Event Category: Live Event

Overview

In a landscape where businesses are maturing and evolving, the role of a strategically-minded CFO becomes increasingly complex. The challenge lies in optimising expenditures while simultaneously empowering the business to sustain, and even accelerate, its growth. The last few years’ mantra of ‘growth at all costs’ has given way to ‘efficient growth only’.

But efficiency hinges on several key fundamentals: transparency of spending vs. outcome; effectively executed procurement; fostering strong cross-departmental partnerships, and wisely managing tech investments.
So, how can a CFO regain control over spend and fully leverage it without hampering innovation and growth?

Marvin Lange, CFO of IU Group, Germany’s largest private university group, will share his insights and discuss strategies for successfully achieving this delicate balance. He will address questions such as:

• How can finance teams attain accurate visibility of spend vs. impact and ensure accountability among internal stakeholders?

• How do top CFOs successfully reduce spending while still equipping the business for performance and ongoing innovation?

• What are the secrets behind fast and smooth technology (re)negotiations?

Join us to explore these crucial aspects of financial leadership and learn how to drive efficient growth throughout your organization.

Agenda

18.00 Champagne Reception & Networking
18:30 Guests seated and welcome by Sanjeev Dole, Publisher, FDE
18.50 Introductory address by Susanne Ebmeyer, Vertice
18:55 Keynote address by Marvin Lange, Group CFO, IU Group
19:15 Moderated Discussion
19:45 Break & Networking
20:00 Dinner is served, informal discussion continues
21:25 Closing remarks
21:30 End of briefing & further networking

The future is AI-driven
It’s about making faster, smarter decisions

An Exclusive CXO Roundtable

Generative AI has emerged as the cornerstone of innovation, unleashing an era of unprecedented automation and optimization. GenAI has become a top priority for the C-suite and has sparked tremendous innovation in new tools beyond foundation models.

Tech Mahindra in collaboration with Microsoft, is delighted to invite you to an exclusive, invitation-only discussion on Generative AI with the foremost AI and digital leaders in Retail, CPG, Travel & Transportation Industry. This event is designed for senior leaders to explore building an ethical and compelling approach within an enterprise environment.

Experts from Tech Mahindra and Microsoft discuss the impact, challenges, and opportunities that AI brings to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and drive innovation with Retail, CPG, Travel & Transportation enterprises.

Our roundtable discussions are proven to be highly valuable sessions featuring industry leaders sharing their experiences, best practices and customer successes on AI-driven automation, predictive maintenance, supply chain optimization, and workforce upskilling to harness the potential of AI in Retail, CPG, Travel & Transportation.

 

Key Takeaways for Participants

Generative AI presents unprecedented opportunities for businesses to automate and enhance various aspects of their operations. Attendees will get insights on:

Generative AI tools and techniques : How organizations are streamlining processes, personalizing customer experiences, and unlock new avenues for creativity and innovation.

Addressing Issues : Successful implementation requires careful consideration of ethical implications, data privacy concerns, and potential biases inherent in AI systems.

Scaling Gen AI : Attendees will get insights on how to scale generative AI in their enterprises, exploring real-world use cases, challenges, and the best practices

Driving Growth : How generative AI holds the potential to revolutionize business practices and drive sustainable growth in the digital age.

 

Agenda:

Time (in ET) Session
02:00 PM – 02:15 PM Guest Arrival & Welcome
02:15 PM – 02:30 PM Event Kick off & Keynote from Microsoft
02:30 PM – 02:45 PM Tech Mahindra & Microsoft Partnership Overview
02:45 PM – 03:30 PM Session: The Rise of Gen AI for Enterprises
03:30 PM – 04:00 PM Panel Discussion : Brendan Witcher, VP, Principal Analyst, Forrester & others
04:00 PM – 04:30 PM Presenting Industry Use Cases : Brendan Witcher, VP, Principal Analyst, Forrester
04:30 PM – 04:45 PM Closing remarks
05:30 PM onwards Social Hour with Tech Mahindra & Microsoft

 

Brendan Witcher

VP, Principal Analyst, Forrester.

Jaya Bhat

Senior Vice President & Business Head, Travel, Logistics & Hospitality, Tech Mahindra.

Maninder Pal Singh

Business Head, Retail & CPG, Tech Mahindra.

Amit Kaistha

Vice President & Head of Microsoft Copilot, Tech Mahindra.

Kirat Anand

Vice President, Retail & CPG, Tech Mahindra.

Overview

The impact of generative AI is now a fundamental part of business transformation with policy decisions made today having far reaching implications for years to come, impacting both the speed of gen AI deployment and the extent to which new challenges are overcome. Zero Trust architectures become even more relevant, as gen AI increases the complexity of systems, creating further potential gaps in integration, greater difficulty in securing your third-party supply chain, as well as specific new problems and vulnerabilities. Consequently, it is imperative that decisions are fully informed, using the best advice available from those with real world transformation experience in your sector. If you have, or plan to adopt, a zero-trust architecture to strengthen your security and resilience, it must now be adapted to take into account the new variables introduced by gen AI.

Discussion Points

 

  • How a Zero Trust architecture is still appropriate in the age of gen AI – and how it needs to be adapted.
  • What are the new challenges you will face securing transformation with gen AI, and how to address them.
  • What you should do yourself, and when outside expertise is the best option.
  • How to measure the maturity of your AI-ready Zero Trust Architecture.
  • Maintaining regulatory compliance standards during the transformation journey.
Agenda
Time Session
2.30 p.m Registration and check-in and refreshments
3.00 p.m. Welcome Note: Peeyush Khare, APAC Head, Cyber Security Practice at Tech Mahindra
3.10 p.m. Session by Pramiti Bhatnagar, Security Product Manager, Microsoft
3.40 p.m. Session by Jai Singla, ANZ Head, Cyber Security Practice at Tech Mahindra
4.10 p.m. Panel Discussion – Moderated by Anupam Patil – “Adapting to Evolving Threat Landscapes: Balancing Innovation & Protection.”
4.50 p.m. Closing remarks – Shyam Deshpande, Senior Vice President & Country Head – ANZ Enterprise, Tech Mahindra
5.00 p.m. Networking, drinks and canapes

 

Pramiti Bhatnagar

Security Product Manager, Microsoft

Jai Singla

ANZ Head, Cyber Security Practice at Tech Mahindra

Shyam Deshpande

Senior Vice President & Country Head – ANZ Enterprise, Tech Mahindra

Vishy Chavali

SVP & BFSI Head – ANZ Region, Tech Mahindra.

Edna Randiki

Head of Technology and Data Risk, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank.

Vrijesh Pandey

Director Cybersecurity Engineering, Optus

Nelson Yuen

Senior Compliance Global Black Belt, Microsoft

TBC 3

Panelist 3

Peeyush Khare

APAC Head, Cyber Security Practice at Tech Mahindra

Ketan Panchal

SVP & Head – Communications, Media & Entertainment, ANZ at Tech Mahindra.

Anupam Patil

VP Ecosystem- APJ, Strategic Alliances, Analysts & Advisor Relationship, Tech Mahindra.

Overview

Accelerate the impact of AI with IBM and LTIMindtree
The AI landscape has very quickly evolved from the “run your business and apply AI to help” paradigm to a reality where many enterprises are racing to embed AI into how they operate. In fact, a new IBM study found that 75% of CEOs surveyed said they believe the organization with the most advanced generative AI wins, while 43% said their enterprises are already using generative AI to inform strategic decisions.

However, there are several emerging concerns with generative AI, such as how to:
– Keep pace with the rapid innovation of AI technologies.
– Monitor the accuracy and trustworthiness of models.
– Trust closed proprietary models without knowing how they were trained.
– Minimize the cost and energy consumption of largescale models.

To discuss above mentioned concerns and beyond, LTIMindtree and IBM invite you for an exclusive roundtable. It is nothing like meeting with like-minded industry peers over drinks and a sumptuous dinner to discuss the latest in technology.

Agenda

Time Activity
5:15 – 6:00pm Registrations and Welcome Drinks
6:00 – 6:10pm The winning partnership of LTIMindtree and IBM by Bruce Weed
6:10 – 6:30pm IBM watsonx GenAI Platform Built for Business by Jessica Rockwood
6:30 – 6:50pm Unlocking the Potential of AI for Enterprises by Sourish Chaudhuri
6:50 – 7:15pm Fireside Chat and Q&A
7:15 – 8:30pm Dinner and Networking

 

 

Jessica Rockwood

VP, IBM Client Engineering, Americas

Bruce Weed

NA Sales Leader for the IBM & Red Hat practice at LTIMindtree

Sourish Chaudhuri

VP - Head of Capital Markets, LTIMindtree

David Menninger

Executive Director, AI Practice, ISG’s Ventana Research

Overview

 

In the current digital landscape, the shift towards a data-centric operational model is critical for companies looking to excel. Yet, embarking on this journey presents numerous obstacles, from the need for culture shifts to the challenges arising from adoption of complex technologies. We welcome you to a dynamic conversation on how to overcome these obstacles, delving into effective strategies and insights to truly become a data-driven enterprise.

We will talk about the essence of a data-driven organization, drawing on real-world examples of those who have successfully charted this course and excelled using cutting-edge technologies to foster a data-first culture, and have instituted robust data governance and security protocols.

This roundtable intends to provide the essential knowledge and tools to dismantle the roadblocks to data-driven proficiency.

 

Time Session Details
17:00 – 17:45 Registration and Networking Drinks
17:45 – 17:55 Topic and Speaker Introduction
18:00 – 18:40 Discussion on “Overcoming Obstacles to become a Data Driven Enterprise”
18:40 – 18:50 Q&A session with speakers
18:50 – 19:30 Lords Tour and Networking
19:30 – 20:30 Dinner and Departure

 

 

Lee Harris

Head of Technology, Yorkshire Water

Gary Ashby

Head of Insights, Intelligence & Innovation, Yorkshire Water

Mark Farrow Smith

Cloud & Enterprise Data Platform Executive, Microsoft

Aakash Shirodkar

Head of Data & AI, Hexaware Technologies

Gary Peter Nuttall

Sr. Domain Consultant, Distlytics Ltd

The future is AI-driven
It’s about making faster, smarter decisions

An Exclusive CXO Roundtable

Tech Mahindra, in partnership with Microsoft, invites you to attend an exclusive experience designed for foremost AI and digital leaders in Life Sciences & Medical vertical.

This event delves into how generative AI is revolutionizing Life Sciences processes. Experts from Tech Mahindra and Microsoft discuss the impact, challenges, and opportunities that AI brings to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and drive innovation with Life Sciences enterprises.

Our roundtable discussions are proven to be highly valuable sessions featuring industry leaders sharing their experiences, best practices and customer successes on AI-driven automation, predictive maintenance, supply chain optimization, and workforce upskilling to harness the potential of AI in Life Sciences.

Time (in ET) Session
2:30 PM – 2:45 PM Guest Arrival & Welcome
2:45 PM – 3:00 PM Keynote from Microsoft Leadership – Speaker TBD
3:00 PM – 3:10 PM Tech Mahindra and MS Partnership Overview
3:10 PM – 3:40 PM Session from Industry Expert: The Rise of GenAI for Manufacturing Enterprise – Thirs eye advisory
3:40 PM – 4:10 PM Panel Discussion: Microsoft + TechM + Customer
4:10 PM – 4:30 PM Presenting Industry Use Cases and Client Feedback: Tech Mahindra
4:30 PM – 4:40 PM Closing remarks
4:40 PM – 6:30 PM Social Hour with Tech Mahindra & Microsoft

 

 

 

Shailesh Katti

VP & Head of Business Development, Americas Tech Mahindra

Dan Milkovic

Expert Advisor, Manufacturing Technology, Third Eye Advisory

Overview

AI is transforming the insurance industry and we have barely scratched the surface of what is possible. Through improved risk assessment, personalized policies, fraud detection, predictive analytics, automated processes, risk management, and efficient data handling AI is enabling advancements in the industry. Innovation and technology have the potential to revolutionize various aspects of the insurance sector, from customer interactions to risk assessment, underwriting, and fraud detection.

The insurance industry is at a crossroad, and the decisions made in this pivotal moment will profoundly shape its future landscape. Innovation and technology have the potential to revolutionize various aspects of the insurance sector, from customer interactions to risk assessment, underwriting, and fraud detection.

Infosys in collaboration with AWS, is hosting an exclusive networking event as a part of “Being AI-First Conversations series”. The event scheduled on 26th June, 2024 at the Infosys Hartford Hub, is themed around Reimagine Insurance with AI-First. The discussion delves into the potential of AI to unlock efficiency, build connected ecosystems and accelerate growth in Insurance.

We will showcase Infosys Topaz at the event. Infosys Topaz combines the power of AI with enterprise operations to revolutionize business processes and drive customer experience. We will also showcase key Infosys and AWS offerings during a walkthrough planned. This will be followed by a VIP Reception.

Agenda:

Time (in ET) Session
15:30 – 16:15 Registration & Networking
16:15 – 16:30 Welcome Note

Kannan Amaresh, Senior Vice President & Global Head – Insurance, Infosys

16:30 – 17:05 Panel: Practitioners’ Perspective – Leverage Data for AI-First in Insurance

Arav Narasimhamurthy, Chief Technologist – Data and AI – FSI and Healthcare, Infosys

Vijay Prasanna, Principal Solutions Architect, AWS

Paul Tyler, Chief Marketing Officer, Nassau Financial Group
17:05 – 17:40 Panel : Empathy in the World of AI

Deb Dey, Portfolio Head – Insurance, Infosys

Rajat Kalia, Chief Technology officer, Voya

Vishal Narayan, Associate Professor, Academic Co-Director, UCONN (University of Connecticut)
17:40 – 17:45 Closing Comments
17:45 – 18:15 Walkthrough of the Infosys and AWS Innovation Showcases
18:15 onwards Proceed to Goodwin Hotel for VIP Reception & Dinner

 

Kannan Amaresh

Senior Vice President & Global Head - Insurance, Infosys

Arav Narasimhamurthy

Chief Architect, Infosys

Vijay Prasanna

Principal Solutions Architect, AWS

Deb Dey

Portfolio Head - Insurance, Infosys

Paul Tyler

Chief Marketing Officer, Nassau Financial Group

Rajat Kalia

Chief Technology officer, Voya

An Exclusive CXO Conclave
In the heart of Munich, a select gathering of industry pioneers will deliberate, discuss and define how technology is going to change the face of our modern enterprise. Rise of AI and cloud is all pervasive and leading enterprise firms be it Auto, Aero, Industrial, ISV or MedTech are all geared up to embrace digital platforms with smart engineering requirements to increase customer
experience and productivity at every stage in their industry value chain. TechM, in strategic partnership with Azure, invites you to this exclusive CXO roundtable conference scheduled for May 27th, 2024. This event will be a closed room conversation where we get to exchange our point of view on what we are seeing in the industry and will get insights into the transformation strategy that diverse industries are paving with the help of digital technologies.

Why Attend?
The event is tailored for key decision makers who will get to meet senior leadership from Tech Mahindra who are solving key customer challenges for leading enterprises of the region and the world. This roundtable offers a unique convergence of minds, fostering in-depth discussions, strategic partnerships, and actionable insights.

Event Highlights
Visionary Leadership: Engage with forward-thinking executives from TechM, Azure, and leading enterprises, sharing groundbreaking strategies and success stories in digital transformation within mobility. Curated Case studies: Participate in focused discussions on key topics
such as sustainable mobility solutions, the impact of AI and IoT on transportation, and the future of autonomous vehicles. Strategic Networking: Connect with fellow industry leaders in a
conducive environment for forging strategic relationships, sharing challenges, and identifying collaborative solutions. Innovation Showcase: A close look at how Azure and TechM are driving
innovation in the mobility space with advanced cloud solutions, AI, and IoT technologies with evolving use cases.

Time (Europe Time) Sessions
16:15 – 17:00 Arrivals & Welcome: Mingle with fellow attendees and grab refreshments as you prepare for an insightful afternoon.
17:00 – 17:15 Keynote from Microsoft Leadership: Discover the latest innovations from Microsoft that are set to shape the future of the tech industry.
17:15 – 17:30 Engineering Service Overview – Explore Tech Mahindra’s collaboration with Microsoft in digital engineering, highlighting their combined efforts in advancing technology.
17:30 – 18:00 Session from Industry Expert: Unleashing the Power of Advanced Cybersecurity: Delve into the latest advancements in cybersecurity strategies from a product engineering perspective.
18:00 – 18:40 Panel Discussion:  Gen AI in Digital Engineering: Discover how Generative AI is transforming digital engineering, focusing on product design, product lifecycle, digital products, and sustenance.
18:40 – 19:00 Building a Sustainable Future: Explore the role of Product Engineering in sustainable design, manufacturing, and product lifecycle. Discuss factory sustainability and gamification in sustainability practices.
19:00 onwards Networking Dinner

 

Narasimham Rv

President and Global Head – Integrated Engineering Services

Dhiman Basu Ray

Global Chief Technology Officer – Digital Engineering

Dr. Andreas Braun

Managing Director and Partner, BCG

   

Dr.-Ing. Hans-Joachim Hof

Vice President of Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt

Overview

In the current digital landscape, the shift towards a data-centric operational model is critical for companies looking to excel. Yet, embarking on this journey presents numerous obstacles, from the need for culture shifts to the challenges arising from adoption of complex technologies. We welcome you to a dynamic conversation on how to overcome these obstacles, delving into effective strategies and insights to truly become a data-driven enterprise.

We will talk about the essence of a data-driven organization, drawing on real-world examples of those who have successfully charted this course and excelled using cutting-edge technologies to foster a data-first culture, and have instituted robust data governance and security protocols.

This roundtable intends to provide the essential knowledge and tools to dismantle the roadblocks to data-driven proficiency.

Key Highlights:

  • Deep Dive into Data-Driven Transformation
  • Overcoming Technological and Cultural Barriers
  • Actionable Strategies for Data Governance and Security
  • Fostering Data Literacy Across the Organization
  • Leadership’s Role in Spearheading Data Initiatives

Speakers:

  • Lee Harris – Head of IT Technology, Yorkshire Waters
  • Tina Diamond – Azure Solution Sector Director, Microsoft
  • Aakash Shirodkar – Head of Data & AI (APAC), Hexaware Technologies

Overview

AI is transforming the insurance industry and we have barely scratched the surface of what is possible. Through improved risk assessment, personalized policies, fraud detection, predictive analytics, automated processes, risk management, and efficient data handling AI is enabling advancements in the industry. Innovation and technology have the potential to revolutionize various aspects of the insurance sector, from customer interactions to risk assessment, underwriting, and fraud detection.

The insurance industry is at a crossroad, and the decisions made in this pivotal moment will profoundly shape its future landscape. Innovation and technology have the potential to revolutionize various aspects of the insurance sector, from customer interactions to risk assessment, underwriting, and fraud detection.

Infosys is hosting an exclusive networking event as a part of “Being AI First Conversations series”. The event scheduled on May 9th, 2024, in Hartford is themed around Reimagine Insurance with AI-First to enhance Speed, Accuracy, Trust. The discussion delves into the potential of AI to unlock efficiency, build connected ecosystems, and accelerate growth in Insurance.

We will also showcase the recently launched offering, Topaz, at the event. Infosys Topaz combines the power of AI with enterprise operations to revolutionize business processes and drive customer experience. This will be followed by an insightful panel discussion and VIP reception.

Speaker: Kannan Amaresh Senior Vice President & Global Head – Insurance, Infosys

Agenda:

17:00    Registration & Welcome Drinks

17:30    Welcome Note – Kannan Amaresh, Senior Vice President & Global Head – Insurance, Infosys

17:45    Practitioners’ Perspective – Being AI First in Insurance, Panel Discussion

18:15    Preparing Data for AI First Business Transformation, Panel Discussion

18:45    Closing Comments

19:00    Dinner

 

Richard Ratliff

Richard Ratliff, Executive Scientist and Fellow, Sabre Labs Richard is an Executive Research Scientist at Sabre Labs(think tank of Sabre).His primary technical expertise includes in the areas of applied AI/ML, operations research, forecasting, optimization modeling and systems integration for airlines, hotels, cruise lines and travel agencies. His research work has led to numerous new products at Sabre as well as holdings roles as a Fellow at both Sabre and AGIFORS (Airline Group of the International Federation of Operational Research).

 Farooq Huda

 Farooq Huda, Senior VP, Technology, Worldwide Express Technology leader with proven track record of taking on challenging Enterprise products and demonstrating success by turning them around. His background and experience provides breadth and depth into various functional areas including Product Development/Management, Architecture and Operations.

Anupam Govil

Anupam Govil, Managing Partner, Avasant Anupam is a recognized thought leader, business executive and consultant in the areas of Business strategy, Digital Transformation, Technology Sourcing and M&A. At Avasant, Anupam leads the Digital Transformation and Global Strategy practice as well as Strategic Partnerships and Marketing. He has over 25 years of consulting experience with Global 2000, technology and PE firms, advising on strategic sourcing, tech investments, global expansion and M&A.

Wayne Butterfield

Wayne Butterfield, Global Lead, AI & Automation, ISG With 15 plus years of experience he has been at the forefront of AI and Intelligent Automation, pioneering solutions, taking calculated risks, and guiding businesses through digital transformation. His areas of expertise encompass Robotic & Intelligent Automation, Digital Customer Service, Business Transformation, and the multifaceted impacts of Generative AI. He is a recognized voice in industry events across the UK, Europe, and the USA.  

Anthony Karakkal,

Anthony Karakkal, Chief Business Officer- Travel, Transport & Hospitality , LTIMindtree Leader with 27 years of Strategy, Marketing, Sales, Business Development and Operations experience. Strong expertise in developing enduring client relationships and strategic partnerships, building high performance teams and creating innovative solutions.  

Dr. Manish Govil

Dr. Manish Govil, Global Segment Leader, Supply Chain , Amazon Web Services (AWS) Dynamic, results-oriented executive with proven track record of hyper scaling global growth. Extensive experience in digital technologies of cloud, supply chain, AI, analytics, and enterprise solutions. Demonstrated success in managing entire spectrum of technology business life-cycle spanning business development, channel development, sales, marketing, consulting and product management

Deepak Khosla

Head, Enterprise Gen AI, LTIMindtree

Alonzo Howell

Alonzo Howell, AVP, LTIMindtree An industry veteran with close to 30 years’ experience in a wide variety of leadership roles with leading Travel and Transportation/Logistics companies, followed by extensive consulting in the same industries. Has led the delivery of a broad range of large-scale enterprise initiatives, business process innovations and end-to-end data and analytic ecosystems.

Palak Shah

Palak Shah, Senior Director- Enterprise Gen AI Practice, LTIMindtree Palak is a Gen AI enthusiast with 16 years of IT experience including 6 years of AWS cloud experience. During her tenure Palak has explored many areas including databases, Analytics and GenAI. She is always open to learning new things and is passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems.

Kannan Amaresh

Senior Vice President & Global Head - Insurance, Infosys