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POWERED BY PARTNER
Decode Boardroom Expectations with Real-World Insights
23rd - 24th October, 2026
Gurugram
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

Decode Boardroom Expectations with Real-World Insights

Despite years of discussion surrounding digital transformation, technology leaders still face a persistent barrier when trying to convert their technical expertise into true executive authority. This disconnect highlights a universal challenge for technology decision makers, rooted deeply in the unspoken behavioral dynamics, communication norms, and political nuances that govern the highest levels of corporate leadership.

Overcoming this barrier requires a fundamental psychological shift from managing systems to advising on enterprise value, directly aligning with how corporate directors evaluate risk, growth, and organizational resilience.

Success at this level depends far less on technical execution and far more on mastering the art of pre-meeting diplomacy, consensus building, and the seamless translation of complex technological capability into long-term business strategy.

The Unwritten Rules of the Boardroom brings this critical theme to life by gathering seasoned enterprise technology leaders to decode these boardroom expectations through real-world insights.

Conference

Networking

Connect with peers navigating the same boardroom pressures.

Confex

Executive Fluency

Practical frameworks to translate technical vision into board-ready language.

Confex

Peer-Tested Insights

Real boardroom wins and misses, shared candidly by those who lived them.

Partners

Present
Powered By Partner
Platinum Partner
Gold Partner
Data Intelligence Partner
Gifting Partner
AI Healthcare Partner

Eminent Leaders

DISCUSSION TOPICS
Confex

Managing Top-Down AI Pressure

Confex

Evolving CIO Mandate

Confex

Prioritizing AI Investment Amid Uncertain ROI

Confex

Winning Budget, Trust, and Airtime with Non-Tech Leadership

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

Master the unspoken behavioral nuances and communication styles required to influence corporate boards.

Balance aggressive executive tech demands with realistic and achievable delivery timelines.

Justify next-generation digital investments despite highly uncertain short-term financial returns.

Utilize pre-meeting diplomacy techniques to secure budget approvals from non-technical peers.

Prepare for upcoming governance, risk, and compliance challenges redefining future leadership.
Event Agenda

CIO Retreat brings together world-class speakers, innovators, and industry leaders for two days conference of inspiration, learning, and networking. Explore our carefully curated sessions designed to help you discover the future of technology and business.

01:00 PM – 2:00 PM 23rd October, 2026

Arrival & Lunch

Delegates arrive, check in, and network over lunch

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM 23rd October, 2026

Relax & Recharge

Dedicated downtime for attendees to unwind and prepare for the sessions ahead.

3:00 PM – 3:10 PM 23rd October, 2026

Welcome Address & Opening Remarks

Welcome Address & Opening Remarks by Ms.Taniya Tikoo, Co-founder & Editor-in-Chief, ObserveNow Media

3:10 PM – 3:40 PM 23rd October, 2026

Panel Discussion 1

Winning Budget, Trust, and Airtime with Non-Tech Leadership

More Info.
3:40 PM – 3:55 PM 23rd October, 2026

Industry Presentation by NTT DATA and Google Cloud

Industry presentation by the Presenting Partner.

3:55 PM – 4:10 PM 23rd October, 2026

Industry Presentation: InputZero & ServiceNow

Industry presentation - Powered by Partner

4:10 PM – 4:40 PM 23rd October, 2026

Panel Discussion 2

Architecting the Modern Enterprise: Boardroom Strategies for M&A, Ecosystem Alliances, and Accelerated Growth

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4:40 PM – 4:55 PM 23rd October, 2026

Industry Presentation: Redington & Apple

Industry presentation by Platinum Partner

4:55 PM – 5:10 PM 23rd October, 2026

Industry Presentation: HashiCorp

Industry presentation by Gold Partner

5:10 PM – 6:30 PM 23rd October, 2026

Networking High-Tea

A casual gathering to connect and reflect on the day's insights over high tea.

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM 23rd October, 2026

Relax & Recharge

Further time for relaxation and informal conversation ahead of the evening.

8:00 PM onwards 23rd October, 2026

Gala Dinner & Cocktails

A formal evening of gourmet dining, continued networking, and celebration under the stars.

07:00 AM – 09:00 AM 24th October, 2026

Morning Activities: Yoga / Cycling / Golf

Participants choose from early-morning activities. Yoga: sunrise mindfulness by the lawns; Cycling: scenic ride through the estate; Golf: relaxed round to start the day.

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM 24th October, 2026

Morning Breakfast

A hearty breakfast and another chance to network.

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 24th October, 2026

Relax & Recharge

A final chance to unwind before the concluding roundtable session.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 24th October, 2026

Checkout & Departure

Delegates check out, concluding the retreat with new connections and insight to take back to their organizations.

Our Trusted Partner Network
SquadStack
Trustt
Skills
Cloudflare
Zscaler
Persistent Systems
VuNet
Atlassian
Freshworks
Tata Communications
Dixit Infotech
Adobe DWAO
ESDS
Kore.ai
Embassy of Romania
Embassy of Sweden
Accops
Avaya
Commvault
Acer
Dassault Systèmes
GAIL
Lenovo
Cisco
Cybersecurity Partner
Spectra
Niveous
T-Hub
Karnataka Digital Economy Mission
MeitY Startup Hub
MongoDB
Google Cloud
Teramind
CrowdStrike
Event Venue

A luxury retreat designed for strategic conversations, premium networking, and high-impact leadership experiences.

Hotel
Hotel
Conference hall
23rd – 24th October ’26

Where Strategy Meets Luxury

This venue creates the perfect environment for senior leaders to step away from everyday boardroom noise and engage in meaningful, focused conversations.

Date 23rd – 24th October 2026
Location Gurugram
Experience Leadership Retreat & Networking

ObserveNow CIO Retreat - New Gurugram

* Registration for the event does not guarantee a confirmed seat. Your participation will be confirmed only upon receiving a confirmation email from the organizing team.