Getting to Value Beyond Productivity in an AI-Enabled Enterprise
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Author: , Mark Johnson In the agentic era we’ve now entered, you don’t win by just being faster – you win by being built differently. This in-person panel discussion surfaced “in-the-trenches” insights on the hard truths of delivering AI at scale.
Most AI conversations focus on productivity, but the real disruption lies in organizational architecture. As we move from static models to autonomous agents, the way companies create, deliver, and capture value is being rewritten. This panel dives into the strategic requirements for an AI-enabled business: leadership alignment, governance, data readiness, data quality, semantic/contextual layers, and adoption discipline.
Our panelists will discuss the business implications emerging in today’s agentic era and the hard truths of delivering value from AI at scale.
Speakers
Sandy Steiger - Director of Data & Development at Lithko Contracting
Sandy Steiger has built a distinguished career spanning leadership roles at 84.51° and dunnhumbyUSA, as well as academic contributions as the Director of Miami University’s Center for Analytics and Data Science. Sandy is currently leading data and AI initiatives at Lithko Contracting, one of the country’s largest concrete contractors.
Tejas Shinge - Former VP of Data & Analytics Enablement at Comerica Bank
Tejas Shinge is a seasoned data and product strategy leader focused on turning complex data into actionable insights. He has a proven track record of driving profitable growth and guiding executive decisions through advanced analytics and machine learning. He is also a Data Science and AI Course Facilitator at Cornell University, bringing real-world insights to learners and fostering the next generation of data scientists.
Todd James - Founder and CEO of Aurora Insights
Todd James is the Founder and CEO of Aurora Insights, where he advises boards and executive teams on AI strategy, governance, and value creation. He previously held senior data, analytics, and technology leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies, including 84.51°, Kroger, and Fidelity Investments.
Nan Jayaram - CEO of CoStrategix
As the founder and CEO of CoStrategix, Nan Jayaram is a visionary leader in digital and data transformation who helps organizations leverage AI and advanced analytics to unlock new revenue streams and operational efficiencies. Nan defines his mission as tapping into collective curiosities to create new possibilities for our customers, communities, and each other.
MODERATOR: Mark Johnson - Chief Growth Officer of CoStrategix
Mark Johnson‘s career spans an impressive array of technical, management, and executive leadership roles. He is also a Senior Fellow at the CDOIQ Symposium and a co-founder of the CDO Magazine Editorial Board.
