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Event overview
Overview
The GBI CISO Summit is an annual event that brings together top decision-makers in cybersecurity to discuss the evolving landscape of threats. Attendees will engage in workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, focusing on key topics such as Cloud Security, AI, and Data Breaches.
This summit provides a platform for industry leaders to share insights and strategies to enhance security practices. GBI CISO Summit Half Moon Bay 2026 takes place in Half Moon Bay, United States.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The GBI CISO Summit takes place on December 2, 2026, at the Ritz Carlton in Half Moon Bay, California.
- 2Scale and Focus: This summit gathers over 50 senior-level IT directors to discuss critical cybersecurity topics.
- 3Organiser: The event is hosted by GBI Impact, known for connecting decision-makers in the cybersecurity sector.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include CISO's, CIO's, and IT Directors from various sectors.
- 5Entry: Registration is complimentary for qualified professionals.
Why visit
For a CISO or senior security executive, the GBI CISO Summit is a focused peer setting rather than a broad trade-show floor. Attendees include CISO's, CIO's, and IT Directors from various sectors.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting suits cybersecurity vendors that can speak to CISO buying priorities with evidence rather than broad product catalogues. Attendees include CISO's, CIO's, and IT Directors from various sectors. For security integrators, consultants, and end-users, GBI CISO Summit Half Moon Bay 2026 on 2 December 2026 at Ritz Carlton is the key Italian window to compare video, access, intrusion, fire, and cyber-physical platforms before year-end budgets close -.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
CISOs and deputy CISOs from enterprises and mid-market firms
CIOs and CTOs with security oversight
IT directors and security directors
Security architects and engineers evaluating controls
Risk, compliance and privacy leaders
Cloud platform and infrastructure leaders
SOC and incident response managers
Board or audit committee members with cyber oversight
Procurement and vendor management leads for security
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Cloud security and CSPM vendors
IAM, PAM and MFA providers
SIEM, SOAR and security analytics platforms
XDR, EDR and endpoint security vendors
Application and API security testing providers
AI security and data governance tools
Cyber GRC and risk quantification platforms
Incident response, forensics and ransomware recovery firms
Managed security service providers (MSSPs)
Cyber insurance and risk advisory firms
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Cloud security posture management (CSPM) and cloud workload protection
Identity and access management (IAM) and privileged access management (PAM)
Security information and event management (SIEM) and security orchestration, automation and response (SOAR)
Extended detection and response (XDR) and endpoint security
Application security and API security testing
AI security, model governance and data protection
Cyber risk quantification and board-level GRC
Incident response, digital forensics and ransomware recovery
Third-party and supply-chain risk management
Zero trust network and access architecture
Location & Facilities
Venue
Ritz Carlton
Half Moon Bay, United States
Facilities
Parking
Ritz Carlton in Half Moon Bay typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Ritz Carlton in Half Moon Bay typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Ritz Carlton for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Free registration
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Half Moon Bay, United States
Why it matters
For security integrators, consultants, and end-users, GBI CISO Summit Half Moon Bay 2026 on 2026-12-02 to 2026-12-02 at Ritz Carlton is the key Italian window to compare video, access, intrusion, fire, and cyber-physical platforms before year-end budgets close — co-located buyers use it to shortlist vendors for 2028 rollouts.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Cyber-physical convergence
What cyber-physical convergence means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Cloud-managed access and identity
What cloud-managed access and identity means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Regulatory and compliance pressure
What regulatory and compliance pressure means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Critical infrastructure hardening
What critical infrastructure hardening means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
5-star
Half Moon BayHost venue property with spa, hot tub, indoor pool, fitness center and pet-friendly rooms; breakfast and parking are chargeable.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
4-star
San Carlos4-star rated option with hot tub and pool, listed on Google Hotels for the Half Moon Bay search.
Crowne Plaza Foster City-San Mateo
4-star
Foster City / San MateoFree cancellation and pet-friendly listing in the San Mateo area.
Holiday Inn Express San Francisco-Airport South by IHG
3-star
Burlingame (SFO Airport South)Airport-area 3-star option convenient for SFO arrivals.
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport Millbrae Station
3-star
MillbraePool and pet-friendly extended-stay property near Millbrae Station.
Holiday Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
3-star
San MateoMid-scale option south of San Francisco airport.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Rideshare / taxi
Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forHalf Moon Bay town center to The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
The fastest mapped route is 3.6 miles via Cabrillo Highway S and Miramontes Point Road; alternatives run 3.3-3.5 miles via Main Street or Filbert Street.
Rideshare / taxi from SFO
Estimated costApprox. USD taxi/rideshare from SFO to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forSan Francisco International Airport (SFO) to The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
Captures show no direct rail link to Half Moon Bay. Use rideshare, taxi, a pre-booked shuttle or a rental car for the coastal leg.
Parking
Estimated costApprox. USD 40-60 per day for hotel parking; confirm the current rate with the venue
Best forThe Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay on-site parking
The hotel listing notes parking is chargeable. Validate the current daily rate and whether event or validated parking is available.
Weather
December at Half Moon Bay is cool and damp, with marine layer, rain showers and a stronger coastal breeze. Expect roughly 46-60 F (8-16 C), cooler at night; pack layers and a waterproof shell. Confirm the forecast before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Executive dress code
Business casual is typical for a CISO-level summit. Bring a jacket or smart layer for evening conversations and cool coastal conditions.
Tipping and service
US norms apply: 15-20% at restaurants and in-app gratuity for rideshare. Check whether hotel or venue service charges are already included.
Arrival and badge pickup
Allow extra time on day one for registration and badge collection, and check the official schedule at gbiimpact.com/schedule before travelling.
Local conversation style
Bay Area security buyers tend to be direct about technical proof points and risk outcomes. Bring concise case evidence rather than broad marketing claims.
Rideshare planning
Because the venue is on the coast and captures show no direct rail link, schedule return rides or designate a driver for evening events.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Captures show fares into San Francisco and Los Angeles from Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta and Miami in the USD 125-182 range one way with one stop. Half Moon Bay has no commercial airport of its own; book into SFO and arrange ground transport for the coastal drive. Sample fares are date-specific Google Flights quotes from the capture and change daily.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Half Moon Bay; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Ritz Carlton: Half Moon Bay: The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay; San Carlos: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA; Foster City / San Mateo: Crowne Plaza Foster City-San Mateo.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Half Moon Bay; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Captures show no rail or bus route directly serving the Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay. Plan on a rental car, shuttle or rideshare from SFO for the coastal leg; the shortest mapped drive from Half Moon Bay town is 9 minutes via Cabrillo Highway S.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Ritz Carlton; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: December 2026
Temperature: Approx. 46-60 F / 8-16 C during the day; cooler at night and near the water. Confirm the forecast before travel.
Seasonality: December falls in the cool wet season. Rain showers and coastal fog are possible; keep indoor backup plans and a waterproof layer.
Packing: Approx. 46-60 F / 8-16 C during the day; cooler at night and near the water. Confirm the forecast before travel. December falls in the cool wet season. Rain showers and coastal fog are possible; keep indoor backup plans and a waterproof layer. December at Half Moon Bay is cool and damp, with marine
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at GBI CISO Summit Half Moon Bay 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm your registration status and any CISO or executive eligibility requirements on gbiimpact.com; save the confirmation.
T-2
Check the published agenda at gbiimpact.com/schedule and shortlist sessions on cloud security, AI security, identity, threat detection and cyber GRC.
T-3
Book lodging early: The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay at the venue, or SFO airport hotels in Burlingame, Millbrae or San Mateo if you want a different base.
T-4
Arrange ground transport from SFO: rideshare or taxi is the simplest option because captures show no direct rail link to Half Moon Bay; confirm live fares.
T-5
If driving, confirm chargeable parking at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay and budget for it.
T-6
Prepare two or three peer questions for CISOs and security leaders, for example board reporting, AI governance or cloud identity.
T-7
Bring a lightweight waterproof layer and warm layers for cool coastal December weather.
T-8
Pack business casual attire suitable for an executive summit.
T-9
Download the schedule and venue map for offline use; coastal mobile coverage can vary.
T-10
Set up a follow-up note or CRM process for contacts you meet.
T-11
Check the forecast 48-72 hours before travel and adjust SFO transfer plans.
T-12
Keep official organiser contact details and the schedule URL handy.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Ritz Carlton
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2GBI CISO Summit Half Moon Bay 2026 registration concourse
Ritz Carlton
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Ritz Carlton
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$230.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$380.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether GBI CISO Summit Half Moon Bay 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For GBI CISO Summit Half Moon Bay 2026, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Cloud security solutions and AI-driven security tools solutions and benchmarking suppliers at GBI CISO Summit Half Moon Bay 2026 in Half Moon Bay.
Min. budget
$500.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Cloud security solutions and AI-driven security tools products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,250.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Half Moon Bay show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- CISO
- Chief Information Security Officer, the executive accountable for an organization's cybersecurity strategy, governance and risk posture.
- Zero Trust
- A security architecture that continuously verifies users, devices and workloads and grants only the least access needed.
- IAM
- Identity and access management, the controls and processes that determine who can access which systems and data.
- PAM
- Privileged access management, controls that secure administrator and other high-privilege accounts.
- SIEM
- Security information and event management, a platform that aggregates logs and alerts for security monitoring.
- SOAR
- Security orchestration, automation and response, tooling that automates incident-handling workflows.
- XDR
- Extended detection and response, a platform that correlates telemetry across endpoint, network, cloud and email to detect and respond to threats.
- CSPM
- Cloud security posture management, continuous assessment of cloud configurations against security benchmarks.
- CIEM
- Cloud infrastructure entitlement management, analysis and control of permissions across cloud environments.
- AI security
- Controls for protecting AI models, training data, prompts and AI-enabled applications from misuse, leakage and adversarial attack.
- Cyber GRC
- Cyber governance, risk and compliance, the processes that connect security controls to regulatory duties, board reporting and risk appetite.
- Ransomware
- Malicious software that encrypts or steals data and demands payment, often paired with extortion threats.
- Tabletop exercise
- A scenario-based discussion in which security, legal and business teams test incident response roles and decisions.
- MFA
- Multi-factor authentication, an access control that requires two or more independent verification factors.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- GBI CISO Summit 2026
- CISO events in Half Moon Bay
- Cybersecurity conference 2026
- AI security summit
- Cloud security conference
- GBI CISO Summit Half Moon Bay 2026
- GBI CISO Summit Half 2026
- GBI CISO Summit Half Half Moon Bay 2026
- Moon Bay Half Moon Bay 2026
- GBI 2026
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