VODG Digital and Technology Directors' Professional Network Meeting | October 2025

The next meeting of the Digital and Technology Directors' professional network is now open for booking and will focus on cyber security aimed at strengthening digital resilience across member organisations.

For our first presentation we hope to be joined by representatives from the National Cyber Security Centre to explore the evolving cyber threat landscape and offer practical guidance on enhancing organisational resilience.

After a short break we will be joined by Jonathan Taylor from Howden, who will examine the strategic value of cyber security insurance, including its benefits and coverage considerations.

Finally there will be a group discussion, inviting members to share their experience and expertise on their current use of Microsoft licensing.

The meeting is designed to provide valuable insights and foster collaborative dialogue around digital safety and preparedness, equipping members with knowledge to navigate today’s complex cyber environment.

Draft Programme

10.00

Welcome 

Kerry Hamilton, VODG Director of Membership and Operations

10.05

Introduction and Meeting Overview

VODG Co-chairs

10.10

Enhancing Digital Resilience: Navigating the Current Cyber Threat Landscape

National Cyber Security Centre (TBC)

10.55

Break

11.00

Exploring Cyber Security Insurance | Benefits, Coverage, and Strategic Value for Organisations

Jonathan Taylor, Director, Head of Corporate Risks Health & Care at Howden

11.45

Focus on Microsoft Licencing. What are you using currently? 

Group Discussion

11.55

Final Roundup 

Kerry Hamilton, VODG Director of Membership and Operations

 

Speakers

Jonathan Taylor

Jonathan Taylor

Director, Head of Corporate Risks Health & Care, Howden

 

Accessibility 

 

Please note, should you have any accessibility requirements, we will do our best to make necessary arrangements to support you; however, we may require up to four weeks' notice, so please list your requirements on the booking form. Closed captions are used as standard in online meetings. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

Meet the VODG Digital and Technology Director's Co-Chairs 

Join us at our quarterly Digital and Technology directors' member meetings chaired by leaders from across our membership.

Ben Sutton

Ben Sutton

Group Chief Digital & Information Officer , Dimensions

Kate Doodson

Kate Doodson

Chief Transformation, Performance and Digital Officer, Brandon Trust

Linda Rogers

Linda Rogers

Chief Technology Officer, RNIB

 VODG Digital and Technology Forum Group

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The VODG digital and technology directors' professional network welcomes senior professionals from amongst our membership.