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Gain exclusive insights in an intimate gathering of 200+ senior data and AI leaders from leading organizations at DSC's ALIGN AI Executive Summits.
Join us in Chicago to get up to speed on the latest in AI, network with fellow industry leaders, and engage in thought-provoking discussions about AI's biggest challenges and opportunities.
Secure your spot today by applying below. This is event is highly exclusive and invitation/application-only. Apply now and we'll let you know as soon as possible if you've secured an invite.
At DSC, we pride ourselves on hosting leading executives who are real-world changemakers: the senior data leaders from Fortune 500 companies who are at the forefront of innovation.
The summit will be held at in the heart of downtown Chicago—more details to come soon!
Skip the application process and secure your all-access pass to the exclusive ALIGN AI Summit of your choice by registering today for $2,499. These passes are available for a limited time and will sell out!
Registration includes in-person access to all summit features including:
– All general sessions, including presentations, and executive panels
– Invitation to at least one executive roundtable
– Breakfast, lunch, and networking reception
– Exhibit Hall
ALIGN AI Summit free passes – for qualified attendees only – are highly limited and 100% free.
You may qualify if you meet all 3 criteria below:
1. Your company is not a vendor and has no sales interest in end-users of AI-related products or services
2. You work at a non-vendor organization with 5K+ employees
3. You hold a senior-level position (director-level and up)
After you complete the registration form, we will be back in touch to let you know if you have been selected.
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Our sponsors represent the leading edge of data and AI. From generative AI to vector databases, graph, feature engineering, data management, and more, you’ll find the solutions you need to take your organization to the next level.
