Transforming The Digital Enterprise Starts Here

A Millennium Alliance team member will be available at our registration desk right outside of the session rooms to assist executives with checking in and to answer any questions that may come up throughout the duration of the Assembly.

Our executive education roundtables are 1-hour conversations moderated by an industry thought leader. During these open discussions, our attendees have the opportunity to chat about the most relevant and current topics in the industry and share their thoughts with their peers.

Key Discussion Points:

• What the future of data & tech looks like through the lens of AI & ML, including new developments such as advances in natural language processing, image recognition, and deep learning
• Defining the impact of data on business and society, both now and in the future
• Top challenges and opportunities of collecting, analyzing, and leveraging data to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and solve social challenges
• Emerging technologies and trends that are likely to shape the future of data and technology – blockchain, quantum computing, the Internet of Things (IoT) – and how these technologies could be integrated with AI and machine learning to create new possibilities and applications

Key Discussion Points:

• Biggest risks associated with using third-party AI systems, including issues related to data privacy, security, bias, and ethics
• Real-world examples of AI system failures and their impact on organizations and society
• Best practices for conducting due diligence on third-party AI systems & how to evaluate the potential risks & benefits
• How to communicate the results of due diligence to stakeholders and ensure that due diligence processes are integrated into the organization’s wider risk management framework

Key Discussion Points:

• How technical debt wastes energy & undercuts ESG initiatives – and why that’s a problem
• How to make technical debt reduction a part of your data center sustainability strategy
• Actionable steps toward improved data center sustainability
• Why sustainability starts with cutting technical debt

Key Discussion Points:

• Demonstrating how Generative AI can give your company a competitive edge by driving innovation, streamlining processes, and fostering creativity
• Generative AI’s potential for improved operational efficiency through automation, predictive insights, and optimized resource allocation
• How Generative AI can enhance customer experiences through personalization, customized recommendations, and immersive interactions, leading to increased satisfaction and loyalty

Key Discussion Points:

• Top benefits of offering training and education programs, both in-person and online, and how these programs can help employees stay engaged, improve their skills, and advance their careers
• The impact of perks and benefits, such as flexible schedules and meeting-free days, on employee satisfaction and engagement and building a positive work culture
• Important benefits of open & transparent communication between management & team members & strategies for promoting clear and effective communication

Key Discussion Points:

• Why multicloud applications and workloads can be challenging to design and operate due to the complexity of working with a heterogeneous mix of proprietary platforms, services, and interfaces
• What you need to know about metacloud (also known as supercloud and sky computing), the concept of putting a compatibility layer on top of multiple clouds
• How enterprises can reduce their security exposure, enhance user privacy, lower costs, and do more with less by eliminating unnecessary cloud services

Key Discussion Points:

• How technologies such as augmented and virtual reality are transforming the metaverse from specialized tech to enterprise tool & potentially paving the way for new business models
• Why & how you should look to immersive digital experiences to preserve, protect, and optimize existing business models
• How the simultaneous advance of computing, connectivity, and context (location-based data and more) will create an array of exciting possibilities for the metaverse and immersive technologies over the next 10 years

Key Discussion Points:

• Up-and-coming applications of ChatGPT & generative AI, such as creating chatbots, generating text, images, videos, and even music – and how this is evolving daily
• The potential impact of these technologies on privacy and security and the importance of responsible development and deployment of these technologies to ensure their ethical use
• What the AI boom means for job displacement, including the importance of upskilling and reskilling workers to prepare them for the future of work

A casual opportunity for executives to network with their peers with the opportunity to enjoy beer, wine, signature drinks, and light appetizers.

A formal sit down event that includes a three-course dinner, followed by an address from our Keynote Speaker.

A buffet-style breakfast where executives can enjoy the most important meal of the day, followed by a Keynote Panel.

Key Discussion Points:

• Challenges of sustaining leadership & motivation as a top executive when there are no external pressures pushing you
• How to redefine success beyond traditional metrics such as revenue growth and market share
• Unpacking different techniques that can help leaders stay energized & engaged, including mindfulness practices, peer mentoring, & continuous learning
• Strategies for identifying and mentoring emerging talent, building a culture of innovation and collaboration, and leveraging your expertise to contribute to the wider data & tech communities

Our roundtables are 1-hour conversations led by a fellow executive or one of our C-Level technology partners. During these open discussions, our attendees have the opportunity to chat about the most relevant and current topics in the industry and share their thoughts with their peers.

Key Discussion Points:

• How blockchain and Web3 could power “trustless” systems that decentralize data to rebuild trust in an environment of ever-increasing mistrust
• New & growing opportunities for organizations to cement their credibility with their key stakeholders by helping reinvent a more decentralized and transparent internet
• Actionable steps to integrate Web3, blockchain, AI, and more into your digital transformation strategies

Key Discussion Points:

• How to utilize digital ecosystems to create value through connected business networks
• Unpacking the rise of platform businesses and their impact on traditional business models
• Best practices for implementing immersive technologies in your customer engagement strategies

Key Discussion Points:

• Decision optimization and its relevance to data and tech executives, including how optimization strategies can improve decision-making processes and drive business outcomes
• Key stakeholders involved, the technical infrastructure required, and the data sources needed to drive optimization
• Top optimization techniques, such as linear programming, nonlinear programming, and stochastic optimization
• The role of machine learning and AI in decision optimization and how to balance the benefits of automation with the need for human oversight

Our roundtables are 1-hour conversations led by a fellow executive or one of our C-Level technology partners. During these open discussions, our attendees have the opportunity to chat about the most relevant and current topics in the industry and share their thoughts with their peers.

A buffet-style lunch where executives can recharge and prepare for the second half of the day.

Key Discussion Points:

• The benefits of predictive analytics for businesses & best methods for implementing a predictive analytics strategy
• Top trends in data and predictive analytics and their potential impact on businesses
• How to ensure ethical use of data and predictive analytics in your organization

Key Discussion Points:

• The core principles of zero trust security and how they apply to architecture design
• Best practices for implementing identity and access management in a zero trust environment
• Challenges faced by companies during the implementation process and how they overcame them

Key Discussion Points:

• How real-time data can help companies stay competitive and increase profits
• Top applications for real-time data in IT and how to implement them
• Unpacking the latest trends and emerging technologies in real-time data analytics

Key Discussion Points:

• The differences between edge and cloud computing infrastructure & how to determine which is best suited for your organization’s needs
• Proven strategies for optimizing application performance with edge computing
• Trends & emerging technologies in edge computing and their potential impact on businesses

Each year, we recognize the most exceptional C-Level executives who have made their mark as a visionary in their industry and continue to innovate for the future. We close out Day 2 of the Assembly by announcing the winner and honoring all of the incredible nominees.