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      Conference Topics at a Glance

      The 2026 agenda delivers the latest technology, strategy and leadership insights across key topic areas, covering the challenges most critical to IT and IAM executives.

      IAM for Agentic AI

      Agentic AI introduces new identity, access and trust challenges. Learn how to define, govern and secure AI agent identities, enforce least privilege and apply behavior‑based policies in autonomous, machine‑speed environments.

      IAM Program and Strategy

      Successful IAM requires more than tools. Explore how to build and sustain an IAM program with clear governance, roadmaps, metrics and executive alignment — while delivering business value under budget and resource constraints.

      Machine IAM/Nonhuman Identities

      Nonhuman identities now outnumber humans. Discover how to manage life cycle, access and governance for machines, workloads, service accounts and APIs — reducing risk from unmanaged and over‑privileged identities.
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      Hundreds of conference sessions were presented each day at Gartner Identity & Access Management Summit 2025. While we work to develop this year’s agenda, filter to see sessions that align with your role and interests.

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      Monday, December 08, 2025

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM CST

      Roundtable: How to Plan Now for the Future of IAM?
      Zachary Smith, Director Analyst, Gartner
      While organizations are reconfiguring trust on the basis of identity, cyber criminals and threat actors are increasingly targeting identities. "Identity is the new perimeter" is a lived reality for security teams rather than a catchphrase. Learn from your peers how CISOs and heads of IAM are using strategic opportunities to embrace identity-first security and prepare IAM for the coming strategic realities. ... Show More Show Less

      02:30 PM - 03:15 PM CST

      Roundtable: Women in IAM: How to Apply Unique Superpowers to the World of Identity
      Nayara Sangiorgio, Principal Analyst, Gartner
      Rebecca Archambault, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      Join this networking session for women in identity to discuss the journey, experiences, and motivations for choosing and staying in the IAM field. What specific superpowers do you have to deliver confidence in asking for that promotion and tackling imposter syndrome? Whether you are an IAM leader or just starting your career, feel free to join in and participate in this interactive session share experiences. This session is open to all. ... Show More Show Less
      Tuesday, December 09, 2025

      12:00 PM - 12:45 PM CST

      Roundtable: Navigating the Maze of ITDR in Context of Workspace Security & XDR
      Franz Hinner, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      Join us for a candid roundtable where IT and security leaders share real-world experiences implementing ITDR in workspace security and XDR. Swap war stories, learn from each other’s successes and stumbles, and uncover practical lessons you won't find in a vendor datasheet. The expert facilitator will guide the conversation, but the real value comes from your stories and insights. Bring your toughest challenges, biggest wins and most embarrassing missteps. Let’s learn together, not just from the podium. ... Show More Show Less
      Wednesday, December 10, 2025

      10:30 AM - 11:15 AM CST

      Roundtable: AI Adoption for IAM — Disaster or Panacea?
      Nathan Harris, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      While it seems like IT as a whole is aggressively adopting AI, up to and including replacing human workforce with AI agents, is there a reasonable cost/benefit analysis for this, specifically for IAM processes and team? In this facilitated peer discussion session, participants will unpack the benefits, costs, risks and emerging best practices for adopting AI within their IAM programs to accelerate IAM delivery. ... Show More Show Less

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