On 28th March, Global CIO Forum (GCF) hosted the highly anticipated Townhall event for the year 2024, which successfully redefined the landscape of leadership and community engagement. The townhall was a true testamant of the forum’s cross border camaraderie as over 5000 CIOs from across the world are prepping up for the biggest event of the CIO world – The World CIO 200 Summit & Roadshow 2024.
Marking a historic milestone, the GCF cultivated a diverse ecosystem of CIOs and CISOs from over 40+ nationalities, setting a precedent for global collaboration and knowledge sharing. This achievement underscored the commitment of the GCF community to breaking barriers and fostering inclusive innovation on a global scale.
The Townhall opened with remarks from Anushree Dixit, Global Head of Content and Strategies at GEC Media Group, who emphasized the significance of the GCF and congratulated all attendees on the remarkable journey thus far.
At the heart of this year’s Townhall was the theme of empowerment – empowering CIOs to drive change, innovation, and transformation within their organizations and beyond. Recognizing the pivotal role of its members, the GCF aimed to transition from being mere facilitators to enablers, catalyzing impactful contributions from every corner of the globe.
Key highlights of the Townhall included:
- Reinvented World CIO 200 Summit: As the flagship event of the GCF, the World CIO 200 Summit stood as a testament to excellence, bringing together over 5000 CIOs from 50 countries. In 2024, the Summit plans to be more engaging, insightful, and interactive, serving as a dynamic platform for learning, leadership, and networking.
- Introduction of Global Jury Panel: To elevate the standard of excellence within the community, the GCF will be implementing a global jury panel for this year’s nominations. CIOs will undergo rigorous evaluation of their projects and achievements, ensuring that only the most transformative initiatives made it to the grand finale.
- Establishment of Global and Local Governing Bodies: In a bid to enhance governance and strategic leadership, the GCF will introduce global and local governing bodies comprising visionary leaders who will focus on the forum’s initiatives on a multi-dimensional scale.
Furthermore, the Townhall witnessed the announcement of Ambassadors for each country, who engaged in discussions outlining their agendas and strategies to propel the community forward. Their plans focused on driving fruitful collaborations and ensuring the continued growth and success of the GCF.
Also, the GCF initiated several action-packed activities across various regions, including KSA, Qatar, UAE, India, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Oman, and more, showcasing a commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration at a grassroots level.
The Global CIO Forum Townhall 2024 will convene monthly to discuss and strategize for the entirety of 2024.
