re essential for anyone leading in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment.
Nowhere is this leadership shift more relevant than in the Europe particularly in Copenhagen, a city built on creativity, reinvention, and cultural diversity. Here, the ability to connect across perspectives isn’t just a professional skill it’s a way of life. As tech and business worlds converge, Copenhagen’s unique blend of innovation and human-centered thinking offers the perfect backdrop to explore how soft skills are reshaping the future of leadership.
This session dives into why the most successful executives are blending EQ with IQ to inspire trust, build alignment, and drive lasting impact.
Sebastian Damm Wray
Head of Quantum Networks & Security
TDC Erhverv
Maria Christiansen
Head of Applied AI, Finance
TDC NET
