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CIO Tech Leadership Conference 2026 — Bangalore
2nd Edition  ·  2026

CIO Tech Leadership
Conference & Awards 2026

Engineering India's AI-Driven Enterprise Future

9th July, 2026
Bangalore, India

India's Most Influential CIO & Technology Leadership Forum — Where AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity & Enterprise Transformation Converge

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CIO Tech Leadership Conference 2026 — Bangalore Summit
9th July 2026
Bangalore, India
2nd
Edition
About the Summit

India's Defining Moment in
Enterprise Transformation

The 2nd CIO Tech Leadership Conference & Awards 2026 arrives at a defining moment. India has entered the era of AI-first enterprises — and the question every technology leader must answer is clear.

AI Era is Here
AI driving real-time decision-making
Cloud as the digital backbone
Cybersecurity evolving to cyber resilience
Data powering every strategic move
Enterprises Navigating
Legacy modernization challenges
Multi-cloud complexity
Rising cyber threats
Pressure to deliver measurable outcomes
The Defining Question

How do we build intelligent, scalable, and secure enterprises in an AI-driven world?

1 Day
Intensive Forum
200+
Leaders
25+
Speakers
3+
Keynotes & Panels
The Case for Bangalore

Why CIO Tech Bangalore 2026

Bangalore is where India's digital future is engineered — the perfect stage for this conversation.

India is no longer just adopting technology — it is defining global enterprise transformation models.   Right now, a convergence of forces is reshaping how enterprises operate, compete, and grow.
AI-Native Operating Models
Enterprises are shifting to AI-first architectures driving real-time decision intelligence across every function.
Multi-Cloud is the Norm
Complex multi-cloud environments are becoming the backbone of modern enterprise infrastructure and resilience.
Evolving Cyber Threats
Cyber threats are outpacing traditional defenses — security leaders must move from protection to cyber resilience.
Data-Driven Intelligence
Data is the new currency — powering every strategic decision from supply chain to customer experience in real time.
CIOs as Business Leaders
The CIO role has evolved — technology leaders are now co-owners of business strategy and transformation outcomes.
Bangalore — India's Technology Capital Home to 40% of India's tech workforce, Bangalore stands at the center of this transformation shift — making it the perfect stage for this defining conversation.
Who Attends

Where India's Technology Power Leaders Meet

A high-impact gathering of leaders shaping enterprise transformation across India's most critical industries.

C-Suite Tech Leaders
CIOs · CTOs · CISOs · CDOs
Digital & IT Heads
Heads of IT · Digital · Transformation
Data & Analytics Leaders
Chief Data Officers · Analytics Heads
Cybersecurity Leaders
Security Heads · Risk & Compliance Leaders
Cloud & Infrastructure Heads
Cloud Architects · Infrastructure Leaders
AI & Innovation Leaders
AI Heads · Automation · Innovation Officers
Enterprise Decision Makers
VP Technology · Director IT · Strategy Leads
Cross-Industry Leaders
BFSI · Retail · Manufacturing · Healthcare
Industries
BFSI Retail Manufacturing Healthcare Technology Logistics Energy Telecom
Agenda Highlights — CIO Tech 2026
10+
Agenda Tracks
25+
Award Categories
Agenda Highlights

What's on the Agenda
2026 Highlights

A packed single day of high-impact sessions, expert panels, and peer roundtables — designed to deliver actionable intelligence.

01
AI-First Enterprise Transformation
02
Scaling AI for Business Impact
03
Cloud, Data & FinOps Strategy
04
Legacy to Digital Core Transformation
05
Customer Experience & Hyper-Personalisation
06
Smart Operations & Digital Supply Chains
07
Cybersecurity & Zero Trust Architecture
08
Enterprise Modernisation & Multi-Cloud Strategy
09
CIO Leadership in the AI Era
10
CIO Tech Leadership Excellence Awards 2026
Keynotes Panels Fireside Chats Networking Roundtables
Featured Speakers

India's Most Influential Tech Leaders

Visionaries, practitioners, and decision-makers shaping the enterprise technology landscape.

Venkat Krishnan V
Karnataka Bank
Venkat Krishnan V
Chief Information Officer and Chief Technology Officer
Mythili Kandula
Happiest Health
Mythili Kandula
CTO
Devi Singh
BNP Paribas
Devi Singh
Director - Deputy Head of IT Infrastructure
Yogesh Bhalla
DSP Mutual Funds
Yogesh Bhalla
CTO
Shashank Shankar
Barclays
Shashank Shankar
Director of Applied AI | CTO
Anand Vaitheeswaran
Randstad
Anand Vaitheeswaran
Chief Information Officer - APAC
Anup Mishra
METRO Cash & Carry India Pvt.
Anup Mishra
AGM- Supply Chain Planning and Analytics
Garvit Saxena
Colliers
Garvit Saxena
Executive Director, IT Service Delivery, Asia Pacific
Roshan A
Healthcare Global Enterprise Ltd.
Roshan A
Senior General Manager – IT

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Past Sponsors

Brands That Backed the Vision

Leading enterprises and technology companies who partnered with us to shape India's CIO leadership conversation.

Who Sponsors

The Right Stage for
Technology Brands

CIO Tech Bangalore 2026 brings together India's most influential enterprise technology decision-makers — making it the ideal platform for brands driving digital transformation across industries.

Cloud & Infrastructure Providers
AI, Data & Automation Platforms
Cybersecurity & Zero Trust Solutions
Enterprise SaaS & Digital Transformation
Analytics & Customer Experience Solutions
IT Services & Consulting Firms
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Why Sponsor CIO Tech Bangalore 2026
High-Intent
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Why Sponsor

A High-Intent CIO Audience
with Active Budgets

Every delegate at CIO Tech Bangalore 2026 is here for one reason — to drive enterprise transformation forward.

Is driving enterprise transformation initiatives
Controls or influences technology budgets
Is actively evaluating solutions right now
Sponsors Gain

What You Get as a Sponsor

01
Direct Access to CIOs & Enterprise Buyers
02
Main-Stage Thought Leadership
03
Product Showcase Opportunities
04
Curated 1:1 Meetings
05
Qualified Deal Pipeline
06
Trusted Transformation Partner Positioning
Sponsors Gain at CIO Tech Bangalore 2026
CIO Tech Leadership Excellence Awards 2026

Honouring the Visionaries Driving
India's Digital Enterprise Transformation

The future of enterprise transformation is shaped by visionary leaders who turn strategy into scalable business impact.
Hosted alongside the 2nd CIO Tech Leadership Conference & Awards Bangalore 2026.
22+
Award Categories
300+
Tech Leaders
2nd
Edition · 2026
CIO Tech Leadership Excellence Awards 2026
2nd Annual Edition
Bangalore · 2026
About the Awards

The CIO Tech Leadership Excellence Awards 2026 is a premier recognition platform celebrating the leaders, enterprises, and solution providers driving measurable transformation across AI, cloud, cybersecurity, data, digital innovation, and enterprise modernization across India.

This is recognition for leadership, innovation, execution, business impact, operational excellence, and digital transformation that delivers measurable enterprise outcomes.

  • AI & intelligent automation leadership
  • Digital innovation & enterprise modernisation
  • Cybersecurity resilience & digital trust
  • Cloud transformation & data strategy
  • Customer experience & business operations
Why the Awards Matter

As enterprises accelerate AI adoption, cloud transformation, cybersecurity resilience, automation, and data-driven innovation, technology leadership has become central to business growth and competitive advantage.

Being recognised at the CIO Tech Leadership Excellence Awards sends a strong signal to boards, enterprises, investors, customers, partners, and the broader technology ecosystem.

  • CIOs driving enterprise-wide digital transformation
  • Leaders modernising enterprises with AI, cloud & automation
  • Organisations building scalable, agile & resilient digital ecosystems
  • Technology providers enabling measurable business transformation
  • Decision-makers aligning technology strategy with business outcomes
Who Should Nominate
Technology Leaders
CIOs, CTOs & CDOs
CISOs & Risk Leaders
Heads of AI, Data & Analytics
Digital Transformation Leaders
Cloud & Infrastructure Leaders
Customer Experience & Innovation Leaders
Organisations & Providers
BFSI, Retail, Manufacturing & Healthcare Enterprises
AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity & SaaS Solution Providers
Digital Transformation & Consulting Firms
Enterprise Technology Innovators
Enterprise Architecture Leaders
Recognition Categories

Award Categories

Industry Delegate Categories Enterprise Technology Leaders
01
CIO of the Year – Enterprise Transformation
02
Digital Transformation Leader of the Year
03
AI & Intelligent Automation Leadership Award
04
Cloud Transformation Excellence Award
05
Cybersecurity & Digital Resilience Leader of the Year
06
Data & Analytics Innovation Award
07
Enterprise Modernisation Excellence Award
08
Customer Experience Transformation Leader
09
AI Governance & Responsible Innovation Award
10
Future-Ready Enterprise Leadership Award
11
Women in Technology Leadership Award
Industry Sponsor Solution Provider Categories
01
AI Innovation Solution Provider of the Year
02
Cloud Technology Excellence Award
03
Cybersecurity Solution Provider of the Year
04
Enterprise SaaS Platform of the Year
05
Digital Transformation Partner of the Year
06
Data & Analytics Innovation Award
07
Customer Experience Technology Provider of the Year
08
Enterprise Infrastructure Innovation Award
09
Emerging Technology Solution Provider of the Year
10
Digital Workplace Innovation Award
11
Enterprise Technology Consulting Firm of the Year
The Moment of Recognition

The CIO Tech Leadership Excellence Awards 2026 will be presented live on stage at the 2nd CIO Tech Leadership Conference & Awards Bangalore 2026, before an elite audience of CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, enterprise leaders, digital transformation heads, technology innovators, and industry decision-makers.

It is more than recognition. It is a statement of leadership, innovation, credibility, and industry influence.

Nominations Now Open
Nomination Deadline: 19 June 2026
Limited Awards  ·  High Prestige  ·  Recognised Live at CIO Tech Leadership Conference & Awards Bangalore 2026
Nominate now and take your place among the leaders engineering India's digital future.

Ready to Be Recognised?

Submit your nomination today and position your organisation among India's most celebrated technology leaders of 2026.

Past Edition Highlights

Mumbai Edition Success

The inaugural edition set the benchmark for India's most impactful CIO leadership forum — bringing together the country's most influential technology decision-makers under one roof.

300+
Senior Technology Leaders
30+
Industry Speakers
10+
Sponsors & Partners
High-impact networking across India's top enterprises
Leaders from BFSI, Retail, Manufacturing, Technology & more
Real conversations. Real connections. Real business outcomes.
Past Edition Highlights — Mumbai CIO Tech Summit
1st Edition · Mumbai 2025
300+
Leaders Attended
Mumbai
1st Edition · 2025
CIO Tech Leadership Conference Bangalore 2026
9th July 2026 · Bangalore
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Nomination Form
CIO Tech Leadership Awards 2026 · Bangalore
Nominator
Nominee
Category
Impact
Section 1 · Nominator Details
Section 2 · Nominee Details
Section 3 · Category Selection
Section 4 · Impact & Achievement Details
Briefly describe the initiative, leadership, solution, or transformation being nominated.
0 / 200 words
What makes this initiative, leader, or solution stand out within India's or the global enterprise technology ecosystem?
0 / 200 words
Share measurable outcomes — revenue growth, operational efficiency, AI adoption impact, customer experience improvement, cost optimisation, business agility, cyber resilience, enterprise scalability, or digital transformation outcomes.
0 / 200 words
Nomination Deadline: 19 June 2026  ·  Recognition presented live at CIO Tech Leadership Conference & Awards Bangalore 2026