Opening Session: The Age of Intelligence
Join us as we welcome you to RADAR: AI Edition. The AI revolution shows no sign of slowing down. Find out how to keep up in a world of perpetual innovation.
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Join us as we welcome you to RADAR: AI Edition. The AI revolution shows no sign of slowing down. Find out how to keep up in a world of perpetual innovation.
AI adoption is no longer just a technical challenge—it’s a cultural one. As organizations strive to integrate AI into their operations, building AI literacy across the workforce has become essential to unlocking real business value. For AI practitioners and leaders, the key lies in aligning AI with business goals, reengineering workflows, and fostering a culture where everyone can contribute to transformation. In this panel interview, Andreas Horn, Head of AIOps at IBM, and Branden Wachtel, Executive Director at JPMorgan Chase, will discuss how to drive workforce transformation through AI literacy. You’ll learn how to increase AI adoption across the enterprise, align AI initiatives with strategic priorities, and redesign workflows to take full advantage of AI capabilities. The panel will also share insights on how building AI maturity organization-wide can lead to measurable business outcomes. This session is ideal for AI leaders looking to scale their impact beyond the technical team.
As AI continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the skills that are in demand are shifting just as quickly. For job seekers, staying ahead of the curve is critical to landing high-impact roles. For hiring managers, understanding what to look for—and how to build strong hiring pipelines—is essential to attracting and retaining top AI talent. In 2025, success in AI will depend on more than technical know-how; it will require a strategic understanding of what skills drive innovation and impact. In this session, Yu Guo, VP of Data & AI at bp, Maria Vechtomova, Manager of Machine Learning Engineering at Ahold Delhaize, and Sadie St Lawrence, CEO & Founder at Human-Machine Collaboration Institute, will explore the most in-demand AI skills of 2025. You’ll learn which technical and practical skills are leading the job market, how hiring flows are evolving for AI roles, and what qualities hiring managers prioritize when building their AI teams. Whether you’re looking to hire or be hired, this session will equip you with the insights needed to navigate the next wave of AI careers.
Successfully upskilling a workforce in AI requires more than just offering courses—it demands tailored programs, thoughtful engagement strategies, and a clear link to business impact. For learning and development and AI leaders, the challenge lies in designing training that resonates with both technical and non-technical audiences, while proving its value across the organization. In this panel interview, Amanda Myton, Head of L&D at Snowflake, Jay Lauer, VP of Data Strategy & Governance at Velera, and Prajith Nair, Head of Learning and Innovation at FPT Corporation, will discuss their experiences running AI upskilling programs at scale. You’ll learn how to define training personas, boost adoption and engagement, and measure the ROI of your efforts. The panel will also share practical insights on how to scale AI literacy and hands-on training across your organization. This session is ideal for leaders looking to drive workforce transformation through effective, enterprise-wide AI education.
AI has the potential to unlock significant business value—but realizing that value depends on choosing the right projects, managing them effectively, and measuring their impact. For business and AI leaders, the challenge is not just adopting AI, but doing so in a way that scales across the enterprise and delivers meaningful returns. In this panel interview, Ken Moore, Chief Innovation Officer at Mastercard, Charlotte Werger, CDAO at H&M Group, Eleanor Treharne-Jones, CEO at BigEye, and Emin Can Turan, CEO at Pebbles AI, will share techniques to define and implement AI strategies that scale. You’ll learn how to identify high-impact AI projects, use AI to enhance strategy and operations, and apply best practices for managing AI initiatives. The panel will also explore how to measure the ROI of AI efforts to ensure long-term business success. This session is ideal for leaders looking to move beyond experimentation and build AI programs that drive sustainable value.
AI agents are one of the most talked-about trends in the field—but separating the hype from real enterprise impact can be a challenge. While agents promise to automate complex tasks and deliver business value, they also introduce new risks, require specific skills, and demand robust evaluation practices. For AI practitioners and leaders, understanding the full picture is key to making smart decisions about where and how to invest. In this panel interview, Andriy Burkov, AI Author at True Positive, Ram Sriharsha, Chief Technology Officer at Pinecone, Jun Qian, VP of Generative AI at Oracle, and Jerry Liu, CEO and Co-founder at LlamaIndex, will discuss the realities of AI agents in enterprise settings. You’ll learn about the most common agent types and architectures, the tools and skills needed to build them, and the risks and challenges that come with deployment. The panel will also cover how to evaluate performance, avoid common misconceptions, and identify where the hype ends and real ROI begins. This session is ideal for those building or overseeing AI agent initiatives and looking for a clear-eyed view of the landscape.
As AI continues to evolve at breakneck speed, staying ahead of the curve has never been more critical. From global adoption trends to emerging technologies and startups, the landscape is shifting rapidly—bringing both new opportunities and fresh challenges. For AI practitioners and leaders, understanding where the field is headed is essential to making smart investments and shaping forward-looking strategies. In this panel interview, Shaun Johnson, Founding Partner at AIX Ventures, Adrian Estala, Field Chief Data Officer at Starburst Data, Priyanka Somrah, Principal at Workbench, and Nestor Maslej, Research Manager at Stanford HAI, will discuss the forefront of AI innovation. You’ll get an inside look at the current state of AI adoption, explore the key trends set to define 2025 and beyond, and hear about promising startups pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. The panel will also share their predictions on where AI is going next—from technical breakthroughs to societal shifts. This session is perfect for anyone who wants to future-proof their AI strategy and stay informed on what’s coming next.
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