Roundtable
Information Security
Beyond the Firewall: Women Shaping the Future of Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence
December 8, 2025
UK & Ireland
Discussion Points
The Future e of Cyber Threat Intelligence in the Age of AI
- How AI is reshaping cyber defence
- Why inclusive innovation is essential to secure, scalable systems
- Emerging trends in threat intelligence for 2025 and beyond
Pathways for Women in Cyber & AI Leadership
- Breaking barriers and building opportunities
- Creating safe, inclusive organisations
- Leadership skills for AI-driven transformation
Fireside Chat: with our guest Mary Hague, BAE Systems Women Shaping Ethical & Secure AI
- Why cybersecurity is now about human decisions as much as technical controls
- Ensuring AI systems are governed with transparency, trust, and inclusion
- Real-world examples of diversity preventing cyber blind spots
Beyond the Firewall: Women Shaping the Future of Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence
Together, Charlotte and Dawn-Marie will explore how women are shaping the new frontier of secure, ethical AI — and how collaboration between technology partners like Check Point and DXC is setting the standard for responsible innovation.
Cybersecurity is no longer just technical defence; the rise of AI means that human decisions, governance, policy, trust and inclusion are central. If women—and diverse voices—are under-represented, there may be blind spots in how AI is applied in cyber.
Agenda
6:00 PM
6:20 PM
Registration & Welcome Reception
- Guest arrival
- Light refreshments & networking
- Introduction to Check Point and DXC hosts
6:20PM
6:30PM
Opening Remarks
- Welcome
- The importance of diversity in Cyber & AI
- Setting the tone: Why women’s leadership matters now more than ever
6:30 PM
7:00 PM
Keynote: The Future of Cyber Threat Intelligence in the Age of AI
Speaker: Charlotte Wilson
- How AI is reshaping cyber defence
- Why inclusive innovation is essential to secure, scalable systems
- Emerging trends in threat intelligence for 2025 and beyond
7:00PM
7:30 PM
Keynote: Pathways for Women in Cyber & AI Leadership
Speaker: Dawn-Marie Vaughan
- Breaking barriers and building opportunities
- Creating safe, inclusive organisations
- Leadership skills for AI-driven transformation
7:30 PM
8:10 PM
Fireside Chat: with our guest Mary Hague, BAE Systems Women Shaping Ethical & Secure AI
Featuring: Charlotte Wilson, Mary Hague and Dawn-Marie Vaughan
Discussion themes:
- Why cybersecurity is now about human decisions as much as technical controls
- Ensuring AI systems are governed with transparency, trust, and inclusion
- Real-world examples of diversity preventing cyber blind spots
8:10 PM
8:30 pm
Audience Q&A
- Open floor for questions to both speakers
- Insightful, interactive discussion on leadership, AI, cyber policy, and workforce inclusion
8:30 PM
9:00 PM
Networking & Closing
- Connect with peers, speakers, and industry leaders
- Opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and follow-up discussions
- Event close by host organisations
Registration & Welcome Reception
Opening Remarks
Keynote: The Future of Cyber Threat Intelligence in the Age of AI
Keynote: Pathways for Women in Cyber & AI Leadership
Fireside Chat: with our guest Mary Hague, BAE Systems Women Shaping Ethical & Secure AI
Audience Q&A
Networking & Closing
About The Hosts
A leader in cyber innovation, Charlotte brings insight into how AI is reshaping threat intelligence and how inclusive teams are key to future-proofing digital security.
Dawn-Marie advocates for empowering women in technology and creating pathways for leadership within cybersecurity and AI-driven transformation
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Insightful Discussions
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Strategic Takeaways
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