From Hype to Human Impact: Lessons on Readiness for AI Transformation
11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Florin Rotar, Chief AI Officer at Avanade, shares insights on his experience spearheading a global organization’s strategic AI transformation. The real value does not lie in AI technology. It begins with what truly matters, people.
The keynote includes Florin’s candid reflections on what he would advise his younger self from 2-3 years ago; and how these insights would help those beginning or expanding their AI efforts. Attendees can expect three key takeaways:
- Top 10 lessons on AI readiness, adoption, and value generation.
- Shifts and insights from 4,100 decision-makers regarding hopes and ambitions for AI value in 2025.
- What priorities to get right and common mistakes to avoid.
Gord Mawhinney and Florin Rotar, of Avanade, join our Faculty to launch the AI Hackathon for 2025.