As artificial intelligence reshapes digital ecosystems, trust has emerged as a critical form of currency - one that leaders must actively earn, protect, and sustain. The acceleration of AI-driven innovation has expanded organizational capabilities, but it has also amplified cyber risk, data privacy exposure, and ethical accountability at the leadership level.
As artificial intelligence reshapes digital ecosystems, trust has emerged as a critical form of currency - one that leaders must actively earn, protect, and sustain. The acceleration of AI-driven innovation has expanded organizational capabilities, but it has also amplified cyber risk, data privacy exposure, and ethical accountability at the leadership level. From autonomous decision-making systems to large-scale data analytics, today’s technologies are testing traditional governance models and redefining what responsible leadership looks like in a hyperconnected world.
This panel explores how executive leaders can navigate the evolving intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and data privacy while maintaining stakeholder trust. Panelists will examine leadership accountability in the face of AI-enabled threats, regulatory uncertainty, and rising public expectations around transparency and data stewardship. Key themes include embedding trust into AI strategy, aligning cyber resilience with business outcomes, responding to breaches in an era of reputational immediacy, and fostering a culture where ethical AI and privacy-by-design are leadership imperatives rather than technical afterthoughts.
Designed for senior decision-makers, this discussion will offer practical insights on how trust can be operationalized as a strategic asset - and how leadership actions today will determine organizational credibility, resilience, and long-term value in an AI-driven future.

Security Leader
ArmorCode
Head of Cybersecurity - CISSP | CISA | CCSK | ISO27001 LA Expertise in the field of Information & Cyber Security with key focus in the areas of IS Audits, Information Security compliance, Cloud Security, IT Risk Management, SSAE 18, SOC2, Data Privacy Audit, SOx 404 assurance, ITGC, ISO 27001, Vendor Risk Management, VA-PT, and Application Security.

Cybersecurity and Data Protection Leader
ALAB (Astera Labs)
Rushabh is currently working as a Cybersecurity and Data Protection Leader at Astera Labs. He has total 12 years of work experience in IT & Information Security domains. He has worked with Rubrik, Amazon Development Centre (India) Pvt Ltd, IBM India, PwC India, Deloitte India, BNP Paribas ISPL, Infosys Ltd. He has served industry sectors such as BFSI, Automobile & Manufacturing, Oil & Energy, Consulting, ITeS. He has pursued PGP-ITBM with specialization in Information Security from Symiosis Centre for Information Technology (SCIT), Pune. He also holds B.E in EC from Gujarat Technological University (GTU). He has also accomplished Advanced Program in Cyber Law from Asian School of Cyber Laws. Rushabh holds below professional credentials: • CISA(Q) • CISM(Q) • CRISC(Q) • CGRC • CTPRP • CDPSE • ISO 27001 ISMS LA • ISO 22301 BCMS LA • Certified BIA Professional • DCDPO • CDPO/IN • ISO 27701 PIMS LI • CRisP • NIST CSF • CCIO • CPEW • CCSK • SCCP • CSA STAR • ISO 27017 • ISC2 CC • AZ-500 • AZ-900 • SC-900 • OCI Foundations • Alibaba Cloud Security • OneTrust Certified Privacy Professional • CyberArk Level 1-Trustee • Qualys Certified Specialist-Policy Compliance Rushabh has hands-on experience in below mentioned core IT Audit skills: • General IT Controls (GITC) testing for ERP applications, Operating Systems, Databases & Network components • IT Automated Controls (ITAC) testing • Business Cycle Controls (BCC) testing for business processes such as P2P, O2C, R2R, Depreciation, Inventory Management - BOM/Back flushing, Payroll & Treasury • Information Produced/Provided by Entity (IPE) testing for completeness and accuracy of the customized reports • Sarbanes Oxley (S-Ox) Act-Section 404 reviews • Segregation of Duties (SoD) conflicts testing • Service Auditor Report (SAR) attestation: SOC 1 (SSAE 18/ISAE 3402) & SOC 2 (Trust Services Criteria) -both Type I & II He also possesses below mentioned information security skills: • GRC (NIST, COSO, COBIT, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, HITRUST) • Information Risk Assessment / Risk & Controls Self Assessment (RCSA) • ISMS-ISO 27001:2022 internal audits • Gap Analysis & Cybersecurity Maturity Assessments • TPRM • Cloud Security reviews • IT Infrastructure reviews • Data Privacy & GDPR • BCP/IT-DR • Identity & Access Management (IAM) Rushabh is enthusiastic, always keen to learn & capable of solving complex problems by applying analytical & logical understanding. He has an ability to work in team & coordinate with concerned stakeholders to bring the best possible outcome in whatever task he is assigned with. His hobbies include following cricket, playing chess, listening music.

CISO
Palosade
Security & Privacy Leader | AI-Driven Security Strategist | Product Security Architect | Product & Engineering Partner * Information Security professional (CISSP) with 15+ years of experience across multiple domains of the security * Specialized in operationalizing the Security teams and functions from scratch to assure security services are built-in and not bolted-on * Techno-managerial skills with hands-on experience on Security research, designing/architecting security solutions/products, penetration testing and ISMS * Author to the industry-wide used CIS security benchmarks for AWS, Azure and GCP

CISO
Mitigata
CISO | Risk Assessment | Incident Response | Database Security | Network Forensics | Information Security | Vulnerability Management | Security Policies | Cloud Security | Security Audit Highly committed and result-oriented cyber security professional with 12+ years of experience in implementing effective security measures and mitigating cyber threats. My expertise includes risk assessment, vulnerability management, incident response, and database security. I am a steep and astute thinker with a knack for problem solving through collaboration and strategic decision making. My strong analytical skills and ability to identify and mitigate security threats have resulted in successful long-term solutions. I have a proven track record of leading teams, implementing cybersecurity policies and procedures, and providing advisory support in the development of cyber security frameworks. I am constantly staying up-to-date with the latest security trends and technologies to ensure the highest level of protection. With a passion for database security and network forensics, I am actively seeking new opportunities in the cybersecurity domain to apply my skills and contribute to the success of organizations.
Date
February 20, 2026
Time
04:00 PM
Location
Goa, India