October 2025 Monthly Meeting: "From Generative to Agentic AI: A Practical Playbook"
2025-10-09 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States
Where are we going with AI? We have started to move from Gen AI to Agentic AI. In our Oct meeting, we will reframe AI for content generation to Agentic systems that can execute tasks within clear guardrails.
Akash Bhate, SIM NJ member and Director Artificial Intelligence for Koch, will help answer the questions:

Where does Agentic AI work today? What are real-world use-cases?
How do we design the operating model (and change management) across Business and IT?
How do we govern autonomy with safe actions, Human-in-the-loop, audit trails, drift and anomaly monitors, and kill-switch patterns?
What are 30-60-90 rollout plans and metrics?

Join us on Oct 9th for this informative, forward-looking meeting.

Thank you to YASH Technologies for sponsoring the October 2025 chapter meeting. We are grateful for their ongoing support of our chapter.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) In-Person Meeting - 2025-10-09
2025-10-09 20:00 - 21:00 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States
Are you in transition? Are you thinking of changing positions? Is your company hiring? Then register for our meeting! This meeting is open and complimentary to all members, whether you are looking for a new position or want to help your colleagues.
Let us know if you are currently in transition so that we may keep you apprised of potential opportunities as we hear about them. Email Mark Beatty or Giacomo Mascillaro, the hosts of the meeting.

More information is available on the MIT message site and our information page. Also, check out SIM National’s database of I.T. executive jobs, at careers.simnet.org.

To register, select your complimentary ticket below.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Videoconference - 2025-10-13
2025-10-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
Are you in transition? Are you thinking of changing positions? Is your company hiring? Then register for our meeting! This meeting is open and complimentary to all members, whether you are looking for a new position or want to help your colleagues.
Let us know if you are currently in transition so that we may keep you apprised of potential opportunities as we hear about them. Email Mark Beatty or Giacomo Mascillaro, the hosts of the meeting.

More information is available on the MIT message site and our information page. Also, check out SIM National’s database of I.T. executive jobs, at careers.simnet.org.
Meetings will be held every other Monday. Schedule permitting, we will be joined at most meetings by Dan Counts, Certified Career Coach and co-leader of the West Coast SIM MIT chapter.

To register, select your complimentary ticket below.

SIM Work, Version 4 SIG: "Future-Ready AI: Your Guide to Thriving - AI Unmasked: Separating Truth from Hype"
2025-10-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Future-Ready AI: Your Guide to Thriving in Work 4.0 (2025-26)
The Future-Ready AI series takes you on a dynamic journey into the evolving world of artificial intelligence—demystifying the hype, revealing practical possibilities, and empowering you with hands-on skills. Across five interactive sessions, you’ll explore AI myths, uncover breakthrough applications, experiment with cutting-edge tools, and discover strategies to amplify human potential through AI. Whether you’re an AI skeptic, enthusiast, or strategist, this series equips you to navigate the future of work with clarity, confidence, and a competitive edge.

October 14, 2025 – AI Unmasked: Separating Truth from Hype
Cut through the noise and separate AI fact from fiction. This session busts the most common AI myths so you can make informed decisions for your work and strategy.
November 11, 2025 – From Tools to Transformation: The True Power of AI (90 mins)
Go beyond the buzzwords with an immersive dive into AI’s real-world applications. Discover possibilities that extend the latest tools into transformative business outcomes.
January 13, 2026 – Coding with AI: From English to Applications
Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on AI coding experience. Learn how to harness AI’s creative and technical potential in real time using plain English, no matter your skill level.
February 10, 2026 – Autonomous AI Agents: Transforming How We Work
Meet the AI agents that are reshaping how work gets done. Explore how these autonomous systems are driving innovation, efficiency, and new opportunities.
March 10, 2026 – Working Smarter Together: The Human-AI Edge
Unlock the full potential of human-AI collaboration. This session reveals strategies for balancing creativity, ethics, and productivity in the age of AI.

About The Speakers:

Elizabeth Decker, the visionary Founder and CEO of Braided Strategy, brings
over two decades of experience in steering complex technology and business
projects to success. Her career is marked by a series of transformative
achievements in environments characterized by mergers, acquisitions, and
challenging project landscapes. Elizabeth's unique approach combines
technical acumen with a profound understanding of human dynamics, enabling
her to craft solutions that are precisely designed to meet business objectives.

Mike Kritzman is the founder and CEO of SkillNet, a leading platform for
managing workforce skills, certifications, and personalized training.
With extensive experience in IT workforce development, Mike helps
organizations optimize talent strategies by solving skill gaps with
personalized learning that drives performance improvements.
Mike regularly advises IT leaders on building agile, future-ready teams
through intelligent skills data. SkillNet is leveraging AI-driven insights.

Stuart Kerr is a veteran technology executive and AI strategist with over 30
years of experience in enterprise software and SaaS. He has led two
software firms through successful IPOs and has served on the boards of five
others, bringing deep expertise in scaling innovation-driven businesses. His
current work with SkillNet focuses on applying cutting-edge AI to accelerate
human learning and skills development at scale, empowering individuals and
organizations to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

Sean Masterman, Ed.D has been a technology leader delivering value
for over 25 years to organizations like Target, Wells Fargo, Rollerblade,
and UCare, and a higher educator for over 15 years at Concordia
University- Saint Paul, the University of Minnesota, and the University of
Sioux Falls. He is passionate about helping prepare youth to thrive in the
future workforce alongside AI and robotics.
Register here

SIM Work, Version 4 SIG: "Generative AI: How is it Impacting Teaching and Learning?"
2025-10-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
About the Session:
We are excited to provide one (1) Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for attendance to this webinar.

Must attend the virtual event and stay for the duration
Must request the certificate from SIM
One (1) CEU will be awarded subject to the acceptance by the recipient’s certification organization

Discover how Gen AI is reshaping the way we teach and learn. This session gives leaders clear insights on when to use it, when to avoid it, and how to prepare for its role in future education. Walk away with practical strategies to guide smart, responsible adoption.

The panel will address these questions and open a discussion:

How are you using Gen-AI in teaching?
What uses of Gen-AI should be encouraging students to use?
What uses of Gen-AI should we NOT be advocating?
How do you plan to incorporate Gen-AI into teaching in the future?
Should we integrate Gen-AI into every class, or should we teach Gen-AI in a specialized class?
What classes are not appropriate for incorporating Gen-AI?

About the Panelists:
Craig Van Slyke is a Professor at Louisiana Tech and a well-known thought leader in Gen-AI and its uses in higher education.

Dennis Galletta is a Professor of MIS at the University of Pittsburgh

Fred Niederman is a Professor of Business at Saint Louis University

Mary Sumner is a Professor of Management Information Systems at the University of Oklahoma

Naveen Kumar is a Professor at the University of Oklahoma and has done extensive research on Gen-AI. He is developing a new course in AI in Business.

COST TO ATTEND:
Free for SIM Members.
Employees of SIM Members are welcome to attend for free

ATTENDEE SUPPORT:
If you have trouble registering or need to renew your SIM membership, please email sim@simnet.org.
If you require special assistance of any kind, please call us at 800.387.9746 or email us at work4.0@simnet.org.

Register here

SIM Membership Orientation Webinar
2025-10-20 16:00 - 16:30, 2025-12-15 16:00 - 16:30 | Webinar
Hello, New Members!
First and foremost, thank you for being an essential part of the SIM Family!

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Member Orientation webinar, where you can unlock the full potential of your membership. This is a fantastic opportunity to explore the networking and professional development programs available at both the Chapter and National levels.

It will be an open mic program, where we will explore one SIM program in detail, but more importantly, we will answer your questions about any of the programs SIM offers.

Join your host, Bill Waas – Director of Enterprise Memberships, to learn how you can make the most of your SIM experience. We can’t wait to see you there!

REGISTER NOW!

SIM NJ Networking - Joint Happy Hour in Princeton
2025-10-23 17:30 - 20:00 | Brickhouse, 3569 US Route 1, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
Please join us for a Happy Hour in Princeton on Thursday, October 23rd, at 5:30 PM at the Brick House Tavern. The Happy Hour will be co-hosted by SIM NJ and SIM Philly to help us forge connections with our SIM Philly colleagues. Come on out and enjoy some refreshments while making new friends and reconnecting with old friends.
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM onwards
Location: Brick House Tavern, 3569 US Hwy 1, Princeton, NJ
The Happy Hour will be sponsored by Glen Podinker of Dale Workforce Solutions.
Please RSVP to pcirullo@simnj.org if you can attend so we can plan appropriately.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Videoconference - 2025-10-27
2025-10-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

2025 Northeast R3: "Creativity and Leadership – A Powerful Duo!" (for R.L.F. graduates)
2025-10-29 - 2025-10-30 | Norwood, MA, 1125 Boston-Providence Turnpike, Norwood, MA, 02062, United States
Location: Four Points by Sheraton Norwood
Facilitator: David Baer and Margot Carleton
Agenda: To be provided once registered
Theme: Creativity and Leadership – A Powerful Duo!

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Creative individuals bring energy, fresh perspectives, and color to the world (although they can also challenge our comfort zones). Leaders, on the other hand, inspire with vision, question the status quo, and empower others to achieve more than they imagined possible.

When creativity and leadership combine, the conditions exist for true transformation to take place!

During this R3, we’ll explore together how these dynamic forces – sometimes seen as separate – can be intentionally combined to amplify our influence at work, at home and in our communities.

Join fellow RLF grads in engaging discussion and opportunities to stretch both your creative and leadership muscles in a safe and inspiring environment.

Register here
Registration Fee: $400

SIM Women Webinar: "SIM Research Institute," featuring Dr. Keri Pearlson
2025-10-29 15:00 - 16:00 | Webinar
REGISTER HERE! Once you register, you will receive the webinar access information directly from Zoom.

(Un)Common Ground Storytelling Series: The CISO Journeys 10/30
2025-10-30 12:00 | NJ
Attendee Registration:
https://streamyard.com/watch/ bhKQUDZHktdq
Moderator:
Fern Johnson
Founder & CEO; Fenderson Management Group
Panelists:
Gary Eppinger
VP Technology & CISO, CSX
Tammy Klotz
CISO, Trinseo
(Un)Common Ground Storytelling Series: The CISO Journeys — Leadership, Grit, and Growth. What happens when two senior-level CISO executives step away from the technical talk and share the real stories behind their success?
The (Un)Common Ground Storytelling Series, a collaborative initiative between SIM, ITSMF, and HITEC, invites you into a powerful conversation where leadership meets humanity. In this session, we’ll explore the parallels and contrasts that define these executives’ paths — their pivotal career moments, challenges overcome, lessons in self-advocacy, and how intersectionality has shaped who they are as leaders.
This isn’t a performance. It’s personal. Since its launch in 2020, the (Un)Common Ground Series has become a signature experience where senior leaders connect on a deeper level and rising professionals gain an authentic glimpse into what it truly takes to reach the C-suite.
Join us for an honest, inspiring, and refreshingly human dialogue that will leave you reflecting on your own leadership journey — and the uncommon ground we all share.

SIM Tech Exec 2025
2025-11-04 - 2025-11-06 | J. W. Marriott, Marco Island, FL, United States
SIM TechExec 2025 is held in conjunction with the TechServe Alliance Executive Summit, a conference for leaders of IT and engineering staffing firms. TechExec equips today’s IT leaders to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape. From shifting to a product mindset and leading with AI-powered empathy, to enhancing executive visibility and preparing for boardroom influence, this experience is designed to elevate your strategy and leadership.
Attend SIM TechExec 2025 and:

Engage with your peers, leading experts and pioneering thinkers.
Collaborate and build relationships with your peers from coast to coast.
Gain actionable insights that will empower you to steer your organization toward future success.

The Search for Today’s Leaders

Top Executive Search Firms Join SIM TechExec Panel on Thursday!
Moderated by Craig Cuyar
Executive Search Firms Heller, Korn Ferry, and Russell Reynolds join Craig Cuyar of Omnicon Group in the “Search for Today’s Leaders.” In an era where executive visibility is essential for influence and impact, CIOs are increasingly turning to platforms like LinkedIn and podcasts to share insights, build thought leadership, and shape industry narratives. This fireside chat explores how strategic visibility not only elevates personal brand but also strengthens organizational credibility. Additionally, networking through philanthropy is emerging as a powerful avenue for CIOs to forge meaningful connections while aligning with purpose-driven initiatives. Together, these approaches position technology leaders at the intersection of innovation, influence, and impact.

SIM Invitational Golf Tournament
Join us for a round of golf to kick off this year’s TechExec at The Rookery!
Enjoy a morning of friendly competition, camaraderie, and great views. Show off your skills and compete for great prizes—including awards for the first place team!
Reserve your spot when you register for TechExec. Don’t miss out on this exciting start to the event!

SIM Leadership Series: David Vidoni, C.I.O. of Pegasystems Inc.
2025-11-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
David Vidoni currently serves as Chief Information Officer at Pegasystems, Inc., a multi-billion-dollar global provider of customer relationship management and business process management software. His 24-year journey at Pega includes steady progression through strategic roles before assuming the CIO position in April 2024.

David oversees the Global Technology team, overseeing enterprise business systems, infrastructure, AI, digital web, end client services, business intelligence, analytics, data platforms, project management, DevOps, and quality assurance. David leads Pegasystems’ IT vision, strategy, and digital transformation, enabling the company to achieve efficiencies at scale.

David holds a BS in Engineering from Clarkson University and an MBA from Bowling Green State University. He actively contributes to the technology leadership community as CIO Roundtable Co-Chair for SIM Boston and as a CIO Governing Board Member for Evanta, a Gartner Company.

His session will offer valuable insights on navigating digital transformation, building high-performing global teams, and driving innovation in today’s rapidly evolving technology landscape.

SIM Enterprise Architecture: "The Architect's North Star - Navigating Success with OKR-Driven EA"
2025-11-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
About the Session:
Join us on Thursday, November 6 @ 12:00PM ET for a cutting edge seminar on The Architect’s North Star: Navigating Success with OKR-Driven EA.

What if your Enterprise Architecture could be the compass guiding your business to its most important goals? This talk introduces a powerful approach: OKR-based Enterprise Architecture. We’ll trace the history of this methodology, break down its core principles, and walk through practical use cases. Discover how to align your architecture with clear, measurable outcomes and ensure every decision moves your organization closer to its strategic objectives.
About the Speaker:

Ben Abrishami-Shirazi
Enterprise Architect
InfoTech
LinkedIn
COST TO ATTEND:
Free for SIM Members.
$30 for Non-Members.
Employees of SIM Members are welcome to attend for free – please email easig@simnet.org for a promo code to register.
Please sign in to receive member pricing for you and your staff.
ATTENDEE SUPPORT:
If you have trouble registering or need to renew your SIM membership, please email sim@simnet.org.
If you require special assistance of any kind, please call us at 800.387.9746 or email us at easig@simnet.org. Register for this complimentary midday event by clicking this link.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Videoconference
2025-11-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

SIM Work, Version 4 SIG: "Future-Ready AI: Your Guide to Thriving - From Tools to Transformation: The True Power of AI"
2025-11-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Webinar

SIM DigiRisk SIG - Engineering Trust: How Modern Leaders Design GRC That Scales
2025-11-12 12:30 - 13:30 | Webinar
About the Session:
Traditional governance, risk, and compliance programs often lag behind the speed of innovation—and erode trust instead of engineering it. In this session, the authors of the GRC.Engineering Manifesto reimagine GRC as an engineered capability, not a back-office function. They’ll share how forward-thinking IT leaders can embed governance, risk, and compliance into their systems, culture, and architecture—creating “compliant-by-design” environments that move as fast as their business. Attendees will learn pragmatic steps to shift-left on trust, treat GRC as a product, and use automation and data engineering to turn audits into assurance and compliance into competitive advantage.
COST TO ATTEND:
Free for SIM Members.
$30 for non-members.
Employees of SIM Members are welcome to attend for free – please email digirisk@simnet.org for a promo code to register.
Please sign in to receive member pricing for you and your staff.
ATTENDEE SUPPORT:
If you have trouble registering or need to renew your SIM membership, please email sim@simnet.org.
If you require special assistance of any kind, please call us at 800.387.9746 or email us at digirisk@simnet.org.

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November 2025 Monthly Meeting: "Building Data Strategies That Actually Work in the Age of AI"
2025-11-13 17:30 - 20:30 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States
Data is the foundation of all AI Systems. Without clean data, an AI system will not give you reliable results. But how do we ensure the data is accurate, clean, organized, managed, and governed?
Join us on Nov 13th for a Panel Discussion on “Building Data Strategies That Actually Work in the Age of AI”. This informative panel discussion will discuss data-related topics, including:

Data as an AI Enabler: Pitfalls and Accelerators?
Data Management for Security, Privacy, Compliance
Data Democratization
Master Data Management

Moderator:

Alex Levy, Managing Principal, Stefanini Group

Panelists:

Aleksi Aaltonen, Associate Professor of Information Systems at Stevens Institute of Technology
Gabriel Martins, Director, Data & Analytics, Stefanini Group
Richard Penalva, Director, Business Intelligence & Analytics, Subaru America

Thank you to Stefanini Group for sponsoring the November 2025 chapter meeting. We are grateful for their support of our chapter! Agenda
5:30 Registration and Networking
6:15 Dinner
6:45 Business Meeting
7:00 Presentation and Q&A
8:00 Networking and Members In Transition

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) In-Person Meeting - 2025-11-13
2025-11-13 20:00 - 21:00 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States

SIM "Rethink Everything" SIG: "Unleashing Innovation: How Robotics is Powering Digital Transformation"
2025-11-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
About the Session:
Join us for an inspiring webinar featuring Chad Wright, Chief Information Officer at Boston Dynamics —one of the world’s leading robotics innovators. With a proven track record as an award-winning IT executive and digital transformation leader, Chad brings deep expertise in leveraging technology to drive business results and foster creative problem-solving.

Are you ready to unlock the next level of innovation in your organization? Chad Wright will guide you through how robotics and IoT are revolutionizing digital transformation across industries.

Discover how forward-thinking companies are overcoming challenges like labor shortages, outdated equipment, and worker safety concerns by embracing cutting-edge robotics solutions. Learn how these technologies are streamlining data capture and management, while opening new possibilities for growth.

What You’ll Experience:

Real-World Success Stories: See how robotics automation is making a difference in manufacturing, industrial inspection, and beyond.

Innovative Strategies: Find out how deploying robotics can free up your team to focus on high-impact tasks, while robots handle hazardous or repetitive work.

Actionable Insights: Gain practical tips from Chad Wright for integrating robotics into your digital transformation journey and maximizing your organization’s potential.

Whether you’re a business leader, innovator, or tech enthusiast, this session with Chad Wright will show you how robotics can become a powerful ally in your quest for operational excellence and transformational growth.

Don’t miss this opportunity to reimagine what’s possible—register now and be part of the future of digital transformation!

Speaker:

Chad Wright
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
BostonDynamics

COST TO ATTEND:

Free for SIM Members.

Employees of SIM Members are welcome to attend for free

ATTENDEE SUPPORT:
If you have trouble registering or need to renew your SIM membership, please email sim@simnet.org.
If you require special assistance of any kind, please call us at 800.387.9746 or email us at rethink@simnet.org.

Register here

CIO Roundtable - 11/21/25
2025-11-21 08:30 - 11:00 | NJ

SIM Leadership Series: Chad Wright, C.I.O. of Boston Dynamics
2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Chad Wright: Architecting Digital Transformation in Robotics & Beyond

As an award-winning technology executive with over two decades of progressive leadership experience, Chad Wright has established himself as a visionary in digital transformation, particularly at the intersection of robotics and enterprise technology.

Currently serving as Chief Information Officer at Boston Dynamics, Chad was the company’s first CIO, tasked with creating and executing enterprise IT strategy from the ground up. His leadership has been instrumental in delivering comprehensive digital transformation initiatives encompassing ERP, eCommerce, CRM, and HCM systems, while establishing robust information security frameworks that support groundbreaking human-robot collaboration.

Prior to Boston Dynamics, Chad held senior leadership positions at Amazon Robotics and athenahealth, where he consistently demonstrated excellence in enterprise applications strategy and implementation. His technical expertise spans ERP systems, business intelligence, agile methodologies, and cybersecurity—complemented by a talent for building high-performing teams and creating results-oriented partnerships across organizations.

Beyond his corporate responsibilities, he serves as an Adjunct Lecturer at Bentley University, teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in IT Project Management and Business Systems Analysis.

A graduate of the College of the Holy Cross (BA, Mathematics and Computer Science) and Bentley University (MS, Computer Information Systems), Chad combines academic excellence with practical business acumen. His approach to technology leadership emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and problem-solving with a positive attitude and inquiring mind.

In this session, Chad will share insights from his journey from technical foundations to C-suite leadership, offering practical guidance on creating transformative technology strategies while building and mentoring diverse, high-performing teams. Join us for an opportunity to learn from a leader who embodies the balance of technical expertise, business alignment, and people-centric leadership essential for today’s technology executives.

ReThinkers Kick Off Event - Research Study on the Future IT Workforce and AI
2025-12-05 11:00 | Webinar
About the Session:
The Society for Information Management (SIM) Academic Council is conducting a study on how Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is reshaping the IT workforce. We would like to gather the perspectives from the ReThinkers cohort in focus groups that will provide valuable insight into this critical and rapidly evolving area.
This study seeks to go beyond popular media coverage and anecdotes by directly interacting with SIM members to produce an empirical-based study focused on how AI is truly impacting IT organizations, workforce skills, and leadership practices.
Participants can gain early visibility into how other SIM member organizations are adopting and adapting to GenAI, compare their workforce strategies against industry peers facing similar challenges, and have an opportunity to share their perspective and organizational realities to shape this evidence-based research.
About the Session:
Pat O’Connell
Pat O’Connell leads Conall Coaching Services (CCS), a corporate and career coaching
company that empowers organizations and individuals to excel in achieving their goals. Before
founding CCS, he ran TCG, a consulting and honest broking firm.
An experienced consultant, coach, and educator, Pat specializes in building high-performing
teams, accelerating high-potential professionals into senior leadership roles, and transforming
valuable but challenging performers into positive contributors. His work is defined by custom,
practical solutions tailored to each client’s needs.
Pat has long been active in the non-profit community. He currently serves as Academic Chair for
SIM Metro NYC and sits on SIM’s National Academic Council.
Sean Masterman
Sean Masterman, Ed.D has been a technology leader delivering value for over 25 years to organizations like Target, Wells Fargo, Rollerblade, and UCare, and a higher educator for over 15 years at Concordia University- Saint Paul, the University of Minnesota, and the University of Sioux Falls. He is passionate about helping prepare youth to thrive in the future workforce alongside AI and robotics.

COST TO ATTEND:
Free for SIM Members.
Employees of SIM Members are welcome to attend for free
Please sign in to receive member pricing for you and your staff.
ATTENDEE SUPPORT:
If you have trouble registering or need to renew your SIM membership, please email sim@simnet.org.
If you require special assistance of any kind, please call us at 800.387.9746 or email us at rethink@simnet.org.

Register Here

SIM DigiRisk SIG - Stop Explaining AI Governance. Start Proving Its Value
2025-12-10 12:30 - 13:30 | NJ
When:
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
12:30 – 1:30 PM ET
Where:
Virtual
United States
Contact:
Michelle Gibson
digirisk@simnet.org

About the Session:
While your competitors are still debating AI policies, leading companies are turning governance into a competitive advantage—and the market is noticing.
2026’s defining question isn’t “Can we deploy AI?” It’s “Can we scale AI across the enterprise without blowing up?” Boards are demanding answers. Regulators are watching. One misstep costs millions in market cap.
In this collaborative webcast with the DigiRisk and RTE SIGs, you’ll discover:

The governance capabilities that separate leaders from laggards – and what many companies are doing wrong
How to navigate legal, risk, and compliance without becoming the bottleneck – bust the myth that “AI Governance Kills Innovation”
A board presentation framework that works – connecting AI investments directly to revenue growth, cost reduction, and risk mitigation
Real obstacles and how top performers overcome them – from data disasters to organizational resistance

Come away knowing how to align the C-suite around value creation, not just risk management.
About the Speakers:
IT Lawyer at Peter S. Vogel, PC aka VOGEL IT LAW
Peter S. Vogel is a lawyer at VOGEL IT LAW (www.vogelitlaw.com) aka Peter S. Vogel, PC. Before practicing law he worked as a computer programmer, received a Master’s in Computer Science, and taught graduate courses in information systems.
Peter has negotiated hundreds of IT, eCommerce, and Cybersecurity contracts and had trials around the US on unsuccessful software implementations, misappropriation of trade secrets, copyright infringement, software patent infringement, and eCommerce Internet disputes. In June 2023 Peter was one of 7 lawyers (out of 113,000 lawyers in Texas) appointed to the State Bar of Texas AI Work Group, and in June 2025 Peter was one of 20 lawyers appointed to the new State Bar of Texas Emerging Technology Committee.
For more than 30 years Peter has been an Arbitrator and Mediator with the American Arbitration Association, and a Tech List Member of the Silicon Valley Arbitration & Mediation Center. Currently Peter is the General Counsel of the North Texas Information Systems Security Association a Cybersecurity Training Group and he is also a Fellow of the Society for Information Management -Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter a CIO Group.
For 12 years Peter served as the Founding Chair of the Texas Supreme Court Judicial Committee on Information Technology which is responsible for helping automate the Texas court system and creating the Texas eFiling System.
Peter has taught courses at the SMU Dedman School of Law for more than 25 years including courses on eDiscovery and the Law of eCommerce. Many of Peter’s topics are discussed on his Internet, IT & E-Discovery blog www.vogelitlaw.com/blog.

George Trujillo
George Trujillo is a recognized industry leader in driving measurable business value through data and AI governance. With deep experience aligning executive vision and building business champions, he helps organizations transform governance from a control function into a catalyst for innovation and enterprise trust. George currently leads business value engagements across North America for Collibra, an industry leader in data and AI governance, unstructured AI, data cataloging, lineage, observability, and quality.
For the last 17 years, George has been responsible for large-scale data and AI initiatives across financial services, e-commerce, and marketing technology as the senior executive responsible for the initiatives, the enterprise global architect responsible for technical delivery or as a specialist in business value. He is known for connecting strategy, architecture, and business outcomes to help enterprises govern data and AI responsibly while accelerating digital transformation.

Blake Holman, Managing Partner, JJH Enterprises, LLC, SIM DigiRisk SIG Co-Chair
Blake Holman is a seasoned Chief Information Officer with over two decades of executive experience leading digital transformation, cybersecurity,
and technology strategy across multiple industries. He currently serves as the Chair of the DFW Society for Information Management (SIM) Board, and has long been recognized as a collaborative leader and mentor within the technology community. Beyond the boardroom, Blake has a strong record of service and leadership in both professional and community organizations. He is a former President of the Dallas Rugby Football Club and serves on numerous non-profit and volunteer boards, consistently demonstrating his commitment to developing people and advancing organizational excellence. Blake is a Cialdini Certified Influence Practitioner, Coach, and Trainer, credentialed by the Cialdini Institute, where he helps leaders apply the science of ethical influence to drive alignment, engagement, and results. He is also a Maxwell Certified Team Member and DISC Consultant, leveraging John Maxwell’s proven leadership frameworks and behavioral communication models to help executives and teams elevate their effectiveness. Blake combines the rigor of an IT executive with the heart of a teacher — helping leaders communicate with clarity, influence ethically, and lead with integrity in an era of constant change.

COST TO ATTEND:
Free for SIM Members.
$30 for Non-Members.
Employees of SIM Members are welcome to attend for free – please email digirisk@simnet.org for a promo code to register.
Please sign in to receive member pricing for you and your staff.
ATTENDEE SUPPORT:
If you have trouble registering or need to renew your SIM membership, please email sim@simnet.org.If you require special assistance of any kind, please call us at 800.387.9746 or email us at digirisk@simnet.org.

REGISTER HERE

SIM Women Webinar - December 2025
2025-12-10 15:00 | NJ
When:
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
3pm Eastern
Where:
Zoom
United States
Contact:
Kristen Lamoreaux
Kristen@LamoreauxSearch.com
(908) 268-9961

SIM Women is a network inside the SIM national association that promotes mentorship, communication, and career development amongst the female members of SIM. We are excited to host our next webinar on Wednesday, December 10th at 3pm ET.
Join author and executive leader Antonio Taylor for an empowering discussion on Stop Trying to Be a Leader, a book that challenges traditional ideas of leadership and invites everyone to lead authentically from who they are. This session explores how confidence, clarity, and connection form the foundation of true leadership—beyond titles or expectations. Together, we’ll unpack how to quiet self-doubt, confront imposter syndrome, and redefine what leadership means on your own terms. It’s an honest, uplifting conversation designed to help you show up boldly and unapologetically in every area of life.
Antonio Taylor is an executive leader, author, and speaker dedicated to helping individuals unlock their potential through authenticity and purpose-driven leadership. With a background in technology, business strategy, and personal development, Antonio brings a grounded yet inspiring approach to growth and empowerment. A Six Sigma Black Belt and ITIL-certified professional, he blends practical insight with heartfelt storytelling to help others lead with confidence and impact.
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ReThink Everything! SIG: Turning Cyber Risk into Boardroom Confidence
2025-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 | NJ
When:
Thursday, December 11th
12:00 – 1:00pm ET
Where:
Virtual
United States
Contact:
Bill Waas
billw@simnet.org

Turning Cyber Risk into Boardroom Confidence: Quantifying risk in a way all stakeholders can understand
Today’s boardrooms don’t just want to know if you’re secure—they want to know how cyber risk decisions drive business outcomes. Yet too often, cybersecurity metrics stop at compliance checkboxes or technical jargon that fails to connect with strategy.
This discussion will explore how organizations can transform cyber governance and risk data into actionable intelligence that fuels better decision-making, builds trust with leadership, and creates measurable business advantage.
We’ll feature insights from a leading cyber governance expert, a customer who’s operationalized these principles, and a facilitator guiding the conversation through real-world challenges and solutions.
At the center of this discussion is Metrics that Matter — a practical framework and solution developed by Consortium Networks that helps CISOs, risk leaders, and boards speak the same language when it comes to cybersecurity performance and value.

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2025 Holiday Celebration
2025-12-19 18:00 - 22:00 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States
?Join us at our flagship SOCIAL EVENT OF THE YEAR!?
Get ready to ring in the season in style! We invite you to our annual Holiday Party on Friday, December 19, 2025, at The Madison Hotel. Enjoy an evening of festive cheer and delightful company in the elegant ambiance of one of Morristown’s finest venues.
? Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
? Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
? Location: The Madison Hotel
? Cost: $110, covers the cost of the SIM NJ Member and their guest
? Entertainment: The evening will be filled with the soulful sounds of holiday jazz by the Adam Machaskee Quintet. From timeless holiday classics to jazzy renditions of your favorite seasonal songs, their music will set the perfect backdrop for a memorable night.
✨ Highlights:
Festive cocktails and delicious bites
Live jazz music to set the holiday mood
Beautifully decorated surroundings, capturing the magic of the season
Come dressed to impress, ready to celebrate the holidays with us! Don’t miss this festive occasion with family, friends, and colleagues to share in the joy of the season!
