Achieving success with generative AI requires a modern data strategy focused on aligning mindset, people/process, and technology. Customers will learn key elements of an effective data strategy, including a customer-centric mindset, empowered teams, and a scalable data architecture enabled by cloud services like AWS Bedrock and other AWS generative AI offerings to fuel secure and governed generative AI applications. By building these foundational capabilities, organizations can harness the power of generative AI to create business value.
Executive Event
Journey to Generative AI
Visionaries
Balaji Srinivasan
Automotive Sector Head, Americas
DXC Technology
Yuriy Shvalik
Luxoft Automotive Solutions Americas
DXC Technology
Scott Bendle
CIO
Rigaku
Hans Vargas-Silva
Data Protection Lead- Cybersecurity Governance
Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Kirk Gutmann
SVP Technology & Innovation
Siemens
Prathamesh Nimkar
Senior Data Cloud Architect
Snowflake
About Me
Prathamesh comes with over a decade of experience in the data engineering and analytics space. He now works as a Senior Data Cloud Architect supporting partners on all things Snowflake. He also designs enterprise architecture for customers, builds automotive & manufacturing solutions and applications, and contributes to thought leadership in the data space.
Greg Sloyer
Industry Principal, Manufacturing
Snowflake
Jordan Tauriainen
AWS Automotive Partner Strategy Lead
AWS
About Me
Jordan Tauriainen is the Head of Digital Customer Experience and Connected Mobility Partner Strategy for AWS’ Automotive & Manufacturing Team. He is responsible for identifying and strategically partnering with leading companies to solve customer problems, create new industry solutions, and accelerate cloud-based digital transformation. He has over a decade of experience in sales and marketing, aftermarket and service, and data and analytics workstreams. Jordan holds a Bachelor and Master of Business Administration and has multiple cloud certifications from both AWS and Microsoft Azure.
Pradyut Bafna
Americas Leader - GenAI and Machine Learning ISV Partners
AWS
Pete McEvoy
Head of Data and AI for the Americas
DXC Technology
About Me
Pete McEvoy has 30 years of experience as a technology executive for manufacturing, financial services, and professional services organizations. He has been a top technologist at the world’s largest hedge fund and services organization. Pete leads DXCs data and AI practice for the Americas.
Balaji Srinivasan
Automotive Sector Head, Americas
DXC Technology
Yuriy Shvalik
Luxoft Automotive Solutions Americas
DXC Technology
Scott Bendle
CIO
Rigaku
Hans Vargas-Silva
Data Protection Lead- Cybersecurity Governance
Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Kirk Gutmann
SVP Technology & Innovation
Siemens
Greg Sloyer
Industry Principal, Manufacturing
Snowflake
Pradyut Bafna
Americas Leader - GenAI and Machine Learning ISV Partners
AWS
EVENT DETAILS
October 16, 2024
Agenda
8:30 AM-9:20 AM
Welcome & Registration
9:20 AM-9:30 AM
Opening Remarks
9:30 AM-9:50 AM
Generative AI Adoption Trends and Key Use Cases
Panelists
Speaker
Pradyut Bafna
Americas Leader - GenAI and Machine Learning ISV Partners
AWS
9:55 AM-10:35 AM
Innovation Showcase
Panelists
Speaker
Yuriy Shvalik
Luxoft Automotive Solutions Americas
DXC Technology
Speaker
Prathamesh Nimkar
Senior Data Cloud Architect
Snowflake
Prathamesh comes with over a decade of experience in the data engineering and analytics space. He now works as a Senior Data Cloud Architect supporting partners on all things Snowflake. He also designs enterprise architecture for customers, builds automotive & manufacturing solutions and applications, and contributes to thought leadership in the data space.
10:35 AM-10:55 AM
Networking Break
10:55 AM-11:50 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
Pradyut Bafna
Americas Leader - GenAI and Machine Learning ISV Partners
AWS
Speaker
Jordan Tauriainen
AWS Automotive Partner Strategy Lead
AWS
Jordan Tauriainen is the Head of Digital Customer Experience and Connected Mobility Partner Strategy for AWS’ Automotive & Manufacturing Team. He is responsible for identifying and strategically partnering with leading companies to solve customer problems, create new industry solutions, and accelerate cloud-based digital transformation. He has over a decade of experience in sales and marketing, aftermarket and service, and data and analytics workstreams. Jordan holds a Bachelor and Master of Business Administration and has multiple cloud certifications from both AWS and Microsoft Azure.
Speaker
Greg Sloyer
Industry Principal, Manufacturing
Snowflake
Speaker
Pete McEvoy
Head of Data and AI for the Americas
DXC Technology
Pete McEvoy has 30 years of experience as a technology executive for manufacturing, financial services, and professional services organizations. He has been a top technologist at the world’s largest hedge fund and services organization. Pete leads DXCs data and AI practice for the Americas.
11:50 AM-1:00 PM
Executive Roundtable Lunch
1:00 PM-1:30 PM
Closing Remarks & Networking
Together With
