Backbone Forum East

East CIO / CTOForum

March 15-17, 2026
Doral Creek, Miami FL
ITx Collective Forum
EVENT COMPLETED
70+
IT Leaders
48
Hours of Networking

Organizations that Attended

A selection of organizations sending their VPs and CIOs/CTOs.

Bank of America logo
World Bank Group logo
Withum logo
UNFI logo
Precision Aviation Group logo
Synchrony logo
DTCC logo
Kaplan logo
Wolfspeed logo
PNC Bank logo
Bank of America logo
World Bank Group logo
Withum logo
UNFI logo
Precision Aviation Group logo
Synchrony logo
DTCC logo
Kaplan logo
Wolfspeed logo
PNC Bank logo
Bank of America logo
World Bank Group logo
Withum logo
UNFI logo
Precision Aviation Group logo
Synchrony logo
DTCC logo
Kaplan logo
Wolfspeed logo
PNC Bank logo
JPMorgan Chase logo
Maximus logo
RXO logo
Conduent logo
E*TRADE logo
Optum logo
BetterHealth logo
Waters Inc logo
State Street logo
Marex logo
JPMorgan Chase logo
Maximus logo
RXO logo
Conduent logo
E*TRADE logo
Optum logo
BetterHealth logo
Waters Inc logo
State Street logo
Marex logo
JPMorgan Chase logo
Maximus logo
RXO logo
Conduent logo
E*TRADE logo
Optum logo
BetterHealth logo
Waters Inc logo
State Street logo
Marex logo

Enterprise IT Forum Driven by Community Leadership and Elevated Networking

ITx CTO/CIO Forums provide our community members with an unparalleled opportunity to connect and collaborate in an exclusive, intimate environment over two and a half days of strategic sessions, premium networking experiences, and invitation-only boardroom discussions.

Attendance is strictly limited to enterprise Directors, Vice Presidents, Chief Technology Officers, and Chief Information Officers. Approved attendees experience this transformative forum completely complimentary: lodging, travel, and all meals are fully covered.

This is your chance to engage with the most influential minds in enterprise technology while forging relationships that will define the future of the industry.

Leadership Council

Agenda Developed With Our IT Leadership Council

Joao Mendes

Chief Information Officer

Specialized Bicycle Components

Derek Stephens

Chief Information Officer, Chief Information Security Officer

LHC Group

Priya Almelkar

SVP and Chief Information Officer

Wolfspeed

Ian Catolico

Chief Information Officer

Qualfon

Heidi Anderson

Chief Information Officer

Prestige Financial Services

Chris Livanos

Chief Information Officer

Motion Picture & Television Fund

Jalen Byford

Chief Information Officer

Humana Healthy Horizons in Oklahoma

Clark Rainer

Chief Information Officer

Georgia Attorney General's Office

Irvinder Singh

Chief Technology Officer

World Bank

Daniel Naylor

Chief Information Officer

Precision Aviation Group

Amel Edmond

Chief Information Officer

Withum

Shivani Agarwal

Head of Digital Infrastructure, Operations and Workplace Experience

McLane Company

Nathan Kimpel

Head of Technology - Multifamily

Cushman & Wakefield

Richard Zhu

Agency CIO

Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Joao Mendes

Chief Information Officer

Specialized Bicycle Components

Derek Stephens

Chief Information Officer, Chief Information Security Officer

LHC Group

Priya Almelkar

SVP and Chief Information Officer

Wolfspeed

Ian Catolico

Chief Information Officer

Qualfon

Heidi Anderson

Chief Information Officer

Prestige Financial Services

Chris Livanos

Chief Information Officer

Motion Picture & Television Fund

Jalen Byford

Chief Information Officer

Humana Healthy Horizons in Oklahoma

Clark Rainer

Chief Information Officer

Georgia Attorney General's Office

Irvinder Singh

Chief Technology Officer

World Bank

Daniel Naylor

Chief Information Officer

Precision Aviation Group

Amel Edmond

Chief Information Officer

Withum

Shivani Agarwal

Head of Digital Infrastructure, Operations and Workplace Experience

McLane Company

Nathan Kimpel

Head of Technology - Multifamily

Cushman & Wakefield

Richard Zhu

Agency CIO

Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Detailed Agenda

Three Days of Impact

A carefully curated program designed to maximize learning, networking, and actionable outcomes.

Forum Partners

Thank you to our partners who make this forum possible

Gold Sponsors

Harmony
OutSystems
Perforce
Unframe
LeverX Emerline
SHI
THE ITx DIFFERENCE

What You Can Expect

Three days that will transform how you approach IT leadership

3 Days of Intensive Learning

Packed with insights from industry leaders who deliver real-world experience, not theory. Every session is designed to give you actionable takeaways you can implement immediately.

Learn from Those Who've Been There

We know IT leaders learn best from experience. Connect with peers who live and breathe what you do, so you can learn from their victories and challenges.

Community-Driven Agenda

We respect your time and develop the agenda from the ground up based on community feedback and what you're experiencing. Every topic is chosen because our network said it matters.

Vetted Solution Providers

Every vendor presentation is carefully curated to ensure relevance to the challenges our community faces. We select speakers based on their ability to provide real value, not their budget.

The ITx Promise

Every forum delivers real solutions to real problems from real leaders who've been in your shoes.

48
Hours of Content
70+
IT Leaders

Why Leaders Trust ITx Collective

Chatham House Rules ensure confidentiality
Every attendee is vetted and verified
Limited to CIOs, CTOs, and IT Leaders only
No recording, no press, no public sharing
TRUSTED BY LEADERS

What Leaders Say

"The event was perfect. The organization, the venue, the sessions… everything was on point."

Alexandre Lupien
Directeur général des ressources informationnelles (CIO), Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec

"Thank you for organizing a great event in Chicago! I watched the team run around, wrangle the participants, keep things organized and on schedule. You all handled each detail and challenge flawlessly. You've assembled an awesome team and it's a testimony to your leadership."

Steve Allen
ITSM Director, WSB

"The forum has provided me with much insight on the current hot topics that all IT leaders are struggling with. I was most impressed with the panels and fireside chats given by fellow attendees... I realized I was not alone, that we were all fighting the same battles, and searching for answers to similar situations."

Frank Rotondi
I.T. Officer, Henry Street Settlement

"Big Thank You to everyone at SINC as well as the sponsors and presenters. You all did a fantastic job and put on a great event. Made some great connections, and had some really insightful conversations."

Collin Keen
Implementation Program Manager, SEI

"Great to be part of the SINC community! Your team did a great job making the conference a success."

Rob Huang
Director, Enterprise Operations, Mastercard
VENUE & LOCATION

Doral Creek

Miami, Florida

Doral Creek Miami

Experience world-class hospitality at one of Miami's premier destinations. Doral Creek provides the perfect setting for focused collaboration and networking.

Prime Location: Easy access to Miami International Airport
Modern Facilities: State-of-the-art meeting spaces and technology
All-Inclusive: Accommodations, meals, and activities included
Resort Amenities: World-class golf courses, spa, and recreational facilities
ITx Forum Experience
IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES

Five Ways to Level Up

Each forum combines multiple formats to deliver maximum value and actionable intelligence.

01

Strategic Briefings

Insights on digital transformation, emerging tech, and industry trends.

Cloud ArchitectureAI & AutomationData Modernization
02

Leadership Councils

Closed-door peer discussions with Fortune 500 CIOs and CTOs.

ConfidentialPeer-to-Peer
03

Hands-On Workshops

Interactive sessions with frameworks for immediate implementation.

Practical ToolsAction Plans
04

Strategic Planning

Executive sessions on roadmaps and organizational transformation.

Board CommunicationROI Frameworks
05

Live Simulations

Real-world scenarios with crisis management exercises.

System OutagesTeam Leadership
WHY ATTEND

Elevate Your IT Strategy

The ITx Collective Forum isn't just another conference. It's where IT leaders come to think critically, share openly, and leave with solutions that matter.

Strategic Intelligence

Access cutting-edge insights on digital transformation, cloud architecture, and emerging technologies from industry experts and analysts.

Executive Networking

Build relationships with vetted peers who understand your challenges. Share strategies and solutions in a confidential, trust-based environment.

Actionable Insights

Walk away with practical frameworks, tools, and strategies you can implement immediately to drive innovation and operational excellence.

Peer Learning

Participate in roundtable discussions and problem-solving sessions focused on real-world challenges facing IT leaders today.

Curated
Attendee Selection
Structured
Networking Sessions
Confidential
Discussion Environment
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

Connect with Your Peers

Build lasting relationships with fellow IT leaders who understand your challenges. Every attendee is vetted to ensure productive, high-level conversations.

From structured roundtables to informal networking sessions, you'll have multiple opportunities to connect, share insights, and develop partnerships that extend beyond the forum.