7CTOs 0111 Conference: A Decade of Tech Leadership Evolution

7CTOs, the premier member organization built by chief technology officers for chief technology officers, has officially announced the dates for its annual flagship event, the 0111 Conference. This intentionally intimate gathering, focused on navigating engineering strategy, applied intelligence, and executive longevity through radical peer connection, will take place from November 5 to November 6 in San Diego, California, kicking off with an informal welcome happy hour on the evening of November 4.

A Decade of Deep Lateral Connection

Ten years ago, a small group of engineering executives chose to bypass the standard convention format of passive listening and talking heads. Instead, they built a room designed for courageous conversations — a space where leaders could speak openly about real organizational friction, sit with complex strategic questions, and leave feeling less isolated in their executive roles. A decade later, that commitment to deep lateral connection remains the absolute core of the organization.

The technical landscape looks entirely different than it did a decade ago. Leaders have steered organizations through a global pandemic, severe economic whiplash, and a massive evolution in software delivery. Applied intelligence is no longer just an item on a roadmap; it has fundamentally rewritten what it means to be a technology executive.

The theme for this milestone iteration, Then. Now. Next., serves as the structural framework for every session, workshop, and peer exchange. The programming is built to encourage participants to evaluate the architectural and structural choices that shaped their past, confront the urgent operational realities of today, and get highly intentional about the next decade of scale. This long-term focus underscores the organization’s foundational belief in consistency over novelty, proving that enduring leadership frameworks matter far more than chasing fleeting technical trends.

High-Signal Peer Exchange and Focused Content

To protect the high-trust environment necessary for true growth, attendance is strictly limited to 100 participants. The schedule balances member-led technical tracks with hands-on organizational design workshops. True to the principle of learning beyond the original problem, the conference is designed to help executives step back from immediate codebase or delivery bottlenecks to focus on broader business systems, team dynamics, and personal longevity.

The event structure covers three distinct pillars: applied technology, human leadership, and executive resilience. Participants will spend focused time addressing the operational realities of scaling software systems, refining communication frameworks for shifting executive teams, and supporting the individual leader underneath the corporate title.

The two-day itinerary is structured to optimize both operational insights and casual networking:

• November 4: Welcome Happy Hour Kickoff.
• Day 1 (November 5): Breakfast runs from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM. Core conference sessions and collaborative workshops operate from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, followed immediately by an evening happy hour from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The day concludes with an informal slide show karaoke session at 8:00 PM.
• Day 2 (November 6): Breakfast opens at 7:30 AM, with tactical peer-driven tracks running from 8:30 AM until closing remarks conclude at 5:00 PM.

Call for Talk Proposals Now Open

The official call for talks is active, with submissions open to both veteran technical executives who want to share case studies on long-term platform stability and newer leaders currently managing active deployment battles. The stage is built for authentic, field-tested insights rather than polished marketing presentations. Tech leaders interested in leading a session, raising a hard question, or contributing to the strategic roadmap of the next decade can access the submission form directly through the 7CTOs platform. Submit your talk proposal here!

7CTOs remains dedicated to helping technical executives lead boldly and grow together. Additional details regarding specific session tracks, venue locations, and guest speakers will be released in the coming weeks.

Well executed from start to finish! Theme, location, preparation, speaker line up, flow, connection, etc.

— CTO

Frequently asked questions

What is the 0111 Conference?

The 0111 Conference is 7CTOs' annual flagship event, designed for chief technology officers and engineering leaders to engage in intimate, peer-to-peer discussions on technology strategy, leadership, and executive longevity.

When and where will the 0111 Conference take place?

The conference will be held from November 5 to November 6 in San Diego, California, with a welcome happy hour kicking off on the evening of November 4.

What is the theme of this year's conference?

The theme for this milestone iteration is <em>Then. Now. Next.</em>, encouraging participants to evaluate past architectural decisions, confront current operational realities, and plan for the next decade of scale.

Who can attend the 0111 Conference?

Attendance is strictly limited to 100 participants, primarily chief technology officers and engineering leaders, to ensure a high-trust and intimate environment for deep peer connection.

How can I contribute as a speaker to the conference?

The call for talk proposals is currently open for veteran and newer technical executives to share authentic, field-tested insights and case studies, accessible via the 7CTOs platform.