Cyber Risk Is Financial Risk

Protecting Trust, Resilience and Enterprise Value

Cyber risk is no longer confined to the IT function. It directly influences financial exposure, operational continuity, client confidence and enterprise value.

For Switzerland’s banking, insurance, wealth management and fintech sectors, a significant cyber incident can lead to service disruption, regulatory scrutiny, client attrition and lasting reputational damage. At the same time, increasingly interconnected technology ecosystems are extending risk beyond the organisation to cloud providers, software platforms, suppliers and other critical third parties.

This invitation-only Executive Lunch will bring together senior business, risk, technology and security leaders in Zurich to explore how financial institutions are translating cyber exposure into board-level decisions, investment priorities and measurable resilience.

The conversation will focus on the business impact of cyber risk—not technical controls for their own sake—and examine how organisations can protect trust, maintain critical operations and strengthen resilience across their wider ecosystem.

Why Attend

  • Gain a board-level perspective on cyber risk as a financial and strategic exposure
  • Understand how cyber incidents affect revenue, operations, client confidence and valuation
  • Benchmark governance and resilience strategies with senior financial-sector peers
  • Explore practical approaches to cyber-risk quantification and investment prioritisation
  • Identify hidden exposure across third parties, cloud services and digital supply chains
  • Strengthen alignment between business, risk, technology and security leadership
  • Participate in a confidential, vendor-neutral discussion without sales presentations

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11:15
Chauffeur Service
12:00
Executive Lunch Reception & Welcome Cocktail
12:30
Opening Remarks

Why cyber risk has become a financial, operational and board-level priority.

12:45
Starter: Exposure and Business Impact
  • Where are financial institutions most exposed today?
  • Translating incidents into operational and financial consequences
  • Protecting client trust in banking, wealth management and fintech
  • How AI is changing the speed and scale of cyber exposure
13:00
Main Course: Governance and Accountability
  • Who owns cyber risk at executive and board level?
  • Aligning the CEO, CFO, CRO, CIO and CISO
  • Quantifying risk and prioritising investment
  • Turning regulatory expectations into strategic resilience
13:45
Dessert: Resilience Beyond the Enterprise
  • Moving from prevention to response, recovery and continuity
  • Managing third-party, cloud and supply-chain dependencies
  • Testing whether critical services can withstand disruption
  • Building resilience without slowing innovation
14:15
Chauffeur Service
14:30
End of Executive Lunch
What is the event about?

This private Executive Lunch examines cyber risk as a financial, operational and board-level issue. The discussion will explore how financial institutions can quantify exposure, protect client trust, strengthen accountability and build resilience across increasingly interconnected technology ecosystems.

Who should attend this Executive Lunch?

The event is designed for board members and senior business, risk, technology, security and resilience leaders from banking, insurance, wealth management, payments and fintech organisations.

Why should I attend?

Attendees will gain practical perspectives from peers facing comparable challenges, benchmark approaches to governance and resilience, and explore how cyber exposure can be translated into clearer executive decisions and investment priorities.

Is there a fee to attend?

No. Attendance is complimentary for approved senior executives.

Is registration open to everyone?

Attendance is limited and subject to approval. Once your registration is reviewed and confirmed, you’ll receive an official confirmation email from Be Executive Events.

Who is hosting this event?

This executive roundtable luch is hosted by Be Executive Events., bringing together senior leaders for high-impact, peer-driven conversations.

How do I register or get more information?

To secure your seat or request more information, please complete the registration form or contact us directly at Reg@BeExecutiveEvents.com.

What is the dress code for this event?

The dress code for this event is semi-formal attire. We want our guests to feel comfortable and stylish, so we recommend dressing up a bit but still keeping it fun and festive. Think cocktail dresses and suits, but feel free to add your own personal flair!

Can I purchase tickets at the door?

Tickets may be available for purchase at the door, but we highly recommend purchasing in advance to secure your spot and avoid long lines. Check our website for ticket availability and pricing, and make sure to arrive early if you plan to buy your ticket at the door.

Is there parking available at the venue?

Yes, there is parking available at the venue. We have arranged for on-site parking or nearby parking options to make it convenient for our guests. Check our website for specific parking details and directions to the venue.

Are children allowed at this event?

While we welcome all ages at our events, this particular event is designed for an adult audience. We suggest finding a babysitter or leaving the little ones at home so you can fully enjoy the festivities. Check our website for future family-friendly events.

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

No outside food or drinks are allowed at this event. We have carefully curated a selection of food and drinks for our guests to enjoy, and outside food or drinks may not meet our safety and quality standards. But don’t worry, we have plenty of options available to satisfy any cravings or dietary restrictions.

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Event Details

Days
Hours
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Start Date
2026-10-27
12:00
End Date
2026-10-27
14:30
Event Time Zone
UTC/GMT +2
Venue
To be provided upon registration
Category
Cybersecurity
Email
Reg@BeExecutiveEvents.com

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