HMG Strategy's 2026 Phoenix Summit to Explore Iconic Leadership

C-Level Technology Leadership and the Rise of Visionary Leaders to Shape the Conversation

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

HMG Strategy, the world's leading platform for inspiring technology executives, will host its 17th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit on March 5, 2026. The event will focus on how technology, AI, and leadership excellence are redefining the enterprise of 2030, with a new emphasis on 'Iconic Leadership' and the emerging capabilities required for today's fast-moving environment.

Why it matters

In an era defined by exponential innovation, AI disruption, and rising stakeholder scrutiny, the role of the technology executive is undergoing a profound transformation. The 17th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit will explore what it takes to lead like a CEO, bringing clarity, authenticity, and a long-term vision for performance, resilience, and innovation.

The details

The 17th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit will feature discussions on topics such as 'What Global Disruption Means for Leaders Now', 'How to Lead Like a CEO', 'Harnessing Data, AI and Strategic Technologies to Drive Long-Term Business Performance', and 'Security Innovation as a Strategic Differentiator'. The event will also include an exclusive session on 'Navigating AI Trade Offs Across the C Suite' featuring Chip Schenck, principal for generative AI and data strategy at IBM.

  • The 17th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit will be held on March 5, 2026.

The players

HMG Strategy

The world's leading platform for inspiring technology executives to lead boldly and shape the future of business.

Hunter Muller

Founder and CEO of HMG Strategy, a trusted voice on the global IT landscape with over 30 years of experience guiding Fortune 2000 leaders.

Chip Schenck

Principal for generative AI and data strategy at IBM.

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What they’re saying

“Today's leaders are navigating a level of global disruption that demands tighter collaboration and real-world insight-sharing across the CIO community.”

— Hunter Muller, Founder and CEO, HMG Strategy (HMG Strategy)

What’s next

The 17th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit is scheduled to be held at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona.

The takeaway

The 17th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit will explore the emerging leadership capabilities required in today's fast-moving environment, focusing on how technology executives can lead like a CEO and shape the future of the enterprise.