About this Event
Join a curated group of senior IT leaders — including CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, IT Directors, and procurement stakeholders — for a private executive strategy session focused on modernizing infrastructure, strengthening resilience, and leveraging automation and AI to improve operational performance in 2026.
This session will explore the most pressing challenges facing current IT environments across industries — from ransomware exposure and legacy system constraints to recovery gaps, automation inefficiencies, and AI-readiness limitations.
The discussion will center on identifying where gaps exist within today’s environments and where modernization, automation, and intelligent infrastructure can reduce risk, accelerate recovery, and unlock measurable performance gains.
The session is structured to foster meaningful executive dialogue and align on clear, actionable next steps for organizations actively evaluating resilience, automation, AI enablement, and technology investment planning.
Attendance is intentionally limited to ensure focused conversation among decision-making IT leaders responsible for infrastructure, security, digital transformation, and vendor evaluation.
A hosted private harbor dinner will accompany the session.
Why Attend
• Engage in focused dialogue with CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, IT Directors, and procurement stakeholders responsible for infrastructure and technology investment decisions.
• Examine the real gaps in today’s IT environments — from legacy constraints and recovery exposure to automation inefficiencies and AI-readiness challenges.
• Gain practical insight into modern resilience strategies that reduce downtime from weeks to same-day recovery capability.
• Align on actionable next steps for modernization, vendor evaluation, and 2026 technology planning.
• Participate in a curated executive setting designed for substantive discussion — hosted over a private San Diego harbor dinner.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, April 16th 2026
Boarding: 6:45 PM
Departure: 7:30 PM
Return: 10:00 PM
Location: San Diego Bay – boarding details provided after registration
Attire:Casual (jackets suggested)
What’s Included:
• Private harbor cruise aboard a luxury vessel
• 3-course gourmet dinner
• Premium cocktails
• Executive networking hosted by IBM and StepKnock
Food & Drink Highlights:
Savor a dining experience as memorable as the views, crafted by our onboard culinary team.
Elegant Appetizers – Tempting small plates like Spinach Artichoke Dip, Goat Cheese Flatbread, or a classic Charcuterie Board are available to elevate your start.
Your Three-Course Meal Includes - A fresh seasonal salad, your choice of entrée, and a chef-crafted dessert. Thursday–Saturday options include Grilled Hanger Steak, Pan Seared Black Cod, Roasted Chicken, or Stuffed Acorn Squash.
Full Bar Service – Sip signature cocktails, premium California wines, and local craft beers. Available as pay-as-you-go or upgrade to a Hosted Bar package for a seamless experience.
Registration:
Limited to executive guests.
Reserve your seat today — registration closes once capacity is reached.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
990 N Harbor Dr, 990 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, United States
USD 145.90
