ControlCase

IT Certifications, Continuous Compliance and Cybersecurity Services Provider

Date & Time
16th – 17th January 2026

Global Experts • AI Insights • Unstoppable Transformation

ControlCase is proud to present its 15th Annual Global Conference, continuing our long-standing tradition of knowledge sharing, collaboration, and thought leadership in the field of data security, risk, and compliance. Set against the dynamic and globally connected city of Dubai, this flagship event will take place on 16th and 17th January 2026, bringing together the global compliance and cybersecurity community under one roof.

This premier international gathering will convene senior industry leaders, regulators, accreditation bodies, card brands, technology innovators, and decision-makers to exchange insights on emerging risks, regulatory expectations, and practical approaches to compliance in an increasingly digital and AI-driven world.

The conference is expected to feature distinguished representatives from PCI SSC, major card brands, ISO and other global accreditation bodies, alongside renowned practitioners and experts in cybersecurity, data privacy, and governance. Through keynote addresses, expert-led sessions, and interactive panel discussions, participants will gain real-world perspectives on how organizations across industries are navigating today’s complex compliance landscape.

Key Highlights
11+ high-impact expert-led sessions Global Keynote and Distinguished Guest Speakers
Executive forums for BFSI, Healthcare, Payments, Telecom & Defence Awards & Gala Dinner

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16th January 2026
08:30 – 09:30 | Registration & Welcome Coffee (Attendee registrations, badge collection & networking )
09:30 – 10:00 | Opening & Welcome Note
Suresh Dadlani (Global President)
Joshua Hoffman (Group Chief Revenue Officer)
10:00 – 10:30 | Inaugural Keynote Address
Mike Jenner (Group CEO)
10:30 – 11:15 | Agentic AI and Transformation in Payments, Security & Financial Srvs
Troy Leach (Keynote Speaker)
11:15 – 11:30 | Coffee Break
11:30 – 12:00 | Ace Your IT Compliance Assessment: ControlCase Secrets for Success
Satyashil Rane (Group COO)
Amol Sawant (SVP, APAC Certifications)
Pramod Deshmane (SVP, Americas Certifications)
12:00 – 12:25 | Panel Discussion
Amol Sawant (SVP, APAC Certifications)
12:25 – 12:45 | PCI Updates & Industry Insights
Nitin Bhatnagar (Regional Director, PCI SSC)
12:45 – 13:00 | Compliance as a Consequence
Simon Turner (Head of Security Governance & Compliance, British Telecom)
13:00 – 14:00 | Networking Lunch
14:00 – 14:25 | Hack, Build, Defend: Winning the AI-Powered Cyber Arms Race in 2026
Vaibhav Mahadik (SVP, Global Cybersecurity Services)
Shashank Vaidya (VP, APAC Cybersecurity Services)
Harshvardhan Shukla (AVP, Americas Cybersecurity Services)
14:25 – 14:55 | Panel Discussion
Vaibhav Mahadik (SVP, Global Cybersecurity Services)
14:55 – 15:15 | AI’s Blind Spot: Taming Third-Party Risk for SOC Compliance & Responsible AI
Ricardo Pardo (Sr. Vice President)
15:15 – 16:00 | The New Rules of Engagement: Securing the Defense Supply Chain with FedRAMP & CMMC 2.0
Erik Winkler (President, Federal)
Afzal Merchant (SVP, Channel Partnership & Product Management)
16:00 – 16:15 | Tea Break
16:15 – 17:00 | Executive Leadership Forum – 1
Industry Focus: Payments & BFSI
Forum Leads: Group COO, ControlCase
Pramod Deshmane (SVP, Americas Certifications)
17:00 – 17:30 | Day 1 Conclusion & Group Photo Session
19:00 – 23:30 | Gala Evening – Awards Function & Gala Dinner
Venue: Grand Ballroom

17th January 2026
09:00 – 09:15 | Opening & Day 1 Recap
Dr. Shamala Boyd (Chief Risk Officer)
09:15 – 09:45 | Professional Services in Security & Compliance
Suresh Dadlani (Global President)
Junaid Shaikh (VP, Head APAC Professional Services)
Rashmi Pandey (VP, PMO APAC Professional Services)
09:45 – 10:10 | Panel Discussion
Kaushik Pandey (SVP, APAC Sales)
10:10 – 10:40 | The Assurance Blueprint: Certifying Trust in AI with HITRUST, ISO 42001 & Beyond
Omkar Salunkhe (SVP HITRUST & ISO Certifications)
10:40 – 11:00 | ControlCase Technology Innovation: Compliance Automation & AI
Rupesh Tanksali (CTO)
Satyashil Rane (Group COO)
11:00 – 11:15 | Refreshment Break
11:15 – 12:00 | Executive Leadership Forum – 2
Industry Focus: Telecom & Retail
Forum Leads: Joshua Hoffman (Group Chief Revenue Officer)
Ashish Kirtikar (President UK)
12:00 – 12:45 | Executive Leadership Forum – 3 Healthcare & Defense
Forum Leads: Joshua Hoffman (Group Chief Revenue Officer)
Dr. Shamala Boyd (Chief Risk Officer)
12:45 – 13:00 | Closing Remarks
Suresh Dadlani (Global President)
Mike Jenner (Group CEO)
13:00 – 14:00 | Networking Lunch

Why Attend?
Gain direct insights from global regulators, assessors, and practitioners Understand how AI and automation are reshaping compliance and audit models Network with peers, industry leaders, and ControlCase experts Learn practical strategies to optimize compliance costs, reduce risk, and improve resilience

In addition, dedicated sessions will highlight cybersecurity best practices and professional services methodologies that help organizations achieve, sustain, and continuously manage compliance as part of their business-as-usual (BAU) operations, rather than as one-time audit events.

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