# Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo Conference Gold Coast 2026

- Dates: 14 September 2026 to 16 September 2026
- Location: Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Gold Coast, Australia
- Organiser: Gartner
- Industry: Cybersecurity

## About

The Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2026 stands as a premier global event dedicated to cybersecurity professionals, executives, and decision-makers focused on advancing digital resilience. Hosted annually by Gartner, this summit offers a strategic platform for sharing actionable insights and exploring the latest innovations in cybersecurity. As digital threats become increasingly sophisticated, the summit provides a vital opportunity for industry leaders to collaborate, evaluate emerging solutions, and prepare for the complexities of a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

## Who attends

Join a large and diverse group of CIOs and IT executives at a conference that prioritizes meaningful interactions and powerful connections.

_As described by the organiser._

## Official links

- [Official website](https://www.gartner.com/en/conferences/apac/symposium-australia)
- [Agenda](https://www.gartner.com/en/conferences/apac/symposium-australia/sessions)

## Topics

- In-Depth Exploration of Cybersecurity Trends
- Strategic Readiness for Future Security Challenges

## Speakers

- Sally Parker, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
- Neil Osmond, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
- Neha Kumar, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
- Richard Addiscott, VP Analyst, Gartner

## Where to stay

- **Grosvenor Beachfront Apartments**: 40 m from the venue, 26 The Esplanade, 4217
  - [Hotel website](http://www.hotelnicolle.com/listing/grosvenor-beachfront-apartments/)
  - Phone: +61 7 5565 4574
- **The Sands Apartments**: 90 m from the venue, 40 Esplanade, 4217
- **Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences**: 180 m from the venue, 5 stars, 6 Orchid Avenue
  - [Hotel website](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/oolhihi-hilton-surfers-paradise-hotel-and-residences/)
  - Phone: +61 7 5680 8000
- **Hilton**: 240 m from the venue, 5 stars, 6 Orchid Avenue
  - Phone: +61 7 5680 8000
- **BreakFree Moroccan**: 260 m from the venue, 6 View Avenue, 4217
- **Paradise Centre Apartments**: 290 m from the venue, 3 Hanlan Street
  - [Hotel website](https://www.paradisecentre.com.au)
  - Phone: +61 7 5579 3399
- **Mantra on View**: 300 m from the venue, 22 View Avenue, 4217
- **Novotel Surfers Paradise**: 310 m from the venue

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