We’ll be gathering a curated group of security and technology leaders to explore the most pressing questions of today’s enterprise IT landscape and how connecting to digital assets is changing. 

The evolution of secured digital connection

What does a modern, secure, and agile network really look like — and what’s holding us back from achieving it?

Hosted at Eight Club Bank, the conversation will centre around Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) — not as a buzzword, but as a transformational shift in how enterprises approach networking and security. We’ll challenge traditional models, share real-world lessons, and debate the complexities of convergence in today’s hybrid, perimeter-less environments.

Guiding the discussion will be Stephen Faulkner, CDW’s Chief Technologist for Security, alongside Kanwar Loyal,  Cato Networks' VP Northern Europe & MEA.

Expect thought-provoking questions, contrasting perspectives, and the kind of open, senior-level dialogue the Cyber Leaders Club is known for.

During the evening, together we will dive into key topics such as:

  • How legacy networks are slowing us down and increasing security risk?
  • Why and how are global enterprises converging the security and networking stack?
  • Why is SASE becoming popular? What are the considerations and benefits and how do we leverage them?
  • What is the impact of network and security operational model in SASE?
  • Are platforms a hype or can we deliver value and reduce risks and costs?

The evening will kick-start with some informal drinks and canapés, followed by a short introduction by your host, Stephen. Group discussion will then proceed throughout the evening as you enjoy more drinks and canapés. This is a highly interactive evening where all attendees are encouraged to share their perspectives and opinions with peers. The best interactive contributors of the evening will have the opportunity to win an exclusive Cyber Leaders Award.

We hope you can join us at this exclusive evening!

  • Date and Time

    2nd July 2025 | 18:00 - 22:00

  • Venue

    Eight Club Bank, 1 Change Alley, London, EC3V 3ND

Event Agenda

18:00 - 18:30: Welcome drinks and canapés

18:30 - 18:45: Welcome and scene setting 

18:45 - 20:00: Guided discussion & debate (20min Intervals)  

20:00 - 22:00: Networking and Cyber Leaders Club Awards

Please speak to your CDW Account Manager for more information