GARTNER CIO Leadership Forum 2027
Event Date
February 22–23, 2027
Location
Phoenix, AZ
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Gartner CIO Leadership Forum is an exclusive B2B conference designed specifically for chief information officers and senior IT leaders. Held in Phoenix, Arizona, the event brings together Gartner analysts, CIO peers and service providers to explore the latest leadership trends, technology insights and strategies for driving business outcomes.
Attendance is reserved for qualified CIOs — enterprisewide CIOs, or business-unit and regional CIOs at organizations with $250 million or more in revenue (private sector) or 1,000-plus employees (public sector). This exclusivity ensures a high level of peer-to-peer information exchange and networking among senior technology executives.
The 2027 program centers on the challenges most pressing for today's CIOs, including AI cost and ROI, cybersecurity and enterprise resilience, and IT strategic planning. Attendees gain access to keynotes, private one-on-one analyst meetings, roundtables, workshops and specialized programs. As Gartner describes it, this is the only IT conference shaped by data-driven insights and more than 200,000 annual conversations between Gartner analysts and the IT community — making it a worthwhile destination for CIOs seeking to validate strategy and expand their leadership network.
Show Highlights
Key features of the 2027 program include:
- Data-driven insights — Gartner positions this as the only IT conference shaped by more than 200,000 annual conversations between Gartner analysts and the IT community.
- On-site analyst access — A global team of 20+ on-site analysts helps attendees create and validate their strategy, including private 30-minute one-on-one meetings.
- Featured speakers — Gartner analysts slated to present include Brandon Germer (VP Analyst), Shanna Grafeld (Sr Principal Analyst), Rajesh Kandaswamy (Distinguished VP Analyst) and Tori Paulman (VP Analyst).
- 2027 conference topics — AI Cost and ROI, Cybersecurity and Enterprise Resilience, and IT Strategic Planning.
- Special programs — Women in Technology, a Midsize Enterprises program, and a Global Enterprise Experience Program for leaders at large, global organizations.
- Interactive formats — Keynotes, roundtables, workshops and Ask the Analyst sessions (several require advance sign-up via the Gartner Conference Navigator app).
Registration
Gartner CIO Leadership Forum is an application-based, exclusive conference for CIOs, so prospective attendees must verify their eligibility before registering.
Pricing (2027):
- Early-bird price: $4,300
- Standard price: $4,900
- Public-sector price: $4,000 (proof of public-sector status required; cannot be applied retroactively)
Select Gartner memberships include a complimentary registration depending on membership type. Gartner Executive Programs Primary Members and Team Leaders do not need to apply and can register through their Gartner client manager.
How to register:
- Apply online through the official registration page to confirm eligibility.
- Once your application is reviewed and approved by Gartner, you will receive a confirmation email with payment information.
- Alternatively, register by email at GlobalConferences@gartner.com or by phone at +1 855 761 9211.
Payment can be made by credit card or wire transfer and should be completed prior to the conference. A Group Rate Discount is available (limit of four complimentary registrations per organization, subject to terms).
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Gartner CIO Leadership Forum 2027 held?
The conference takes place February 22–23, 2027, in Phoenix, Arizona. It is hosted at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa at 5350 East Marriott Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85054.
Who is eligible to attend?
The forum is an exclusive, application-based event for CIOs. Eligibility is limited to enterprisewide CIOs, or business-unit and regional CIOs responsible for organizations with $250 million or more in revenue (private sector) or 1,000 or more employees (public sector).
How much does registration cost?
The early-bird price is $4,300, the standard price is $4,900, and the public-sector price is $4,000 (proof of public-sector status required). Select Gartner memberships include a complimentary registration depending on membership type.
How do I register?
You must first apply online to verify your eligibility as a CIO. Once Gartner reviews and approves your application, you will receive a confirmation email with payment information. You can also register by emailing GlobalConferences@gartner.com or calling +1 855 761 9211.
What is included in registration?
Registration includes access to keynotes, Gartner one-on-one analyst meetings, roundtables, workshops, Ask the Analyst sessions and agenda planning. Some interactive sessions require online preregistration through the Gartner Conference Navigator app, as space is limited.
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