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2nd Emerging Tech Summit
West Coast 2025

AI in Practice

November 11th, 2025 • 8:30 AM – 05:00 PM PT
in San Francisco

November 11th, 2025
8:30 AM – 05:00 PM PT
in San Francisco

Recent surveys have shown an increase in AI adoption with the majority of organizations integrating AI in at least one business function. The market is projected to experience significant growth, with estimates suggesting an annual growth rate exceeding 30% and a staggering value of USD 731.8 billion by 2032.
This summit offers a deep dive into the risks,  impact and opportunities associated with emerging AI technologies and its practical, real-world applications.
After a resounding success of the Summit in 2024, Emerging Tech Summit is returning to San Francisco on November 11th, 2025.
Join 100+ leaders as we discuss the implications of AI growth and how businesses can stay ahead of the curve in unleashing the maximum potential of AI.

KEY THEMES

KEY BENEFITS

Participation in the Summit is by invitation only, so you are guaranteed to meet decision-makers and Tech Leaders like yourself.

Hear from our expert speakers and thought leaders from within the West Coast, bringing with them real-world case studies and practical knowledge.

Our unique format allows every attendee to get immersed in conversations and guarantees high-level interaction throughout the day.

Meet our Technology Partners of your choice, either in a 1-1 or group setting to learn how they are driving AI adoption.

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Agenda

08:30 – 10:00

Registration & Breakfast Networking

10:00 – 10:15

Welcome and BuyerForesight™ Introduction

10:15 – 10:30

Icebreaker – Live Poll

10:30 – 10:50

Keynote Address
Scaling Up AI for Long-Term Value Generation

It is a transitional phase for AI as organizations start to think beyond experimentation to large-scale applications in achieving business value across the organization. 

This session covers 2 key questions at the top of leaders’ minds:

  • How can organizations effectively and sustainably transition AI initiatives from successful pilots to full-scale enterprise deployments across multiple departments?
  • What are the key principles and best practices for developing a flexible and adaptable AI infrastructure?

10:50 – 11:20

Emerging Tech Partners Spotlight

In this introduction, we highlight our solution partners who are driving tech transformation across industries. These strategic collaborators offer expertise in consulting, IT strategy, and innovative technology platforms, collectively assisting companies in formulating, implementing, and reviewing strategies aligned with corporate objectives and compliance requirements.

11:20 – 12:00

Fireside Chat
The Bottom Line: Measuring the ROI of AI Initiatives

AI has the potential to revolutionize businesses and operations across industries. However, to justify significant investments and get buy-in, business leaders are under pressure to present measurable business outcomes. From qualitative to quantitative methods and the overlapping of AI with other tech, it’s becoming more complex to get clear metrics. This session will discuss the intricacies of measuring the impact of ROI and potential ways to navigate them.  

12:00 – 13:30

Lunch Break &  Scheduled 1:1 Meetings

13:30 – 14:10

Panel Discussion

Hear from our panel of thought leaders and industry practitioners on key conversations shaping the future of enterprise AI. Select two panel discussions to attend and have your questions ready for interactive Q&A. 

TRACK 1

Enhancing Resilience & Productivity through Predictive Modeling 

Across public and private sectors, predictive modeling is gaining a lot of attention as it demonstrates immense capabilities for enhancing resilience and productivity. 

  • Leveraging AI to foresee potential disruptions (operational, financial, reputational) and opportunities for resource allocation 
  • How can leaders integrate predictive insights into decision-making processes to maximize productivity gains and minimize losses?

TRACK 2

Reshaping Workflows: AI Adoption and The Future of Talent

Many organizations are redesigning workflows to capture the most value out of  AI. At the center of this, lies critical decisions relating to the workforce. 

  • What successes have organizations seen in building hybrid models of adoption?
  • To what extent should decentralization occur to empower workforce innovation with AI?
  • Hiring vs Retraining for AI-Related Roles

14:10 – 14:50

Panel Discussion

TRACK 1

Beyond a Governance Framework: Regulating Transparent and Responsible AI

While governance frameworks are a crucial step towards ensuring the ethical and responsible use of AI, they often lack the teeth to have meaningful real-world impact.

  • Practical strategies for maturing your Governance, Risk, and Compliance practices without wasting unnecessary time and money 
  • What are the parameters in balancing speed vs ethics?
  • When is transparency and accountability non-negotiable?

TRACK 2

Transforming Data into Actionable and Accessible Intelligence

This session explores how advancements such as edge AI and generative models, are revolutionizing the way businesses leverage data to gain a competitive advantage. 

  • Monetizing the data lifecycle, from initial data collection to the delivery of real-time insights for decision making 
  • Communicating data insights effectively through visualization and storytelling
  • Aligning data products with consumer needs and business goals, & prioritizing them based on their potential impact and feasibility

14:50 – 15:20

Networking Break & Scheduled 1-1 Meetings

15:20 – 16:40

Focused Roundtable Discussions

During this session, attendees will be split into groups of 12- 15 and our expert hosts will facilitate interactive discussions around the topics below. Delegates will get the opportunity to select two topics and will rotate between their choices after 40 minutes. Roundtable discussions offer a relaxed environment to exchange insights, and challenges.

Bridging the Gap: Overcoming Legacy IT Challenges and Driving Modernization within Budget Constraints

Unicorns, Rainbows, and Data Privacy: How to Innovate, Safeguard, and Still Have Customers Who Love You

Insights on the Most Successful Use Cases of GenAI in 2025

Decoding AI Dangers: From Hallucinations to IP Nightmares – and How to Build Your AI Safety Net

16:40 – 17:00

Closing Summary: Key Take-Aways by Roundtable Hosts 

17:00 – 18:30

Networking Cocktails and Canapes Reception

Who Will You Meet

The summit is designed for Chiefs, Heads, and Directors/VPs of the following functions

Past Event Highlights

REGISTRATION

Participation in the Summit is by invitation only and limited to up to 150 attendees to ensure an optimal and exclusive experience for our attendees. All registrations will be reviewed and are subject to approval.

Standard Pass

USD 1099  USD 899

  • Access to All Sessions and Networking Receptions.
  • Save USD200 by registering before 30th June 2025

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