Vancouver Chapter: Future-proofing cyber strategy: A CISO roundtable on resilience, risk, and readiness
November 25, 2025 (6:00 PM - 8:30 PM) (PST)
Description
Join us for an exclusive CISO roundtable where senior security leaders will engage in a facilitated discussion on the evolving role of cybersecurity in AI transformation. Moderated by Rocco Galletto, BDO’s National and Global Cybersecurity Leader, the session will feature experiential insights and encourage open dialogue among attendees on the challenges and opportunities they’re facing today.
Drawing from the latest BDO-sponsored IDC cybersecurity survey, conducted across 400 organizations globally, the conversation will explore how security leaders are adapting to rising threats, governance gaps in generative AI, and the persistent disconnect between strategic intent and execution. This roundtable is designed to foster peer exchange, surface actionable insights to strengthen defences and help CISOs align their programs with future business needs.
Key Takeaways:
- How to embed cybersecurity early in digital transformation initiatives to reduce risk and accelerate resilience
- Strategies for evolving cyber programs to meet shifting business and regulatory demands
- Insights into the top attack vectors and cost drivers from recent IDC survey data
- Governance approaches for mitigating risks associated with generative AI adoption
- Peer perspectives on building maturity, managing third-party risk, and aligning cyber with business strategy
MODERATOR: Rocco Galletto, Partner, National Cyber Leader, BDO Canada
Rocco Galletto is a Partner in BDO's Toronto office, with over 20 years of professional experience providing Information Technology and Cybersecurity Services. He leads BDO's cyber practice in Canada, working with clients to help them develop effective cybersecurity programs and build strong cybersecurity defenses.
Rocco has provided IT and cyber services to clients in a wide range of industries, including retail, financial services, and public sector. He has successfully assisted several clients with developing cyber strategies, building new cyber capabilities, and helping his clients prepare and respond to cyber threats.
Rocco's focus is to effectively manage cyber risk through leveraging business and technology transformation programs.
Agenda
6:00 - 7:00pm – Arrival & Networking Reception
7:00 - 8:00pm – Presentation – Q & A
8:00 - 8:30pm – Networking
Hors d’oeuvres & Beverages to be served
Open to CIOCAN Members Only
Thank you to our Sponsor

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