Generative AI is generic and commodity unless you can integrate data about your business and customers, and that requires a modern data strategy. While technology is a critical component, learn what else comprises a modern data strategy and hear best practices for getting started on your journey today.
Executive Event
Journey to Generative AI
Visionaries
Darlene Volas
VP, Global Field Engineering
DataStax
About Me
Darlene Volas is a senior executive in solutions engineering with over 25 years of experience in cloud technologies. Currently, she serves as VP of Global Field Engineering at DataStax. Her career includes leadership roles at Confluent, Twilio, Contentful, and Informatica, where she drove significant growth and forged strong technology partnerships.
Darlene holds a BS in Computer Science and an MBA with a focus on Marketing and Product Innovation from North Carolina State University. Her technical expertise spans generative AI, vector databases, data streaming, web services/APIs, communications, and cloud technologies.
Dr Ryan Ries
Chief Data Science Strategist
Mission Cloud
About Me
Dr. Ryan Ries is the Chief AI & Data Scientist at Mission Cloud. Ryan holds over 15 years of leadership experience in data and engineering, and over 20 years of experience working with AI. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge data solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense and Fortune 500 companies. At Mission Cloud, Ryan has spent the last 5+ years helping customers build out their data infrastructure and AI applications on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Josh Orenstein
Cto
LA 6721
About Me
With close to 25 years in advertising, broadcast media, live event production, experiential, news, and film/television from pre- to postproduction, Josh also works as a CTO, Director of Technology as well as Operations Manager. Josh implements innovative and creative solutions resulting in a track record that shows increased productivity and cost reduction. He works in system design and integration, design and installation of large technological infrastructures, and data distribution systems (internet: wired and wireless) for private and commercial construction. He has extensive experience customizing information and technology for diverse client needs, encoding systems, digital asset management, and collaborative software. He demonstrates skills as a maintenance technician, transmission specialist, video hardware engineer, and as project manager/coordinator/supervisor.
Brad Tyler
VP, Enterprise Applications
Panavision
Amit Singh
WW Head of GTM & Use Cases, Generative AI & ML Partnerships
Amazon
Rohit Gupta
Americas Data Partner Leader
Amazon
Naya Wenger
VP Applied Data & Insights
Fox Corporation
Ali Sabbah
Head of IT
Gaumont
Pradeep Mariappan
Head of Data
PlayVS
Amanda Solomon
Former VP, Digital Growth & Creator
Playboy
Michael Pobiega
Director, Live Action Production
Moonbug Entertainment
Isabel Laurent
Lead AI Market Manager
Amazon Music
Brad Tyler
VP, Enterprise Applications
Panavision
Amit Singh
WW Head of GTM & Use Cases, Generative AI & ML Partnerships
Amazon
Rohit Gupta
Americas Data Partner Leader
Amazon
Naya Wenger
VP Applied Data & Insights
Fox Corporation
Ali Sabbah
Head of IT
Gaumont
Pradeep Mariappan
Head of Data
PlayVS
Amanda Solomon
Former VP, Digital Growth & Creator
Playboy
Michael Pobiega
Director, Live Action Production
Moonbug Entertainment
Isabel Laurent
Lead AI Market Manager
Amazon Music
EVENT DETAILS
July 31, 2024
Agenda
8:30 AM-9:00 AM
Welcome & Registration
9:00 AM-9:10 AM
Opening Remarks
9:10 AM-9:30 AM
Generative AI Adoption Trends and Key Use Cases in Media & Entertainment
Panelists
Speaker
Amit Singh
WW Head of GTM & Use Cases, Generative AI & ML Partnerships
Amazon
9:30 AM-9:50 AM
Data as your Differentiator
Panelists
Speaker
Rohit Gupta
Americas Data Partner Leader
Amazon
9:50 AM-10:05 AM
Networking Break
10:05 AM-10:35 AM
Innovation Showcase
Panelists
Speaker
Darlene Volas
VP, Global Field Engineering
DataStax
Darlene Volas is a senior executive in solutions engineering with over 25 years of experience in cloud technologies. Currently, she serves as VP of Global Field Engineering at DataStax. Her career includes leadership roles at Confluent, Twilio, Contentful, and Informatica, where she drove significant growth and forged strong technology partnerships.
Darlene holds a BS in Computer Science and an MBA with a focus on Marketing and Product Innovation from North Carolina State University. Her technical expertise spans generative AI, vector databases, data streaming, web services/APIs, communications, and cloud technologies.
Speaker
Dr Ryan Ries
Chief Data Science Strategist
Mission Cloud
Dr. Ryan Ries is the Chief AI & Data Scientist at Mission Cloud. Ryan holds over 15 years of leadership experience in data and engineering, and over 20 years of experience working with AI. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge data solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense and Fortune 500 companies. At Mission Cloud, Ryan has spent the last 5+ years helping customers build out their data infrastructure and AI applications on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
10:35 AM-11:20 AM
Navigating the Generative AI Landscape
Let's explore the transformative potential of Generative AI, guided by insights from cloud experts and industry leaders. We'll delve into real-world examples of AI innovations, strategies for C-level executives to integrate AI successfully, and best practices for enhancing customer experiences and driving business growth. Our discussion will also cover the most anticipated advancements in Generative AI over the next 12-24 months and their potential impact on businesses. Additionally, we'll address the ethical and regulatory considerations surrounding AI use, and examine the build vs. buy decisions executives face when choosing AI solutions.
Panelists
Chair
Rohit Gupta
Americas Data Partner Leader
Amazon
Speaker
Amit Singh
WW Head of GTM & Use Cases, Generative AI & ML Partnerships
Amazon
Speaker
Darlene Volas
VP, Global Field Engineering
DataStax
Darlene Volas is a senior executive in solutions engineering with over 25 years of experience in cloud technologies. Currently, she serves as VP of Global Field Engineering at DataStax. Her career includes leadership roles at Confluent, Twilio, Contentful, and Informatica, where she drove significant growth and forged strong technology partnerships.
Darlene holds a BS in Computer Science and an MBA with a focus on Marketing and Product Innovation from North Carolina State University. Her technical expertise spans generative AI, vector databases, data streaming, web services/APIs, communications, and cloud technologies.
Speaker
Dr Ryan Ries
Chief Data Science Strategist
Mission Cloud
Dr. Ryan Ries is the Chief AI & Data Scientist at Mission Cloud. Ryan holds over 15 years of leadership experience in data and engineering, and over 20 years of experience working with AI. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge data solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense and Fortune 500 companies. At Mission Cloud, Ryan has spent the last 5+ years helping customers build out their data infrastructure and AI applications on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
11:20 AM-11:35 AM
Networking Break
11:35 AM-11:45 AM
Starting Your Generative AI Journey
Panelists
Speaker
Darlene Volas
VP, Global Field Engineering
DataStax
Darlene Volas is a senior executive in solutions engineering with over 25 years of experience in cloud technologies. Currently, she serves as VP of Global Field Engineering at DataStax. Her career includes leadership roles at Confluent, Twilio, Contentful, and Informatica, where she drove significant growth and forged strong technology partnerships.
Darlene holds a BS in Computer Science and an MBA with a focus on Marketing and Product Innovation from North Carolina State University. Her technical expertise spans generative AI, vector databases, data streaming, web services/APIs, communications, and cloud technologies.
Speaker
Dr Ryan Ries
Chief Data Science Strategist
Mission Cloud
Dr. Ryan Ries is the Chief AI & Data Scientist at Mission Cloud. Ryan holds over 15 years of leadership experience in data and engineering, and over 20 years of experience working with AI. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge data solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense and Fortune 500 companies. At Mission Cloud, Ryan has spent the last 5+ years helping customers build out their data infrastructure and AI applications on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
11:45 AM-1:00 PM
Executive Roundtable Lunch
1:00 PM-1:30 PM
Closing Remarks & Networking
Together With
