Agenda
All curriculum for the CISO Dinner is developed and delivered by the CISO community. We are currently conducting research with the Los Angeles Leadership Board to finalize the agenda. Please check back for updates!
An Evening with Jeff Aguilar, CISO, Hoag Health Systems: Mastering Board Communication Through Narrative
Behind every risk metric or budget line item is a story—and the most effective CISOs know how to tell it. In this session, Jeff Aguilar shares his approach to turning routine board updates into compelling, business-aligned narratives that highlight progress, resilience, and strategic value. From framing cybersecurity wins in the language of business impact, to telling a clear story about risk posture and investment ROI, learn how storytelling can transform your boardroom conversations. Join this session to explore real examples, creative techniques, and leadership lessons for making cybersecurity resonate at the highest levels of the organization.
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Translate technical outcomes into business value: Learn how to frame cybersecurity achievements in terms that resonate with board members, such as risk reduction, operational resilience, and ROI.
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Use storytelling to drive alignment: Discover how compelling narratives can bridge the gap between cybersecurity initiatives and broader enterprise goals.
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Elevate boardroom engagement: Gain practical strategies for making security updates more memorable, impactful, and aligned with executive priorities.