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Soho House Series | Austin, TX

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Austin, TX
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1011 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX, United States, 78704
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Networking & Cocktails at Soho House

Wednesday, February, 25th | 6:00 PM CT

 

How do organizations move fast with AI—without quietly introducing risk that later cripples security, trust, and control?

Uncover the hidden dangers leaders rarely see coming at this Technology Executive Summit, hosted inside the exclusive setting of Soho House. Designed for senior technology executives, this intimate evening delivers sharp perspectives on one of today’s most pressing leadership dilemmas: accelerating AI adoption without drifting into paralysis—or worse, unmanaged risk.

Featured Speaker:
Michael Leigh, Chief Information Officer at Bumble
Session: Between Acceleration and Paralysis: The Hidden Risks of Implementing AI Models

In this no-nonsense session, Michael Leigh will share real-world lessons from operating at the intersection of speed, scale, and security. He’ll explore how AI risk often enters environments quietly through unclear ownership, why excessive caution can create dangerous shadow risk, and why model risk is fundamentally a cybersecurity issue—not just a data science problem. Expect practical guidance on governance, accountability, and security controls that technology leaders can apply immediately.

Hosted at the members-only Soho House, this invitation-only summit pairs executive-level insight with a premium networking experience. Enjoy craft cocktails, passed hors d’oeuvres, and candid conversations with CIOs, CTOs, and senior technology leaders in a setting designed for meaningful connection—not crowded conferences.

As the #1 leader in short-format technology events, TechTalk Summits curates decision-maker conversations that matter, bringing together credible experts, peer leaders, and select solution providers for focused, high-impact dialogue.

Attendance is limited and confirmed on an approval basis.
Request your invitation today and secure your spot at the table where real conversations happen.

Speakers
Michael Leigh Chief Information Security Officer at Bumble
Agenda
6:00 pm
Check-in, Open Bar, Networking

Networking with Hors D'oeuvres & Open Bar

6:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Introductions from keynote and sponsors

Salads and Apps served family style

6:45 pm - 7:00 pm
Keynote Discussion
7:00 pm - 7:10 pm
Stefanini Group

Stefanini Group is a global technology consultancy company, offering a broad portfolio of technological solutions with a presence in 41 countries and support in 44 languages. Driven by a shared entrepreneurial spirit, the company helps clients transform their businesses through digital innovation, working agilely and co-creating solutions for a better future.

 

7:10 pm - 7:20 pm
HPE

HPE delivers unique, open and intelligent technology solutions as a service—spanning Cloud Services, Compute, High Performance Computing & AI, Intelligent Edge, Software, and Storage—with a consistent experience across all clouds and edges, helping customers develop new business models, engage in new ways, and increase operational performance.

7:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Q&A Discussion
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Networking, Open Bar & Raffles

Win Big with Sponsor Raffle Prizes! Visit each vendor table for a chance to score incredible rewards generously offered by our sponsors.

9:00 pm
Event Concludes
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