Editorial

What Gets a CISO's Attention?

Every vendor wants a meeting; few understand what earns one

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 5 MINS

Of course the CISO is important, but their time is at a premium.  They appreciate it when you're selective about the right time to involve them.

In this episode of Unpatched, CISOs explain what piques their interest and what's guaranteed to get you into the bad books. The result is a frank discussion about differentiation, consolidation and what ultimately captivates a Board Level Executive's attention.   

Taking place during CyberSync, our 'Fringe' event alongside InfoSecurity Europe our participants in this episode are

Stuart Seymour - Group CSO and CISO, Virgin Media O2

Matt Adcock - CISO, Nielsen IQ

Nick Prescot - CISO, CyberKainos and Norgen

Host:  Max Sherwood, co-Founder of the Amigos Network

If you see yourself taking part in one of these discussions, ask us about our 2 AM Club Enabler Programme or join us during Black Hat Europe 8/9 December at Zero Sette Restaurant and Bar, ExCeL

What gets a CISO's attention?

What does a technology need to do to secure a CISO meeting?  Especially if you're in the 'emerging' category? 

CISOs discuss the familiar promise of cheaper, faster and better, the importance of genuine differentiation, and whether platform consolidation and the perceived simplicity of a single ecosystem always deliver the best security outcome.

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