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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 Summits.
Join us in Houston 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.
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.
| AGENDA | |
| 9:00 AM | Registration & Breakfast |
| 10:00 AM | Opening Remarks - Brian Mink, President @ Data Science Connect |
| 10:25 AM | PANEL: Revolutionizing Industries: Unleashing the Potential of Generative AI, made possible by Informatica Join our expert panel as industry leaders discuss how GenAI is transforming businesses by enhancing efficiency and creativity, driving innovation through new revenue streams, and addressing ethical challenges. Discover insights into the future of AI applications, from personalized customer experiences to collaboration with academic institutions and startups. Panelists Austin Sun, Senior Director of Data Engineering @ American Tire Distributors, Inc. Zahra Timsah, Data Transformation and Artificial Intelligence @ IQVIA Samantha Leger, Senior Director of Data Governance @ Informatica Jaydip Chakrabarti, Global Head, Digital Transformation and Automation Solutions @ Tata Steel Phanii Pydimarri, Sr. Director, Enterprise Data & Analytics Strategy & Planning @ Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma & Texas |
| 11:10 AM | Networking Break |
| 11:40 AM | AI Showcase - Pure Storage |
| 11:50 AM | AI Showcase - Fivetran |
| 12:00 PM | PANEL: Future Forward: Navigating AI's Impact on the Global Workforce How is AI reshaping the global workforce? Join this expert panel to learn about enhancing productivity, addressing ethical challenges, fostering diversity, and balancing automation with human creativity. Gain insights into strategies for reskilling employees and integrating AI technologies into existing workflows Panelists Ricardo Galan, VP, People Analytics and Workforce Planning @ QBE Insurance Group Limited Tobias Hoeink, New Energy Domain Leader @ Baker Hughes Roxanne Laczo, Head of People Analytics @ Cloudflare Washington Mashingaidze, Head of People Analytics @ Crown Castle Ming Guo, Director Business Intelligence, HR @ The University of Texas Medical Branch |
| 12:00 PM | Executive Roundtable Breakout Session (Invite-Only) - Exploring the Power of Generative AI: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Trends, made possible by DataRobot and KUNGFU.AI This executive roundtable on AI strategy gathers senior data and IT leaders to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in AI. Attendees will engage in deep, interactive sessions, facilitating meaningful connections and strategic insights to position their organizations at the forefront of AI innovation. |
| 12:45 PM | Networking Lunch |
| 1:45 PM | Modernizing Your Data Warehouse for AI, made possible by Wherescape - Patrick O'Halloran, Solution Architect @ Wherescape Getting your data into the cloud is the foundation of using AI to analyze and report on your organization’s unique requirements. Learn lessons from some who have already completed that journey. What was involved? What were the major risks? How were they mitigated? |
| 2:10 PM | A Playbook for Turning Your Generative AI Vision into Reality, made possible by DataRobot & KUNGFU.AI Explore practical strategies for implementing generative AI in your organization. Gain insights into turning your AI vision into reality, overcoming challenges, and leveraging AI for impactful results. Learn from experts and real-world case studies to drive your AI initiatives forward. Panelists Atalia Horenshtien, Senior Channels Data Scientist @ DataRobot Steve Meier, Co-Founder & Head of Innovation @ KUNGFU.AI |
| 2:10 PM | Executive Roundtable Breakout Session (Invite-Only) - Planning for AI, made possible by Pure Storage Is your organization's infrastructure ready for AI? Join Pure Storage at the Align AI Summit for an executive roundtable on AI planning. Engage with fellow data and IT leaders to discuss core AI concepts, trends, and strategies for managing AI workflows. Discover how to turn AI disruption into a competitive advantage. |
| 3:00 PM | Networking Reception |
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.
