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Innovation thrives in communities where leaders support and inspire each other. 🤝 We’re thrilled to welcome a new group of technology leaders to the Innovation Advisory Council! The Council shares insights and builds partnerships, which creates a community for leaders to collaborate, create, and innovate together. Each member brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective invaluable to our technology ecosystem. San Francisco Deborah Muro, Chief Information Officer, El Camino Health Boston Michael Gioia - CISM, CISSP, Chief Information Security Officer, Babson College Pacific Northwest Jim Finney, Senior Vice President, Information Technology, First Tech Federal Credit Union New York City Michael Pastine, MBA, Chief Information Officer, State University of New York at Old Westbury Nashville Shane Pilcher, MBA, CHCIO, FACHE, FCHIME, Administrative Director and Chief Information Officer, Siskin Hospital Thank you all for joining! #innovation #techleadership #community 

🌟 Global Summit Featured Keynote Speaker Announcement 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that MajGen Austin Renforth "Sparky", USMC (Ret) will be delivering our featured keynote on Day 1 of the 2024 Global Summit. Join us as we explore transformative insights from a distinguished leader celebrated for his exceptional contributions to both the business world and national service. MajGen Renforth, renowned for his innovative leadership in the military and business sectors, will share pivotal lessons on driving strategic innovation and effective leadership. His extensive experience spans a remarkable 40-year military career, featuring leadership roles in several critical operations across the globe. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor at Roberts & Ryan and on the boards of the Foundation for Women Warriors and the Desmond Doss Foundation, MajGen Renforth's leadership continues to influence in new ways, demonstrating a commitment to service and excellence. His unique experiences offer invaluable perspectives on how innovation is crucial across all sectors, inspiring a culture of continuous improvement and visionary leadership. During his keynote, MajGen Renforth will unpack how the disciplined principles of military leadership can be creatively applied to overcome current business challenges, cultivating a culture of strategic, innovative thinking and decisive action in corporate settings. 🚀 Don’t miss this unique opportunity to transform leadership in your organization. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gG8pJwRk #VVGlobalSummit2024 #Leadership #Innovation #BusinessStrategy #TechConference

How can IT leaders transform customer experiences using AI-powered insights? 🌐 We're excited to have Scott Caldarella, Vice President of Software Engineering & Head of Wireless Commercial Platforms at DISH Network, as our featured speaker at our upcoming In-Person Executive Roundtable! With his extensive expertise in driving technological innovation and transforming customer interactions through AI, Scott brings an invaluable perspective as we explore our topic, AI-Powered Insights: Leveraging Observability for Enhanced Customer Experience. This roundtable is a unique opportunity for IT leaders to explore advanced strategies in observability, learn how to harness the power of AI to elevate customer experience, and expand their networks. In the Denver area and looking to join us? Contact our moderator, Ian Murphy, for more information! #AIObservability #CustomerExperience #ExecutiveRoundtable #TechInnovation

How prepared is your organization to harness the transformative power of AI? 💡 We're excited to launch our new research article, "A Strategic Roadmap to AI Operationalization," from Taylor Grenawalt, Director of Research & Insights, exploring essential steps for integrating AI into your business operations. Read the full article to discover innovative strategies to overcome common challenges and maximize AI's potential. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gw8bAc-w #AIRevolution #TechInsights #Innovation 

🌟 What can you expect from cybersecurity in 2024? Strategic consolidations and innovative integrated security platforms are just the beginning. Learn how industry leaders like IBM, Wiz, and SentinelOne are pioneering significant transformations. Check out the insights from our team of research experts that could redefine your cybersecurity strategy. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gxTm9PiU #CybersecurityInsights #StrategicInvestments

Introducing Our Deep Dive into AI's Role in Healthcare Innovation 🚀 We are excited to announce the release of our latest article in collaboration with Stratascale – An SHI Company, exploring the transformative role of AI and data intelligence in healthcare. Our research unpacks how these technologies are revolutionizing patient care, from enhancing precision medicine to optimizing healthcare operations. With insights from Stratascale’s Office of the CTO and our research experts, the article provides a comprehensive look at how AI is being adopted across the healthcare sector to tackle challenges like caregiver shortages and the rising demand for virtualized services. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gWQ7GqZs #HealthcareInnovation #AI #Collaboration #DigitalTransformation

Join Our Virtual Executive Roundtable on AI Operationalization & Governance 🚀 We're excited to host an upcoming Executive Roundtable with Jonathan Hodges, Fractional Head of AI & Machine Learning at Userpilot and industry AI expert, to discuss AI Operationalization & Governance. Jonathan brings an invaluable perspective, and we look forward to discussing responsible AI principles, operational challenges, and governance frameworks essential for AI solutions in the enterprise. Together with our research experts Troy Cogburn and Taylor Grenawalt, we'll unpack these key topics: ⚖️ Comparing perceived and actual operational challenges in AI 💡 How AI’s journey from ideation to production enhances its value 🔒 The critical role of governance in AI development and deployment 🛣 Identifying and overcoming obstacles that hinder AI projects from production Don't miss the chance to connect with industry experts and get exclusive insights into the comprehensive AI landscape. Contact our moderator, Ian Murphy, for more information! Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gwNNZYf7 #AI #Governance #ExecutiveRoundtable #Innovation

How Can Flexible Data Architectures Enhance Customer Engagement? 🌐 Thank you again to our featured speaker, J Wolfgang Goerlich, Advisory CISO, Cisco, who led our recent Executive Roundtable and unpacked how flexible data architecture enhances customer engagement. Also, thank you to our topic expert, Robin Grochol, VP of Product & UX, Twilio Segment, Twilio, for sharing their expertise and insights! This session brought together industry leaders to discuss the critical aspects of modern data management and its impact on customer experiences. Our attendees highlighted the importance of connecting data sources for a unified customer profile, ensuring data consistency and compliance, protecting customer information with advanced privacy techniques, and leveraging AI and ML to enhance data quality and generate valuable insights. These strategies are essential for improving decision-making and delivering personalized customer experiences. Read the full Executive Summary here: https://lnkd.in/gxQp7J-V #community #DataArchitecture #CustomerEngagement Ben Davis, Cara Canady, Cassandra Callaghan, MS, CISA, PMP, Deb Bauman, Dhruv Agnihotri, Don Brumfield, Jennifer Messina, Matthew Holden, Mike B., Mike Reterstorf, CISO, CISSP, Nathan Bauer, Naveena Spitz, Paul Girard, Peter Heltzer, Stephen Lavin, Ian Murphy

"AI offers immense potential for efficiency gains, but we must balance these with the inherent risks to ensure responsible deployment." Thank you again to our recent Executive Roundtable led by our featured speaker, David Mahon, experienced Global Chief Information Security Officer and our topic expert, Joe V., Head of Trust & Security from Conveyor, for sharing their expertise and guiding our discussion on navigating AI-driven risk and vendor management! This discussion with an incredible group of attendees offered invaluable insights into managing the complexities of AI integration within business operations, regulatory compliance, and vendor relationships. Some key takeaways:  ➡️ Regulatory Impacts on AI: Staying ahead of regulatory changes is crucial for ensuring responsible and ethical AI use. ➡️ Risk Management and AI Integration: Aligning AI initiatives with business strategies is essential for maximizing value while mitigating risks. ➡️ Trust and Quality of AI Outputs: Building trust through transparency and rigorous validation of AI outputs is vital for stakeholder confidence. ➡️ Operational Efficiencies vs. Risks: Balancing the benefits of AI-driven automation with the associated risks requires robust risk management frameworks and continuous stakeholder education. Read the full Executive Summary here: https://lnkd.in/gqc-rEJB #AI #RiskManagement #Community Anjana Harnoor Kashyap, Beth Sullivan, Chad Strange, MBA, CISSP, Daniel Nahoolewa, David Tyburski, Gilbert Martin, Joseph Kim, John Dunn, Jonathan Angel, Kai Søren W., Kul Bhushan, MBA, CISSP, Maxim Hudaley, CISSP, Tony Durso, Ian Murphy

We are thrilled to announce the formation of the 2024 Global Summit Advisory Committee, composed of experienced leaders from across the global technology ecosystem. 🚀 Special thank you to each of our event chairs! Andrew Moore, MBA, Chief Information Officer, Colorado School of Mines Bob Howland, Chief Digital Officer, Dawn Foods Global Corey Kelley, Chief Technology and Experience Officer, The Expo Group Grant Anderson, Chief Information Officer, Living Spaces Furniture Howard Miller, MBA, PMP, CISM, CRISC, Chief Information Officer, UCLA Anderson School of Management Kalika Gupta, VP of IT - Head of Corporate, Risk & Operations Technology, Cetera Financial Group Leo Griffin, Vice President, Global Head of Consumer Technology, Hanesbrands Inc. Paul Heard, Chief Information Officer Rick Doten, VP, Information Security, Centene Corporation Scott Cardenas, Chief Technology Officer / Chief Information Officer, Bridge Investment Group Scott Hicar Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer, Benchmark As we gear up for the 2024 Global Summit in Denver, this committee is instrumental in guiding our content themes and agenda that truly reflects the forefront of technological advancement and innovation from the perspective of the technology executive. Join us in Denver this September to experience first-hand the transformative impact of this collaboration. Learn more about our Event Chairs here: https://lnkd.in/g3X7mUpf #TechLeadership #Innovation #VVGlobalSummit2024