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To CTO or not to CTO (Part two)<\/strong><\/h1>\n


\n<\/strong>15th April 2026 | 6:00pm | The Conduit, London<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Following the success of our first To CTO or not to CTO<\/strong> event, we\u2019re back for a deeper, more candid conversation about what the CTO role really demands, and whether it\u2019s the right move for you.<\/p>\n

This panel brings together experienced technology leaders to move beyond the theory and into the lived reality of senior technical leadership.<\/p>\n

Meet the panel:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Georgina Owens <\/a>– CTO at Noughts & Crosses<\/li>\n
  • Shaun Pearce <\/a>– CPTO at Gousto<\/li>\n
  • Mel Unsworth<\/a> – CTO at the Financial Times<\/li>\n
  • Gareth Webber<\/a> – CTO at Clarion Events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    This session will explore:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • What actually changes when you step into the CTO role<\/li>\n
    • The trade-offs no one talks about: influence, pressure, pace and politics<\/li>\n
    • How to assess whether you<\/em> want the role, not just whether you\u2019re ready for it<\/li>\n
    • Different CTO archetypes, and how the role varies by business, scale and context<\/li>\n
    • When staying technical, or choosing an alternative leadership path, might be the smarter move<\/li>\n
    • This is not a checklist for promotion. It\u2019s an honest discussion about ambition, identity, and long-term career satisfaction.<\/li>\n
    • Expect straight talking, practical insight, and an open debate designed to help you make a more informed decision about your next step.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Spaces are limited. Register now.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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