Huawei Technologies USA has confirmed it will address the critical issue of privacy and information security at the Reuters global emerging technology conference and executive virtual event, which will be held on Wednesday, October 27.
Speaking on behalf of Huawei Technologies USA, Chief Security Officer, Andy Purdy will explore prevalent consumer and regulatory issues surrounding the right to privacy, how information is used and how it’s protected given the rise of cyberattacks and heightened government regulation. The discussion, moderated by Nadira Tudor, TV & Radio Broadcast Journalist/Presenter, will take place on October 27 at 12:00 p.m. EST and will also include insights from Trevor Hughes, President and CEO of The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).
Running October 27-29, Reuters MOMENTUM brings together more than 25,000 executive attendees to hear from the world’s most influential technologists, policymakers, NGOs and business leaders. Content is curated exclusively for Reuters MOMENTUM, with the event producer pushing every speaker to reveal real insights and invaluable business intelligence attendees. Ultimately, the producers aim to ensure that attendees gain the tools, tips, strategies, tactics and best practices they need to impact lives through innovation and future-proof their businesses.
Furthermore, access to the event and content platform was launched early, allowing attendees to consume the actionable takeaways they need to succeed right now.
Developed in collaboration with Reuters award-winning newsroom, Reuters MOMENTUM is broadcast live to share strategies towards a better future as society gets ready for the ‘next normal’ after a period of unrivalled disruption. All sessions are recorded and made available on-demand to attendees shortly after broadcast.
Lead speakers and executive contributors at the event will include Chief Privacy Officer, Microsoft, Julie Brill; Chief People Officer, Zoom, Lynn Oldham; Head of Technology, Wells Fargo, Saul Van Beurden; Head of Corporate Sustainability, Dell Technologies, Page Motes; Executive Vice President, Chevron, Joe Geagea; SVP, Chief Trust and Security Officer, DocuSign, Emily Heath; Chief Technology Officer, Blackstone, John Stecher; and Global Chief Information Officer, JP Morgan Chase, Lori Beer.
Others will include CIO & Chief Digital Officer, Kroger, Yael Cosset; Co-founder and CEO, Red Sea Farm, Ryan Lefers; Co-founder and CEO, Pure Harvest Smart Farms, Sky Kurtz; CEO, Skyscanner, John Mangelaars and CEO, Trip.com Group, Jane Sun, among others.
Head of Reuters Professional and Chief Marketing Officer of Reuters, Josh London said: “After a period of unprecedented disruption, we have an opportunity to reimagine what’s possible and collectively build a healthier, happier, more equitable and sustainable future for all. I’m excited that we can bring leading tech innovators and pioneers together than at Reuters MOMENTUM, where they can share their insights and perspectives on how technology can positively shape the future.”
Confirmed attendees include global chief executives, chief information officers, chief technology officers, chief innovation officers, chief people officers and their teams from some of the world’s largest and most influential companies.
The virtual summit has four central, interlinked content pillars: Society, Economy, Sustainability, Trust & Ethics.
Reuters MOMENTUM follows the launch of Reuters IMPACT, which will mobilize global business leaders to deliver on climate action in October, ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26). Further, it follows the success of the inaugural Reuters Next leadership summit in January, which attracted more than 40,000 professionals from over 150 countries. Attendees came together to discuss future opportunities for change and growth.
