The 2026 Global CI & OpEx Event Calendar
Your definitive guide to the year’s most impactful Lean, Six Sigma, and Operational Excellence summits worldwide.
The global landscape of Operational Excellence is undergoing a significant shift as organizations integrate agentic AI and human-centric leadership to drive sustainable growth. This directory serves as a centralized hub for transformation leaders and practitioners to discover world-class forums where these breakthroughs happen. From high-level strategic summits to hands-on methodological workshops, we have curated the top-tier events designed to move the needle on business performance across every major industry in 2026.
Overview
The 2026 event schedule offers a diverse range of opportunities for professional development and strategic networking tailored to specific organizational goals. Strategic summits provide a platform for C-suite executives to align enterprise-wide digital roadmaps with operational efficiency, while practitioner-led conferences offer deep dives into Lean and Six Sigma methodologies through immersive site tours and live simulations. Additionally, regional technology hubs across Asia and the Middle East provide localized insights into navigating market regulations while adopting global best practices in automation and process excellence.
January 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Business Transformation, Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement Summit.
- Dates: January 26–28, 2026.
- Location: Hyatt Regency Miami, Florida, US.
- Summary: BTWS 2026 is a premier event designed to unite transformation and AI leaders. For the first time in its 27-year history, the summit will feature five co-located summits focused on activating human-centric transformation for an “Agentic Age”.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Beth Johnson: Director, Head of Credit Card Operations for Consumer Finance, Goldman Sachs.
- Ram Katuri: Senior Principal, Value Creation, Google Cloud, Google.
- Kristin Johnson: Chief Transformation Officer, Edward Jones.
- Patrick Lenihan: Associate Vice President, Business Transformation Office, Eli Lilly.
- David Cuenca: Vice President, Process Transformation – CIO, IBM.
- Ashu Malviya: Vice President, Transformation & Automation Group (TAG), Global Commercial Services, American Express.
Why Attend:
- Value Realization through AI: Learn how to evolve Operational Excellence (OPEX) from a cost-cutting lever into an engine for true value realization and AI enablement.
- Agentic AI Transformation: Gain practical insights into decoding the strategic and cultural shifts required to harness AI as an active partner in innovation.
- Holistic Transformation Muscle: Explore how to build organizational readiness and agility for a generation of enterprise change, not just a single program.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Institutionalizing Lean enterprise and continuous improvement.
- Building end-to-end process ownership in matrix organizations.
- Agentic AI transformation—moving beyond chatbots to business-critical functions.
Target Audience: Chief Transformation Officers, VPs/Directors of Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement leaders, and AI/Digital Transformation professionals.
Registration & Pricing: Standard Price: $3,799 (Gold Pass) or $3,299 (Silver Pass).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official BTWS Website
- Accommodations: Book the Hyatt Regency Miami Group Rate ($309/night).
- Primary Keyword Category: Supply Chain Finance, Trade Digitisation & ESG Finance.
- Dates: January 28–29, 2026.
- Location: Mayer Brown, 201 Bishopsgate (Broadgate Tower), London, UK.
- Summary: The 12th Annual Supply Chain Finance Summit is a critical gathering for finance professionals navigating a transformative era marked by trade disruption and regulatory shifts. Hosted by BCR Publishing in collaboration with Mayer Brown, the summit focuses on the rapid digitisation of the sector, sustainability-linked solutions, and expanding support for SMEs. It serves as a vital platform for collaboration between global banks, fintech innovators, and corporate treasurers.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Arpana Amin: Global Product Head of Supply Chain Finance, HSBC.
- Fabio Balboni: Director, Senior European Economist, HSBC
- Eugenio Cavenaghi: Managing Director, Banco Santander SA
- Gilbert Cordier: Director, Head of Supply Chain Finance, Societe Generale Factoring
- Laura Saavedra Cruz: Head of Centre of Expertise Trade Sales, ING Bank
- Olivier Den Tex: Unit Manager, Supply Chain Finance Marketing, Nexent Bank
- Sean Edwards: Managing Director, Head of Legal – EMEA, Special Adviser – Global Trade Finance Department, SMBC Bank International; Chairman, ITFA
- Thomas Enemark: Co-Head of Trade & Working Capital Solutions, Danske Bank
- Dirk Fehring: Senior Director, Working Capital Solutions, Raiffeisen Bank International AG
- Shirish Garg: Head of Core Trade – EMEA and Global Lead – Export LCs, JP Morgan
- Victoria Claverie: MD, EMEA Head of Trade & Supply Chain Finance, Bank of America.
- Parvaiz Dalal: Global Head Payables Finance, Citi.
- Friedemann Kirchhof: Head of Supply Chain Finance, Siemens Bank.
- Arpan Gupta: Head of Supply Chain Finance, Liberty Global.
- Lucian Lungescu: Global Finance Director, Danone.
- Sean Edwards: Managing Director, Head of Legal – EMEA, SMBC Bank International.
- Alex Dell: Partner, Mayer Brown.
And Others…
Why Attend:
- ESG Integration: Learn how sustainability-linked finance is being integrated into global supply chains to meet net-zero priorities.
- Regulatory Navigation: Gain first-hand insights into upcoming regulatory shifts affecting trade and receivables finance in the EMEA region.
- Fintech & Bank Synergy: Explore the latest tech advancements and how banks are partnering with fintechs to streamline digitisation and SME support.
Key Topics & Themes:
- The Future of Digitisation: Beyond the buzzwords to real-world implementation of digital trade documents.
- Supporting the “Missing Middle”: Innovative SCF models to unlock working capital for SMEs.
Target Audience: Heads of Trade Finance, Corporate Treasurers, Global Supply Chain Directors, Chief Risk Officers, and Fintech Founders.
Registration & Pricing: * Standard Price: Contact BCR Publishing for current ticket availability and corporate group rates. (Note: As of the latest update, online ticket sales may be reaching capacity).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official BCR Publishing Event Page
- Enquire: events@bcrpub.com
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February 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation Summit, Tech Horizon & Enterprise AI Event.
- Dates: February 4, 2026.
- Location: Sofitel Mumbai BKC, Mumbai, India.
- Summary: The 43rd edition of the Digital Transformation Summit India is a global series event focused on “The Next Tech Horizon: From AI to Edge in the Indian Enterprise.” This summit aims to identify critical approaches needed for informed business decisions, improved operational efficiency, and a robust digital culture within India’s $1 trillion internet economy.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Vijayakumar C: Chief Information Security Officer, NSE Clearing Limited.
- Deepak Gupta: Group Chief Technology & AI Officer, Automotive Manufacturers Private Limited.
- Ninad Varadkar: Sr. Vice President & Group CISO, Edelweiss Financial Services Limited.
- Sudeep Agrawal: Chief Information Officer, Reliance Infrastructure.
- Narrottam Sharma: Chief Information Officer, Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd.
- Rajneesh Garg: Chief Information Officer | SVP, Allcargo Worldwide Limited.
- Vishal Bhargava: Chief Information Officer, Piramal Pharma Ltd.
- Navin Nathani: Chief Information Officer, Cohizon Life Sciences
- Chandrashekar Chettiar: Chief Information Security Officer, Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd
- Dr. Bijender Mishra: Sr. General Manager & Chief Information Security Officer, Alkem Laboratories Ltd
- Parminder Kaur: Senior director, Frost & Sullivan
- Ashish P Shrivastava: Chief Technology Officer, Kisna
- Anil Menon: Chief Information Officer, Lulu Group India
- Dharmesh Mahajan: Chief Technology Officer, Essar
Why Attend:
- High-Level Networking: Connect with over 200 C-level executives, directors, and heads of technology representing India’s leading enterprises.
- Market Insights: Deep dive into the Indian digital landscape, where digital transformation spending is projected to reach $85 billion by 2026.
- Actionable ROI: Participate in one-on-one meetings with global technology partners to receive tailored guidance on maximizing ROI and operational excellence.
Key Topics & Themes:
- The AI-First Enterprise: Redefining the IT playbook for 2026 and beyond.
- Generative AI & Intelligent Automation: Transitioning from experimentation to enterprise integration.
- Cybersecurity & Digital Trust: Securing growth in the AI-driven enterprise with zero-trust architectures.
Target Audience: C-level Executives (CIOs, CTOs, CISOs), Directors of IT, Heads of Digital Transformation, and Innovation Leaders.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Contact the organizer (Exito) for delegate and sponsor pricing details.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Digital Transformation Summit India Website
- Enquire: Submit a Delegate or Sponsor Enquiry
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation Summit, Enterprise Tech & AI Innovation Event.
- Dates: February 11, 2026.
- Location: Riyadh Marriott Hotel, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Summary: The 44th Edition of the Enterprise Tech Summit (powered by Digital Transformation Summit) is a strategic gathering designed to accelerate AI, data, and digital trust across the enterprise. Centered in Riyadh, this summit addresses Saudi Arabia’s ambitious $135.2 billion AI GDP contribution goal by 2030, uncovering the key strategies for operational efficiency and a forward-thinking digital culture.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Dr. Nasser Alamri: Director General of Information Technology (CIO), Institute of Public Administration (IPA).
- Dr. Khaled Alqahtani: Executive Director of Data and Statistics, NEOM.
- Thenayan AlThenayan: Executive Vice President Digital, ACWA Power.
- Abdullah Badahdah: Executive Director of Information Technology, Riyadh Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
- Sourav Sinha: Chief Information Officer, Flynas.
- Abdurrahman Arruhaily: Director of Technology Program Management, New Murabba.
- Syed Saud: Senior Director, Digital Transformation, Red Sea Global.
- Abdullah AISalem: IT Director, Soudah Development
- Shanvaz Mohammed: Chief Technology Officer, AJEX
- Hisham Alsayed: Director Of Information Technology, NAFT Services Company (NAFT)
- Adeel Anwar: Director of Information Technology, Jumeirah
Why Attend:
- Unparalleled Access: Meet over 300+ C-Level Executives and technology heads from Saudi “Giga-projects” like NEOM, Red Sea Global, and New Murabba.
- Government Progress: Learn from leaders in a region where 80.96% of government agencies are showing measurable progress in digital transformation.
- The “DT 50”: Witness the unveiling of the definitive list of 50 trailblazers and influencers who have made exceptional contributions to advancing technology in the region.
Key Topics & Themes:
- From Strategy to Stack: The CEO’s AI and Digital Growth Blueprint.
- Unlocking Value: How the C-Suite drives ROI in digital and AI through unified governance.
- From Zero Trust to Quantum Threats: Securing the digital future and building resilient enterprise architectures.
Target Audience: CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, CDOs, Heads of IT Infrastructure, RPA leads, and Digital Procurement Heads across Government, Energy, Aviation, and Finance.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Available upon enquiry. The summit offers tiered packages for delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Enterprise Tech Summit Saudi Arabia Website
- Enquire: Submit a Delegate or Sponsor Enquiry
- Primary Keyword Category: Lean Six Sigma Training & Continuous Improvement Certification.
- Dates: February 5–6 & February 12–13, 2026.
- Location: PwC Campus, Diegem (Brussels), Belgium.
- Summary: This intensive four-day certification program blends Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to help professionals enhance process quality and efficiency. The training is highly practical, allowing participants to bring real-world work problems and receive expert coaching to deliver measurable ROI.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Tom Vermeir: Director, PwC Belgium.
- PwC Expert Consultants: A team of experienced practitioners guiding participants through real-life examples and personal project implementation.
Why Attend:
- High ROI Impact: Green Belt projects typically deliver an average ROI of €200,000, often repaying the training investment with the very first initiative.
- Hands-on Coaching: Unlike standard seminars, this program includes personalized coaching on your own business project to ensure practical application.
- Dual Methodology: Master both Lean (eliminating waste) and Six Sigma (reducing variation) to become a more client-centric and effective leader.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Institutionalizing Lean enterprise and the “Voice of the Customer.”
- Data-driven decision-making to eliminate process variation.
- Real-world DMAIC application across production and administration environments.
Target Audience: Professionals eager to solve operational problems, lead change, and become certified Green Belts to drive future improvement projects.
Registration & Pricing: * Standard Price: €1,750 (excl. VAT).
- Note: Eligible for SME portfolio subsidies via VLAIO.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official PwC Belgium Training Page
- Accommodations: Contact the PwC Campus in Diegem for local partner recommendations.
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation Summit, AI & Business Innovation Event.
- Dates: February 11, 2026.
- Location: Riyadh Marriott Hotel, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Summary: This high-level summit brings together over 300 C-suite executives to explore the digital future of Saudi Arabia’s booming tech sector. The event focuses on the “Human-Machine Collaboration” and “Agentic AI,” addressing how organizations can navigate a $135B AI GDP projection by 2030 through scalable technology leadership and zero-trust security.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Dr. Nasser Alamri: Director General of Information Technology (CIO), Government Entity (KSA).
- Dr. Khaled Alqahtani: Executive Director of Data and Statistics.
- Thenayan AlThenayan: Executive Vice President.
- Abdullah Badahdah: Executive Director of Information Technology.
- Sourav Sinha: Chief Information Officer.
Why Attend:
- C-Suite Networking: Connect with top-tier decision-makers from massive Saudi projects like NEOM and ACWA Power to discuss the region’s digital growth blueprint.
- ROI-Focused Discussions: Gain insights into moving beyond digital theory to real-world value realization and AI ROI, specifically tailored for the C-suite.
- Legacy Modernization: Learn the business case for transitioning from bottlenecked legacy systems to agile, breakthrough digital stacks.
Key Topics & Themes:
- From Zero Trust to Quantum Threats: Securing the Digital Future.
- The CIO’s Agenda: Driving business value through scalable technology leadership.
- Navigating the Next Frontier: AI, data, and digital trust.
Target Audience: CIOs, CTOs, CEOs, Heads of Digital Transformation, and IT Procurement leaders.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Registration is required for confirmation; specific ticket tiers are revealed to registrants via email by the organizers (Exito Media Concepts).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Coinpedia Event Page
- Stay Updated: Sign up for Ticket Price Alerts
- Primary Keyword Category: Lean Conference, Continuous Improvement & Process Excellence Event.
- Dates: February 22–24, 2026.
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona, US.
- Summary: Celebrating its 25th anniversary with the theme “Leaning into the Future,” this milestone event focuses on the intersection of traditional Lean methodologies with cutting-edge AI and automation to redefine process excellence.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Dan Chuparkoff: Innovation & A.I. Expert (Monday, February 23, 8:45 AM MST)
- Andrea Baker: The HOP Mentor (Tuesday, February 24, 3:30 PM MST)
- Luminaries and Industry Experts: Featuring Master Black Belts and Quality Leaders from world-class manufacturing and service organizations (Full speaker roster released Q4 2025).
- ASQ Technical Program Committee: Curated by global authorities in the Baldrige Excellence Framework and Six Sigma.
Why Attend:
- 25 Years of Excellence: Access exclusive sessions commemorating a quarter-century of breakthroughs in Lean and Six Sigma applications.
- AI-Enhanced Quality: Discover how to integrate AI and automation into Lean initiatives to boost efficiency and spark rapid innovation.
- Culture of Refinement: Learn proven strategies for engaging a workforce to move beyond tools and instill a permanent mindset of relentless improvement.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Redefining the Future of Quality: Leveraging AI and Automation.
- Building Cultures of Continuous Improvement and Operational Brilliance.
- Tools of the Trade: Creating Process and Systems Excellence via DMAIC and VSM.
Target Audience: Lean Practitioners, Green/Black/Master Black Belts, Quality Engineers, and forward-thinking Operations Managers.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Early bird rates typically start at $1,299 for ASQ members (Standard non-member rates apply).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official ASQ Conference Website
- Accommodations: Check the official site for Phoenix Convention Center partner hotel discounts.
- Primary Keyword Category: Change Management, Organizational Transformation & Business Leadership.
- Date: February 28, 2026.
- Location: Cairo, Egypt.
- Summary: The International Conference on Change Management and Organizational Transformation (ICCMAOT) is a dedicated platform for advancing research and practical applications in the fields of engineering, technology, and organizational growth. Organized by ASAR, the event aims to bridge the gap between present-day technological revolutions and future organizational needs, fostering high-quality peer-reviewed discussions among global experts.
Organiser & Committee:
- Organized By:
- ASAR (A pioneering professional body for research in engineering and technology).
- Contact Person: Samuel Edwin.
- Advisory Committee:
- Milankumar Rana: FedEx, United States.
- Maryam Khazaee-Pool: Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Iran.
- Iftikhar Ali Khan: Eastern Along Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, China.
Why Attend:
- Global Networking: Connect with researchers and industry leaders from diverse regions including the US, China, and Spain to expand your professional research network.
- Hybrid Access: The event offers both physical attendance in Cairo and a structured virtual platform for international participants.
- Publication Opportunities: The conference is associated with high-quality peer-reviewed journals, offering a path for attendees to publish their latest research findings.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Advancing technical revolutions in organizational structures.
- Change management strategies in the digital age.
- Shaping the future through engineering and technological integration.
Event Agenda (Physical):
- 09:45 AM: Opening Plenary Session & Keynote Address.
- 10:30 AM – 01:00 PM: Session I (Technical Presentations).
- 01:30 PM – 04:00 PM: Session II (Research & Strategy Discussions).
- 04:15 PM: Awards Presentation & Closing Address.
Target Audience: Change Management Consultants, Transformation Officers, Researchers in Engineering & Technology, and Organizational Development Professionals.
Registration: * Action: Enquire for pricing and registration details via the official organizer portal.
Action (Call to Action):
- Enquire Now: Visit Official ASAR Website
- Email Support: info@asar.net.in
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March 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Shingo Model, Operational Excellence & Organizational Culture.
- Dates: March 3–4, 2026.
- Location: Huntington Beach, California, US.
- Summary: Hosted by the Shingo Institute, Shingo Connect: USA is a specialized summit focused on the “human side” of operational excellence. Unlike traditional process-heavy conferences, this event centers on the Shingo Model and its emphasis on principles, behaviors, and cultural enablers. It is designed for organizations that have moved beyond basic Lean tools and are striving to create a sustainable culture of excellence where every individual is empowered to innovate.
Verified Speaker & Host Spotlight:
- Ken Snyder: Executive Director, Shingo Institute.
- Carlos Scholz: CEO, Catalysis
- Alessandra Ruzzi: Head of Lean, Global Logistics, Hilti Group
- Tilo Schwarz: Author and Toyota Kata Leadership Coach
The event typically features Shingo Prize-winning leaders and examiners who provide firsthand accounts of transforming organizational culture in sectors ranging from manufacturing to healthcare.
Why Attend:
- Principles over Tools: Learn why tools like 5S and Kanban fail without a foundation of “Respect for Every Individual” and “Humility.”
- Benchmarking Excellence: Engage with representatives from companies that have successfully challenged for the Shingo Prize, the world’s highest standard for operational excellence.
- Network of Practitioners: Connect with a global community of Shingo Licensed Affiliates and CI leaders who are dedicated to behavioral-based transformation.
Key Topics & Themes:
- The Shingo Model: Aligning systems and tools with core principles.
- Behavioral Deployment: How to measure and drive the right behaviors at the frontline.
- Leadership Development: The role of executive humility in fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Creating Constancy of Purpose: Sustaining long-term excellence in a volatile economic environment.
Target Audience: CEOs, COOs, VPs of Operations, Directors of Continuous Improvement, and Organizational Development (OD) Professionals.
Registration & Pricing:
- Early Bird / Standard Rates: Registration typically includes access to all keynote sessions, breakout workshops, and networking luncheons. Detailed tiered pricing is available via the Cvent registration portal.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Shingo Connect: USA Registration Page
- Learn More: Explore the Shingo Institute
- Primary Keyword Category: Lean Conference, Continuous Improvement & Lean Leadership Event.
- Dates: March 12–13, 2026 (Optional workshops March 10–11).
- Location: Houston, Texas, US.
- Summary: The 2026 Lean Summit is a premier gathering of lean leaders and practitioners focused on advancing lean thinking and practice across diverse industries. The event emphasizes real stories of transformation, offering a mix of visionary keynotes and hands-on learning sessions designed to spark immediate change.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Lisa Yerian: Chief Improvement Officer, Cleveland Clinic.
- Jamie Bonini: President, Toyota Production System Support Center (TSSC).
- Steven Spear: Senior Lecturer and Author, MIT Sloan School of Management.
- Eric Dickson: President and CEO, UMass Memorial Health.
And more speakers to be announced…
Why Attend:
- Cross-Industry Learning: Gain insights from a diverse range of presenting companies, including Ford Motor Company, Permanente Medicine, and TechnipFMC.
- Healthcare Excellence: Take advantage of a dedicated healthcare track offered in partnership with Catalysis, featuring sessions led by top medical improvement leaders.
- Hands-on Workshops: Roll up your sleeves in pre-summit workshops (March 10–11) to build leadership habits and practice tools through immersive simulations.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Advancing Lean Thinking and Practice: Moving beyond tools to organizational mindset.
- Real-world Transformation Stories: Practical case studies from manufacturing to service sectors.
- Building Resilient Systems: Leveraging the Toyota Production System (TPS) for modern challenges.
Target Audience: Lean Leaders, CI Practitioners, Healthcare Executives, and Operations Managers across all industrial sectors.
Registration & Pricing: Standard Price: – Early bird rates available (Save up to $600 with team registration of 5+ before January 31, 2026).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Lean Summit 2026 Website
- Prepare Your Case: Download the “Convince Your Boss” Letter Template
- Primary Keyword Category: Clinical Operations, Clinical Trials & Patient Recruitment Excellence.
- Dates: March 11–12, 2026.
- Location: Hotel Berlin, Berlin (A member of Radisson Individuals), Berlin, Germany.
- Summary: The 16th OECT Summit is a premier annual event for clinical research professionals focused on “Driving Excellence in Clinical Operations: Innovate, Collaborate, Accelerate.” The 2026 edition addresses the major challenges of study feasibility, patient recruitment, and retention through the lens of big data analytics, AI, and decentralized trial models. Notably, the event is co-located with the NEW DAWN Summit (focused on Business Automation and Digital Transformation), providing a unique cross-industry platform for healthcare and tech leaders.
Verified Speaker Spotlight (OECT 2026):
- Michael Busse: Head of Clinical Development & Operations Germany, Boehringer Ingelheim.
- Metteo Talotta: Director of Clinical Solutions – Europe Biorce
- Anca Boldea: Former Head Medical Clinical Science, Philip Morris Int.
- Barbara Commisso: Business Development Manager, Evidenze Health
- Sotirios Perdikeas: Head Heath Data Insights & Design, Novartis
- Ludger Langer: Head of Clinical Research, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK).
- Mario Alfiero: Director Site Management & Monitoring, AstraZeneca.
- Anna Orlowska: Head, Vendor Management Oversight, Astellas.
- Rosalind Oei: Head of Clinical Trial Management, Merck Healthcare.
- Nadir Ammour: Global Lead, Clinical Innovation & Partnership, Sanofi.
- Sotirios Perdikeas: Head Health Data Insights & Design, Novartis.
- Hatice Akyel Görür: Clinical Research Professional
- Ada Otti: Clinical Research Industry Expert
- Nadia Niemeryanski: Head of Gsap CRO
- Andrea Bastek: VP of Market Strategy, Florence Healthcare
- Janet Burscheidt: FSP Operational Alliance Manager, Leo Pharma
- Mario Alfiero: Director Site Management & Monitoring, AstraZeneca
- Philipp Badorrek: Head of Department, Clinical Airway Research | Fraunhofer ITEM
- Christian Erb: Co-Founder, Reesi
- Tatsiana Skrahina: Clinical Trial Patient and Site Engagement Manager
- Nadir Ammour: Global Lead, Clinical Innovation & Partnership, Sanofi
- Philippe Auby: Founder and CEO, auby philippe & partners
- Brian Brissoni: Consultant, inforMed.pro
- Jacob D Flindt: CEO, inforMed.pro
- Tom Lazenby: CEO, Mayet
- Michaela Vancova: Business Development Director, Global Clinical Trials (GCT)
- Lucia Kresse: Sr Director, FSP Hub Lead, PPD Clinical Research.
- Wolfgang Summa: Chairman, eClinical Forum Ltd. (Summit Chair).
Why Attend:
- Cross-Industry Collaboration: Access sessions from the co-located NEW DAWN Summit to learn how AI and automation from other sectors are being applied to life sciences.
- Innovative Feasibility: Discover how to achieve “feasibility right at first” using digital tools to reach patients directly and accelerate site selection.
- Patient-Centric Design: Explore the “Voice of the Patient” in study design and how to use patient advocacy groups to meet regulatory obligations.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Modernising and Revolutionising Clinical Trials through Digital Transformation (AI, DCTs).
- Smart Clinical Project Management: Controlling costs and accelerating timelines.
- Investigator Motivation: How site staff engagement affects enrollment success.
- Beyond Monitoring: Best practices in Applying Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM).
Target Audience: Chiefs, Directors, and Heads of Clinical Operations, Patient Recruitment, Data Management, Compliance, and Digital Technologies from Pharma, Biotech, and CROs.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Packages: Basic (One entry pass), Premium (Two entry passes + Networking Dinner), and Gold (Pass + 2 nights’ accommodation) are available.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official OECT Summit Website
- Request Agenda: Stephen.Patel@kpmglobals.com
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation Summit, 4IR & Tech Future Event.
- Dates: March 11, 2026.
- Location: Indaba Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa.
- Summary: The 45th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit South Africa focuses on “Powering the Digital Future of South Africa.” This CPD-certified event gathers over 200 C-level executives to discuss the integration of AI, Web 3.0, and 4IR technologies. With South Africa’s digital transformation market projected to grow at a CAGR of 23.5%, the summit provides a roadmap for navigating this rapid expansion.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Dhesen Ramsamy: Group Chief Technology and Data Officer, Old Mutual Limited.
- Quantin van Rensburg: Chief Information Officer, Platinum Health Medical Scheme.
- Ridwaan Rasool: Chief Information Officer, Investec.
- Gert Botha: Chief Information Officer, 3SixtyHealth.
- Marcus Portmann: Chief Information Officer, Discovery Limited.
- Masekukuni Faith Kotsedi: Chief Information Officer, National Credit Regulator.
- Phila Ndarana: Chief Technology Officer, Auditor General of South Africa.
- Thato Mafanti: Chief Digital Officer, Intercare Group
- Brian Knott: Chief Information Officer, Calgro M3 Developments (Pty) Ltd
- Nirvani Dhevcharran: CTO: Platforms and Operations, TFG (The Foschini Group).
- Nzama Mathebula: Executive Cloud Transformation, Nedbank.
Why Attend:
- CPD Certification: Earn up to 8 hours of CPD points for professional development while gaining insights into regional tech trends.
- Strategic Networking: Connect one-on-one with high-seniority attendees from top South African financial, healthcare, and retail institutions.
- Future-Ready Workforce: Attend featured discussions on digital talent transformation and ethical AI governance tailored to the South African socio-economic context.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Moral Machines: Navigating the ethical crossroads of intelligent systems.
- Enterprise Sustainability: Using digital tools to cut carbon and meet ESG goals.
- Scaling Inclusive Access: Designing digital skills programs for marginalized populations.
Target Audience: Group CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, CISOs, and Heads of IT Operations across BFSI, Manufacturing, Government, and Retail.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Available upon request through the organizer (Exito). Package options include sponsorship, exhibition, and delegate passes.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Digital Transformation Summit South Africa Website
- Earn CPD Points: Register to Receive Your Attendance Certificate
- Primary Keyword Category: Business Transformation, Future of Work & People Leadership Summit.
- Dates: March 23–25, 2026.
- Location: Wynn Las Vegas, Nevada, US.
- Summary: Transform 2026 is the premier gathering for forward-thinking leaders reimagining the future of people and work. The 2026 theme, “The Human + AI Equation,” explores how to design people-first organizations that turn new intelligence into productivity, creativity, and trust in a world of constant disruption.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Jennifer Christie: Chief People Officer, DocuSign.
- Helen Russell: Chief People Officer, HubSpot.
- Maral Kazanjian: Chief People Officer, Moody’s.
- Jason Desentz: CHRO, Toshiba.
- Apple Musni: Chief People Officer, REI.
- Erin Dangerfield: SVP, People & Culture, Golden State Warriors.
And many more…..
Why Attend:
- Holistic Innovation: Experience a unique “UN-conference” format that brings together practitioners, investors, and entrepreneurs to bridge the gap between technology and empathy.
- High-Impact Networking: Connect with over 4,000 attendees and 350+ world-class speakers in a setting designed for open, collaborative community building.
- Performance Reimagined: Attend dedicated breakout sessions on rethinking how skills and systems drive growth, wellness, and longevity in a high-strain world.
Key Topics & Themes:
- The Human + AI Equation: Forging the next era of work.
- Health + Wellbeing: Prioritizing wellness in the modern workplace.
- Culture + Performance: Where difference and connection drive scalable growth.
Target Audience: People Leaders (CHROs/CPOs), Entrepreneurs, Investors, and Talent Partners shaping the future of global work culture.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Tiered pricing available; register early for significant discounts on the all-access pass.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Transform 2026 Website
- Accommodations: Book the Wynn Las Vegas Discounted Rate ($309/night)
- Primary Keyword Category: Operational Excellence Summit, Business Transformation & Intelligent Automation Event.
- Dates: March 25–27, 2026.
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands.
- Summary: This summit pushes beyond theory into real-world impact, exploring how data-driven decision-making and Generative AI are reshaping global industries while emphasizing the human-centric leadership required to sustain change.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Ilkka Lipasti: Group Vice President, Business Transformation (ABB)
- Roxana Cucu: Global Process Owner (GPO) – Collections & CEX (Meta)
- Thomas Hommernick: Director Operational Excellence and Infrastructure (Miele)
- Li Yun Chan: Group Leader Image Chain Execution Excellence & Transformation (Philips)
- Kevin Neirynck: Global Operational Excellence Manager (O-BASF)
- Maria Rosaria Bonifacio: VP and People Head Nokia Business People (NOKIA)
- Gishan Nissanka: Global Head of People Intelligence (WorldLine)
- Katrin Schilling: Former Global Transformation Director – Business Excellence Global Manufacturing & Supply
- Serkan Atlas: Head of Operational Excellence EMEA (Ofi)
- Ksenija Setlere: Head of GBS Business Performance Management (Boehringer Ingelheim)
- Jonathan Smith: Head of Continuous Improvement & Automation, Group COO
- Evelina Georsa: Global Transformation Director, Global Business Services, Hire to Retire (Kellanova)
- Bas Vennix: Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence & Safety | Packaging Solutions
- Daniel Jenkinson CMgr: Senior Continuous Improvement Expert (Amazon)
- Alco Jensema: Global Continuous Improvement Lead GBS (McDonald’s)
- Iris Francisca Velikonja: Sr. Director Global Operational Excellence (CBRE)
- Krisson Nandha: Head of Operational Excellence (Virgin)
- Laura Fiacco: Head of CX & CS Analytics (KIWI.COM)
Why Attend:
- Human-Centric Leadership: Focus on “Driving Change with Empathy” and understanding why your people are your greatest AI asset.
- Interactive Learning: Experience immersive case studies and hands-on workshops at the Design Thinking Centre.
- Site Tours: Exclusive opportunities for operational plant tours (e.g., Audi or BMW facilities) to see excellence in action.
Key Topics & Themes:
- The Role of Process Leaders in the Age of AI and Generative Transformation.
- Beyond Survival: Building Resilient Organizations for Tomorrow’s Challenges.
- Integrating People and Business Process to Dramatically Improve Performance.
Target Audience: VPs and Directors of Business Excellence, Transformation Leaders, and Heads of Intelligent Automation/RPA.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Multi-day passes range from €1,500 – €2,800, depending on workshop additions.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official CParity Summit Website
- Accommodations: Venue details and group rates available upon registration.
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April 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Process Intelligence, Process Mining & Digital Transformation.
- Dates: April 14–15, 2026.
- Location: Online (Virtual Webinar Series hosted by PEX Network).
- Summary: All Access: Process Intelligence 2026 is a premier virtual summit designed for leaders who want to move beyond basic process mapping into the era of data-driven insight. This event explores how “Process Intelligence” (the intersection of process mining, analysis, and management) provides the critical data layer required to make AI and automation effective. Attendees will learn how to gain a shared, end-to-end understanding of how their business truly runs to bridge domain disconnects and drive measurable value.
Featured Expert Insights:
- The series typically features transformation leads from companies like Google, IBM, and Celonis, focusing on how they have transitioned from simple RPA to sophisticated process autonomy.
- Fraser Damoff: Provides insights into why process discipline and standardization must precede AI implementation.
Why Attend:
- The Data-AI Link: Understand how Process Intelligence feeds enterprise AI the high-quality input it needs to transform operations.
- Practical Value Realization: Move from theoretical “process mining” to generating millions in value through real-world best practices shared by “changemakers.”
- Accessible Learning: As a free-to-attend virtual series, it offers high-level briefings and case studies without the travel costs, making it accessible to global transformation teams.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Process Mining & Analysis: Gaining a “Shared Truth” of business operations.
- Augmented Intelligence: Deploying the ACHIEVE framework for process excellence.
- Process Autonomy: Navigating the shift from manual monitoring to AI-driven process orchestration.
- Standardization First: The foundational role of continuous improvement in a digital-first world.
Target Audience: VPs and Directors of Process Excellence, Chief Transformation Officers, Process Mining Architects, and Business Analysts.
Registration & Pricing:
- Price: Free (Registration required).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official PEX Network Events Page
- Download Content: Access the PEX Network Content Library for Process Intelligence Reports
- Primary Keyword Category: Operational Excellence Summit, Asset Reliability & Industrial Performance Event.
- Dates: April 22–24, 2026.
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands.
- Summary: This premier gathering unites leaders from the energy, manufacturing, and heavy industry sectors to explore strategies for maximizing performance and transforming maintenance practices. The 2026 summit features a dedicated focus on Shutdowns, Turnarounds, and Outages (STO) and Maintenance excellence to address modern industrial challenges.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Industry Leaders: Featuring senior executives, engineers, and reliability professionals from global energy and industrial firms (Full 2026 speaker list available in the official brochure).
- Subject Matter Experts: Technical pioneers in predictive maintenance, digital twins, and industrial efficiency.
Why Attend:
- STO Excellence: Gain best practices for planning and executing cost-effective, safe, and timely shutdowns and turnarounds for critical assets.
- Asset Life Extension: Learn innovative approaches to leverage AI and advanced analytics to reduce risk, improve safety, and extend the lifecycle of industrial assets.
- Cross-Industry Networking: Connect with a niche community of reliability professionals to share cross-sector solutions for sustainable performance.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Building resilient and agile organizations through process optimization.
- Maintenance Innovation: Moving from preventive to digital and predictive maintenance strategies.
- Sustainability & Safety: Embedding ethical and safe practices into operational frameworks.
Target Audience: VPs/Directors of Operations, Asset Managers, Reliability Engineers, Maintenance Leads, and STO Managers from energy and heavy industry.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Registration fees vary by package; group discounts are available for corporate delegations. (Contact organizer for exact 2026 tier pricing).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official OPEX Group Event Page
- Request Brochure: Download Official Summit Agenda
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation Summit, Smart Tech & Scalable AI Event.
- Dates: April 23, 2026.
- Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
- Summary: The 46th edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Malaysia centers on “Smart Investments. Scalable Tech. Stronger Security.” With Malaysia’s digital economy projected to contribute 30% to the GDP by 2030, this summit brings together over 500 C-level executives to explore the potential of AI, Web 3.0, and sustainable digital infrastructure.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Mr. Sam Majid: CEO, National AI Office Malaysia (NAIO).
- Wan Murdani: VP, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC).
- Ts. Wan Roshaimi Wan Abdullah: Chief Technology Officer, CyberSecurity Malaysia.
- Alexander McFaull: EVP, Group Strategy and Innovation, Maybank.
- Tze Phei Tee: Chief Information Officer, Group WASCO.
- SK Joo: Chief Technology Officer, Senheng Electric.
- Dr. Ambrose G. Corray: VP, Group InfoTech & Digitalization, Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad.
Why Attend:
- High-Level Government Presence: Engage with leaders from MDEC and the National AI Office to understand the roadmap for Malaysia’s RM5.9B digital infrastructure budget.
- Cloud-Smart Strategies: Gain insights into managing multi-cloud complexity and escalating costs while ensuring zero-downtime migrations.
- AI Readiness: Learn why Malaysia is ranked 2nd in ASEAN for AI readiness and how global tech giants are investing in the country’s sovereign AI cloud.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Scaling Enterprise AI: Moving from pilots to measurable business impact.
- Reimagining Digital Infrastructure: Building an AI-ready and sustainable data center ecosystem.
- Intelligent Automation: Turning complex data and workflows into competitive advantages.
Target Audience: CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, CDOs, and VPs of Information Technology/Cloud Infrastructure across BFSI, Manufacturing, and Government.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Registration is required for pricing details; options for delegate passes, sponsorship, and exhibition are available through the organizer (Exito).
Action (Call to Action):
- Primary Keyword Category: Training Within Industry (TWI), Improvement Kata, Coaching Kata & Lean Leadership.
- Dates: April 29–30, 2026.
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, US (Hosted by Lean Frontiers).
- Summary: In a significant shift for 2026, Lean Frontiers has merged two of its most prestigious events into the TWI + Kata Summit. This combined experience bridges the foundational skills of TWI (Job Instruction, Job Methods, and Job Relations) with the scientific thinking and coaching routines of the Toyota Kata community. The summit is designed to move organizations away from “flavor of the month” Lean tools toward a sustainable, teachable system of daily improvement and respect for people.
Verified Speaker Spotlight:
- Andy Squires: Helena Industries.
- Cheryl Jekiel: Founder of the Lean HR Forum and author.
- Mark Rosenthal: Renowned Kata coach and Lean practitioner.
- John Vellema: TWI and Kata expert.
- Petal Bartlett, William Harvey, and Kelly Mallery.
Why Attend:
- Integrated Learning: This is the only global event that explicitly connects TWI’s systematic training approach with Kata’s scientific coaching routines to solve the “workforce engagement” puzzle.
- Beyond Theory: The agenda focuses on real-world application, featuring companies that have used TWI to stabilize their processes and Kata to drive innovation.
- Community Focused: Known for its “come as strangers, leave as friends” atmosphere, this summit offers high-density networking with practitioners who are actively addressing the inability to sustain Lean gains.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Systematic Training: Using Job Instruction to handle the “silver tsunami” of retiring skilled workers.
- Scientific Thinking: Developing a workforce that solves problems daily using the Improvement Kata.
- Human-Centric Culture: Leveraging Job Relations and Coaching Kata to build a “no-blame” environment.
- Lean HR: Integrating continuous improvement into the core human resources and talent development functions.
Target Audience: Lean Champions, Operations Managers, HR Directors, and Training Professionals responsible for workforce development and operational stability.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Registration is currently open. Check the official Lean Frontiers portal for early bird rates and group discounts for corporate teams.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official TWI + Kata Summit Page
- Contact Organizer: Lean Frontiers Contact Team
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation Summit, Quantum AI & Future Intelligence Event.
- Dates: April 29, 2026.
- Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE.
- Summary: The 47th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit UAE centers on the theme “From Core to Quantum: Architecting the Future of Intelligence.” As the nation positions itself as a global hub for AI, this summit addresses a $183.8 billion digital transformation market. It brings together over 200 C-level leaders to explore how quantum systems, agentic AI, and sovereign cloud can drive the UAE’s $96 billion projected AI contribution to the GDP by 2030.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Faisal Ali: Group Chief Information Officer, Gargash Group.
- Mounir Abdel-Moujoud: Group Chief Information Officer, ED Group Technology.
- Vishal Kapil: Group CIO & CTO, MAIR Group.
- Vladimir Arshinov: Group Chief Technology Officer, EMSTEEL Group.
- Fadi Sleiman: Group Chief Digital & IT Officer, Al Bawani Holding.
- Stephen Kruger: Chief Technology Officer, Binghatti
- Roger Wahl: Chief Technology Officer, Innovo Group
- Hussain AlKhalsan: Chief Information Security Officer, Zand.
- Dr. Jassim Al Awadhi: Executive Director, Head Enterprise Platforms, Emirates NBD.
- Dr. Ebrahim Al Alkeem Al Zaabi: National Risk and Policy Director, Executive Office of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing
Why Attend:
- Sovereign Cloud Strategy: Engage in vital discussions about the different levels of cloud sovereignty and their importance to the UAE’s digital ecosystem.
- Quantum-Ready Infrastructure: Learn the timeline for quantum acceleration and how to protect against future quantum decryption threats.
- Human-Centered AI: Explore how to build trust and agility within your workforce to ensure AI adoption remains human-centric and purposeful.
Key Topics & Themes:
- The Illusion of Intelligence: A reality check on the AI expectation gap and how to bridge it.
- Agentic Intelligence: Navigating the promise and peril as AI systems gain greater autonomy.
- CIO Strategies for Scalable Impact: High-impact use cases across IT, agile development, and procurement.
Target Audience: Group CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, CDOs, National Risk and Policy Directors, and Heads of Enterprise Platforms from industries like Oil & Gas, Construction, and BFSI.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Available upon enquiry; the summit offers various participation tiers for delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors via the organizer (Exito).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Digital Transformation Summit UAE Website
- Enquire: Submit a Delegate or Sponsor Enquiry
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May 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Operational Excellence Summit, Business Transformation & Process Innovation Event.
- Dates: May 20–22, 2026.
- Location: Berlin, Germany.
- Summary: This summit brings together a global community of transformation professionals to discuss the future of enterprise agility. The 2026 edition focuses on the “Human-Machine Collaboration,” exploring how to integrate intelligent automation into lean frameworks to drive scalable business growth and operational resilience.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Chandan Kumar Dey, Senior Manager Business Excellence & CI – Global Operations Acl Sector, TE Connectivity
- Ralf Leist, Head of Business Unit & Director Operations ECCH EU & Global Wallbox, Webasto Group
- Markus Hartung, Vice President – Head of Global Commercial Processes & Region EMEA Catalysts, Evonik Operations GmbH
- Anna Alechno, Global IT Intelligent Automation Lead, JTI
- Miguel Macias, Vice President & Global Hire to Retire Process Owner, Fresenius Group
- Sabina Chirita, Global Director of Continuous Improvement – TEOA, TE Connectivity
- Greg Varner, EVP | Chief Transformation Officer | Revenue Growth | AI Ops | SaaS | Sports Tech, Sportradar
- Tetiana Yavorovska, Digitization & Operations Transformation Manager (Vendor Management), Google
- Matthew Thomas, Group Transformation Director, Reckitt
- Laura Fiacco, Head of CS & CX Analytics, Kiwi.com
- Pavel Sinelnik, D2C Supply Chain Development Director, Electrolux Group
- Evelina Georsa, Global Transformation Director, Global Business Services, Hire to Retire, Kellanova
Why Attend:
- Beyond Automation: Move past basic RPA to explore end-to-end cognitive automation and how it redesigns the customer experience.
- Agility at Scale: Gain insights into moving from “siloed” improvement projects to a truly agile, enterprise-wide transformation model.
- Peer-to-Peer Benchmarking: Join exclusive roundtable discussions focused on solving the cultural resistance often found in large-scale change management.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Orchestrating the “Future of Work”: Balancing AI capabilities with human talent.
- Lean 4.0: Modernizing traditional lean tools for the digital age.
- Data-Driven Culture: Transitioning from gut-feel to predictive analytics in process management.
Target Audience: Chief Transformation Officers, Heads of OpEx, Process Owners, Change Management Leads, and Digital Innovation Directors.
Registration & Pricing: Standard Price: – €1,495 (Early Bird) | €1,995 (Standard Delegate Pass).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Key Notion Summit Website
- Accommodations: Discounted room rates at the host venue are available for registered delegates through the event portal.
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation Summit, Future-Ready Enterprise & 4IR Event.
- Dates: May 21, 2026.
- Location: Manila, Philippines.
- Summary: The 48th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Philippines is themed “Philippines 2026+: Future-Ready Enterprises for a Digital Nation.” This massive gathering brings together 750+ C-level executives to discuss the $167 billion fast-growing tech sector in the Philippines. The summit identifies critical strategies for building resilient, inclusive enterprises within a national economy that is rapidly scaling its digital infrastructure and AI systems.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- David L. Almirol, Jr: Undersecretary for eGovernment, Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).
- Maria Theresa: Chief Information Officer, SN Aboitiz Power Group.
- Rookie Nagtalon: Chief Executive Officer, Aidea
- Marlon Isidro Torres: Chief Information Officer, Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology
- Ernesto Jr, Rufino: Vice President – ICT, Royal Cargo
- Randy Sac: AVP IT & Biomed, Mount Grace Hospitals Inc
- Melody Lim: Head of Customer Experience, Aboitiz Power
- Dr. Magnus Ewerbring: CTO and Head of Advanced Technologies for Asia-Pacific, Ericsson
- Rakesh N: Associate VP SouthEast Asia, Kissflow
- Alex Ustaris: Chief Technology Officer, PHINMA Education
- Claire Huang: Country Manager – Philippines, Synology
- Eduardo Justo: Cybersecurity Lead Officer, Department of Science and Technology
- Pil Park: Senior Technical Consultant, Digital.ai
- Maria Virginia Del Rosario: Customer Experience Director, Cemex Holdings Philippines
- Mark Rivera: Country CIO, Sodexo Benefits and Rewards Services (Pluxee).
- Bently Roxas: Director IV of Knowledge Management and IT, Department of Health.
- Neil Balba: Chief Digital Officer, Lyceum of the Philippines University.
- Patrick Signo: Co-Founder and Board Director, Data Center Association of the Philippines.
- Edison Dungo: IT Director, Manila Doctors Hospital.
Why Attend:
- Massive Scale: With 750+ attendees, it is one of the largest summits in the series, offering unparalleled networking with IT leaders and “nation-builders.”
- Sector-Specific Insights: Gain deep dives into the $20.3 billion IT spending in the banking industry and the $200 million government investment in healthcare ICT.
- Public-Private Collaboration: Meet representatives from both the government (DICT, DOST) and the private sector to discuss data sovereignty and national cybersecurity laws.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Technology Leadership 2026+: Building resilient and inclusive enterprises for a digital nation.
- Cloud & Edge for Agility: Data residency, sovereignty compliance, and OPEX vs. CAPEX models.
- AI-Powered Operations: Executive responsibility in ethics, governance, and scaling from pilots to enterprise levels.
Target Audience: CTOs, CIOs, CDOs, CISOs, Heads of Customer Experience, and VPs of IT Infrastructure across Banking (BFSI), Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Government.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Contact the organizer (Exito) for specific pricing. Options are available for individual delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors.
Action (Call to Action):
- Primary Keyword Category: Smart Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, Production Innovation & Digital Transformation.
- Dates: May 28–29, 2026.
- Location: Holiday Inn Munich – Westpark, Albert-Rosshaupter-Strasse 45, 81369 Munich, Germany.
- Summary: The 12th Global Smart Manufacturing Summit is a premier event for manufacturing leaders focusing on the intersection of Industry 4.0 and human-centric production. As the manufacturing landscape evolves with rapid advancements in AI, robotics, and automation, this summit provides a platform to explore sustainable and data-driven manufacturing processes. The event is designed to empower the workforce while leveraging sophisticated analytics to drive productivity and efficiency across global production lines.
Verified Key Speakers:
- Nasar Jockey: Industry expert in production innovation.
- John Engelhart: Leader in manufacturing digital transformation.
- Krystian Zurek: Expert in smart factory integration.
- Peter Koetsier: Visionary in Industry 4.0 strategy.
- Giovanni Polosa: Specialized in operational efficiency and smart technologies.
- Elias Eliades: Focus on global manufacturing trends and sustainability.
Why Attend:
- Advanced Case Studies: Gain insights from real-world implementations of smart manufacturing strategies and Green Technologies.
- Human-Centric Focus: Learn how to empower the workforce amidst the robotics revolution to ensure long-term productivity.
- Strategic Networking: Connect with senior decision-makers through structured 1-to-1 meetings and interactive masterclasses.
- Predictive Maintenance: Explore the latest AI-driven sensing and decision-making tools to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Industry 4.0 Skills Challenge: Addressing the labor gap through digital upskilling.
- Sustainable Manufacturing: Strategies for intelligent manufacturing and carbon emission reduction.
- Adaptable Robotics: Pioneering the next phase of adaptable and efficient production lines.
- Cybersecurity in Smart Factories: Essential protection for interconnected manufacturing ecosystems.
Target Audience: C-level Executives, VPs and Directors of Operations, Plant Managers, Head of Digital Transformation, and Supply Chain Leaders from the automotive, aerospace, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Request a brochure or sponsorship package via the official Conferenzia World portal for detailed pricing and group rates.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Smart Manufacturing Summit Munich Page
- Contact Organizer: Ernest Amalu (Sponsorship & Exhibition)
- Primary Keyword Category: Quality Management, Quality 4.0, Continuous Improvement & Organizational Excellence.
- Dates: May 17–20, 2026.
- Location: Marriott Orlando World Center, Orlando, Florida, USA.
- Theme: “When Purpose and Quality Meet, Magic Happens.”
- Summary: Marking ASQ’s 80th Anniversary, WCQI 2026 is the flagship global event for quality professionals. The conference focuses on transforming technical quality skills into strategic enterprise impact. This year’s agenda heavily features “Quality 4.0,” exploring how purpose-driven strategies combined with AI and automation can solve daily operational challenges and drive long-term organizational gains.
Verified Keynote Speakers:
- Simon T. Bailey: Leadership Imagineer – “Leading with SPARK: Create a Culture Where Everyone Matters” (Monday, May 18).
- Christine Cashen: Authority on Creativity – “Putting the Storm Back into Brainstorming!” (Tuesday, May 19).
Why Attend:
- 80 Years of Excellence: Special anniversary sessions reflecting on the evolution of quality and future trends.
- Strategic Impact: Beyond tools, the event teaches practitioners the “art of influence” to drive quality at the executive level.
- Pre-Conference Workshops (May 14–16): Specialized training in Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Root Cause Analysis, and PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
Key Topics & Themes:
- Quality 4.0 & AI: Harnessing the power of AI for quality innovation and predictive analytics.
- Smart Prioritization: Driving operational excellence through focus and resource optimization.
- Mastering Influence: Improving communication and leadership within the quality function.
- Supply Chain Quality: Engineering tools for robust supplier management.
Target Audience: Quality Managers, Engineers, VPs of Operations, Directors of Excellence, and professionals from manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace, and government.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Pricing (Feb 1 – May 15, 2026):
- ASQ Members: $1,499
- Nonmembers: $1,699
- Student Members: $259
- On-Site Registration: Available starting May 16, 2026.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official ASQ WCQI 2026 Portal
- View Agenda: Explore the Full Session List
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Banking, Fintech Innovation, AI in Finance & Digital Transformation.
- Dates: May 27–29, 2026.
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands (Park Plaza Hotel Amsterdam).
- Summary: This 6th edition of Pulsecore’s flagship summit is a premier gathering for the financial technology sector. The event focuses on the “human-centric” side of digital transformation—ensuring that as banks scale AI, automation, and blockchain, they maintain the trust and connection essential for customer loyalty. With over 350 delegates from global financial institutions, the summit explores the shift from service provider to “intelligent financial partner.”
Verified Speaker Spotlight:
- Ishtiaq M. Ahmed: Digital Assets & Currencies | Innovation & Emerging Tech, HSBC (UK).
- Ionut Horatau: Head of Payments Oversights Division.
- Ekaterina Kozhevatova: Director / Head of Central Sales / Institutional Clients and Transaction Banking Commerzbank (Germany).
- Varlam Ebanoidze: Head of FinTech and SupTech Development National Bank of Georgia.
- Martin Lukas: Policy and Governance Advisor, Financial Crimes Specialist Stripe.
- Michal Niwinski: Senior Payments, Financial Service nd Projects Manager, Banco Santader (Poland).
- Khanim Rustamova: Tribe Lead, Employee, Experience Birbank (Azerbaijan).
- Ivan IL. Ivanov: Director, Retail Banking BACB (Bulgaria).
- Aleksi Khoroshvili: Aleksi Khoroshvili – CEO, Silk Bank (Georgia).
- Serhii Karaulov: Head of Retail Lending, Raiffeisen Bank (Ukraine).
- Jarkko Maensivu: CEO & Chairman, Saldo Bank (Finland).
- Branimira Milusheva: Founder and CEO – Women in Banking and Finance Bulgaria, Branch Manager of Postbank, Bulgaria.
- Ciprian Dragomir: Digital Lending Product Owner, TBI Bank (Romania).
- Ledi Lapaj: Director Customer Experience, Bank-Al-Ethiad.
- Kristy Rutter: Group Strategic Investment Director, Lloyds Banking Group (UK)
- Romain Braud: Executive Director Arab Bank, Switzerland.
- Saara Aura: Strategic Commercial Manager, Nordea (Finland).
- Nikoletta Kovacs: ESG Business Development, Leader, Raiffeisen Bank (Austria).
- Marco Eijsackers: Global Head of Tech Strategy, ING (Netherlands).
- Kirsty Rutter: Group Strategic Investment Director, Lloyds Banking Group (UK).
- Guillermo Vieira De Santiago: Executive Director, Global AI Adoption, BBVA (Spain).
- Debbie Van Heel: Global Head of KYC & KYB, N26.
- Paul Francis Walvik Joynt: SVP, Real Time Payments, Mastercard (Norway).
- Domenico Scaffidi: Global Lead & President of Global Payments & Schemes, Bank of England.
- Nicole Onuta: Lead AI Risk Management, ING (Netherlands).
Why Attend:
- Cross-Market Intelligence: Learn from a diverse set of institutions, from traditional giants like HSBC and ING to agile neo-banks like Salt Bank and N26.
- The “Human” Element: Exclusive keynotes on maintaining human connection in a digital-first world to avoid product commoditization.
- Regulatory Roadmaps: Deep dives into PSD3, PSR, and DORA and how these legal frameworks will act as drivers for future innovation.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Hyper-Personalization: Using AI and predictive analytics for contextual financial advice.
- Conversational AI: Implementing natural language processing for complex financial queries.
- Digital Identity & Onboarding: Strategies for seamless, secure remote account opening and business onboarding.
- Security & Trust: Balancing rapid technological advancement with robust cybersecurity and ethical AI deployment.
Target Audience: CEOs, CTOs, Heads of Digital Transformation, Customer Experience Directors, and Innovation Leads from the banking and fintech sectors.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Early registration is highly recommended given the summit’s limited delegate capacity. Detailed ticket tiers are available on the Pulsecore portal.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Excellence in Digital Banking 6.0 Official Site
- Watch Past Highlights: Explore Summit Videos & Testimonials
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JUNE 2025 EVENTS
- Primary Keyword Category: Business Transformation, Change Management, Service Design & Enterprise Architecture.
- Dates:
- Conference & Exhibits: June 8–9, 2026.
- Workshops: June 10–12, 2026.
- Location:
- Main Conference: Convene, 133 Houndsditch, London, UK.
- Workshops: etc. venues Fenchurch Street, London, UK.
- Summary: The Business Change & Transformation (BCT) Conference Europe is a unique, high-impact event co-located with the Enterprise & Business Architecture Conference and the Service Design Conference Europe. This “triple-threat” setup allows transformation leaders to explore the synergy between architecture, design, and change. The 2026 theme, “Change Smart. Transform Fast. Succeed Sustainably,” focuses on practical methodologies and real-world case studies for driving agility and digital innovation across large-scale organizations.
Verified Keynote Speakers:
- Doug Kirkpatrick: Change Consultant, TEDx Speaker, and author of Beyond Empowerment.
- Annette Andresen: CEO, Marlowe Consulting Limited.
- Kara Claxton: Director of Transformation, UK Home Office – Border Force
- Friska Wirya: Founder of Fresh by Friska and globally recognized Change Management expert.
- Cyriel Kortleven: Global speaker on the “Change Mindset” and creativity.
- Christian Schroeder: Enterprise Architect, Bain & Company.
- LJ Rich: World-renowned Musician & BBC TV broadcaster (exploring the intersection of tech and creativity).
Why Attend:
- Co-Location Benefit: One ticket allows you to attend sessions across all three conferences (Architecture, Design, and Transformation), providing a holistic view of enterprise change.
- Case Study Rich: Learn from the successes and failures of global giants like Tesco Mobile, Riot Games, The Economist Group, Bain & Company, and the UK Home Office.
- Practitioner-Led: Content is designed by practitioners for practitioners, moving beyond theory into actionable frameworks for ROI and measuring transformation impact.
Key Topics & Themes:
- AI & Digital Innovation: Moving from AI hype to practical deployment in business processes.
- Leadership & Psychological Safety: Developing resilient teams capable of navigating constant change.
- Aligning Architecture with Business Goals: Ensuring technical structures support organizational success.
- Service Design & CX: Improving customer engagement through innovative service delivery.
Target Audience: Chief Transformation Officers, Business Architects, Service Designers, Change Managers, and Heads of Innovation from government, finance, retail, and tech sectors.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Registration is open with tiered pricing for the 2-day conference, 3-day workshop sessions, or the full 5-day experience. Group discounts are available for teams.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official BCT Conference 2026 Page
- Inquire: Contact IRM UK Customer Service
- Primary Keyword Category: Continuous Improvement, Strategy & Operational Excellence
- Dates: June 22–23, 2026
- Location: Radisson Blu Hotel, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- Summary: The OpEx Reloaded Summit Europe 2026 is a premier European gathering focused on the future of operational strategy, business efficiency, and continuous improvement. Co-located with the BPM Summit Europe and the Intelligent Automation Summit Europe, this event acts as a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary forum where leaders address how to bridge the gap between traditional methodologies and modern digital tools. The summit provides a practical, strategic platform for organizations aiming to build long-term value, streamline processes, and scale operational excellence across the entire enterprise.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Clym Stock-Williams – Head of Operational Excellence, Vattenfall
- Gerhard Schwarz – VP Operational Excellence CVS and Plant Manager, Knorr-Bremse
- Steffen Melchior – Head of Business Excellence, B Braun
- Felix Strenger – Industry Advisor/Thought Leader, Bosch
- Eimantas Sinkevicius – Director Operational Excellence, Yara
- Marta Prewett – Director Global BPM, Norma Group
- Martin Laur – Head of Operational Excellence, Alpla
- Carlo Coppola – Director Operational Excellence, Diasorin
- Odette Stuckenberg – Senior Director Process Excellence, Helaba
- Marlies Achenbach – Director Operational Excellence, BMW Group
- Aine McGurk – Head of Continuous Improvement, Phoenix Contact
- Alexander Noack – Transformation & Six Sigma Lead, Aer Lingus
- Marco Omeri – Head of Operational Excellence and Sustainability, ING
- Fabian Chafir – Head of Procurement Management, Valmet
- Daniel Misicak – CoE & Continuous Improvement Lead, Uniper
- Sabina Chirita – Global Director, Continuous Improvement, Terumo
- Charles Thiam – Head of Operational Excellence, Daher
- Kai Johansen – Director Operational Excellence, Nikkelverk Glencore Company
- Susanne Zwinger – Business Excellence & Transformation Lead, Randstad
- Carsten Antrup – Continuous Improvement Lead, B Braun
- Finn Tram – Director Strategy Planning, Astellas
- Martin Andersen – Head of Customer Engagement Excellence & Operations, Rail Cargo Group
- Erik Van Doorn – Senior Strategic Process & Quality Management Lead, Plansee
- Walter Hammerle – Head of Operational Excellence, Plansee
- Anna Meier – Head of Purification, Octapharma
- Francisco Luís Martins Batista – Senior Process Excellence Expert, Emma The Sleep Company
- Yiran Zhang – Process Excellence Manager, Oddo BHF
- Tijana Kolutac – Continuous Improvement Expert, ING
- Jan Ricken – Head of Group Organization and Process Excellence, Encevo
- Lana-Sophie Stawowski – Senior Strategic Program Manager, Camunda
- Sven Schumacher – Operational Excellence Lead, RdM
- João Richa – Managing Director, Aevo Innovate
- Gergely Szabo – Lean Six Sigma Lead, Albemarle
- Günther Raudner – Head of BPM and Governance, Hamburger Containerboard (Prinzhorn Group)
Why Attend:
- Enterprise-Wide Strategic Alignment: Gain proven insights on how to shift OpEx from isolated departmental projects into an aligned, long-term corporate strategy that generates sustainable business value.
- High-Impact Networking & Benchmarking: Connect directly with a robust network of over 456 active attendees representing 253+ leading international companies to compare methodologies, share success stories, and exchange best practices.
- Co-Located Synergy: Benefit from a highly integrated learning environment with open access to overlapping sessions at the co-located BPM and Intelligent Automation Summits, maximizing exposure to technological innovations.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Operational Excellence Strategy: Aligning enterprise-wide improvement initiatives with long-term business goals.
- Digital Transformation & AI: Leveraging advanced AI-based technologies and Intelligent Automation to accelerate process optimizations.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Using advanced analytics, KPIs, and operational dashboards to transform complex metrics into actionable insights.
- Performance Metrics & ROI: Measuring the clear business impact of operational changes and effectively communicating ROI to senior stakeholders.
- Methodology Integration: Deep dives into Lean transformation (waste elimination), Six Sigma integration (variation reduction), and building a cultural mindset of continuous daily improvement.
Target Audience:
VPs, Directors, Heads, and Leads of Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Business Process Management (BPM), Lean Six Sigma, Intelligent Automation, and Transformation Strategy across key industrial and corporate sectors.
Event Footprint by the Numbers:
- 456+ Active Attendees
- 253+ Companies Represented
- 293+ Expert-Led Sessions across a 2.5-day intensive program structure
- 94+ Structured One-on-One Executive Meetings
- 42+ Interactive Workshops, Panel Discussions, and Live Product Demos
Ecosystem Partners & Sponsors:
- SAP Signavio, HCLSoftware, Bizagi, Camunda, Genpact, and BearingPoint.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Pass options and tailored packages are available on the official event portal. Corporate group discounts and preferred accommodation rates at the Radisson Blu Hotel Frankfurt are managed directly through the registration team.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit the Official we.Conect OpEx Reloaded Summit Europe Event Page to secure your delegate pass.
- Enquire: Reach out via the official portal for team packages, custom invoice solutions, or event partnership opportunities.
- Primary Keyword Category: Operational Excellence, Business Process Management (BPM) & Continuous Improvement Summit.
- Dates: June 09-10, 2026.
- Location: Eurostars Hotel Berlin, Friedrichstraße 99, 10117 Berlin, Germany.
- Summary: The 10th Annual World Operational Excellence and Process Improvement Directors Summit is a premier European gathering focused on achieving and sustaining long-term organizational efficiency. Hosted by Amistat Group, the summit delves deeply into the critical integration of business process management with risk management and internal control systems. It serves as a practical, strategic forum designed to optimize collective workforce efforts, boost employee engagement, and secure sustainable business success in a competitive economic market.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Boeing.
- Bayer.
- Siemens.
- Safe AI Now.
- Tata.
Why Attend:
- Long-Term OPEX Sustainability: Explore proven frameworks to overcome the industry’s biggest hurdle—maintaining and sustaining operational excellence over the long term rather than treating it as a temporary program.
- BPM & Risk Management Synergy: Unveil real-world success stories that demonstrate how integrating Business Process Management (BPM) with internal control systems drives superior, risk-mitigated business outcomes.
- Cross-Industry Benchmarking: Align your organization’s efficiency and financial gain strategy with direct insights from top global enterprise sectors, including aerospace, pharmaceuticals, and technology.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Achieving sustainable business success through modern Operational Excellence practices.
- Optimizing collective workforce efforts and driving employee engagement across the enterprise.
- Linking business process management with corporate risk management and internal controls.
- Exploring diverse, cross-functional approaches to process excellence.
Target Audience: VPs, Directors, Heads, and Managers of Operational Excellence, Business Process Management (BPM), Change Management, Lean Management, Six Sigma (including Master Black Belts/Green Belts), and Strategy Planning across sectors like Manufacturing, Finance, Automotive, and Pharma.
Registration & Pricing:
- * Standard Price: Select options available on the event portal (Contact Amistat Group at info@amistatgroup.com for specific tier availability, corporate group packages, and preferential accommodation rates at the Eurostars Hotel Berlin).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Amistat Group Event Page
- Enquire: info@amistatgroup.com
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July 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement & Digital Intelligence.
- Dates: July 1, 2026.
- Location: Wyndham Grand Athens, Athens, Greece.
- Summary: The 5th Lean Manufacturing Conference is a premier event bringing together industry leaders, operations experts, and change-makers to explore how Lean principles are evolving into strategic enablers of measurable business impact. Under the theme “Lean in Action: Driving Real Results,” this year’s summit moves beyond theory to focus on execution amidst supply chain volatility, workforce transformation, and ESG pressures. Attendees will discover how organizations embed Lean into daily operations, scale continuous improvement initiatives, and leverage data analytics and AI-powered tools to build resilient production systems and achieve long-term sustainability.
Verified Key Speakers:
- Carlos de Castro: Head of Global Quality at Specialized Bicycle Components.
- Christoph Roser: Professor at Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences.
- Sofoklis Arvanitidis: Factory Manager at Nestlé Hellas Single Member SA.
- Leonidas Avgerakis: CEO at Elviomex SA.
- Sotiris Filippakopoulos: Senior Packaging Engineer at Colgate Palmolive.
- Kostas Ieronimakis: Business Unit Director at Plastika Kritis SA.
- Natasha Short: Continuous Improvement Coordinator at IMI.
- Emmanouil Avgerinos: Plant General Manager at Vianex SA.
- Giannis Balomenos: Continuous Improvement Manager at Hellenic Cables.
- Dionysis Demiris: Business Units Manager at BIC Violex.
- Pantelis Ioannou: Sales Director at Primary SA.
- Angelos Kagkelaris: Operational Excellence Manager at Boehringer Ingelheim.
- Konstantinos Kazaras: Academic Lead for the Operational Excellence in Manufacturing Program.
- Ilias Koimtzoglou: Supervisor Quality Continuous Improvement at Philip Morris International Papastratos.
- Dimitrios Kriempardis: Managing Director at Guru Beans Factory.
- Angelos Panteloglou: Plant Manager at Hellenic Catering SA.
- Stelios Starras: Head of Operations Development at Boehringer Ingelheim.
- Christie Kounoupa: Manufacturing Excellence Manager at Nestlé Hellas.
- Anastasia Kriba: Operational Excellence Leader at Accord Healthcare.
- Aristotelis Lymperopoulos: Principal Engineer at Famar SA.
- Maria Makrygianni: Lean Expert-trainer at Hellenic Airforce.
- Angelos Manaras: Plant Director at Megaplast.
- Konstantinos Pilichos: Senior Manager | Consulting | Supply Chain & Operations at EY.
- Christina Prevezanou: Senior CI Manager at Sovimo Hellas SA.
- Georgios Sourlantzis: Global Lean Manufacturing Senior Manager at Sunlight Group.
- Morphis Tsalikidis: Managing Director at Morphis Excellence Partners Ltd.
- Spiros Vamvakas: Industry Expert at Inpractice.
- Dionysios Ventouris: Continuous Improvement & EU Funding Manager at Sidenor.
- Valia Vogiatzaki: Lean Coordinator & Project Manager at Dunapack Packaging Hellas.
- Stefanos Zacharos: Group Technical and Safety Director at Isomat SA.
Why Attend:
- Master Lean Manufacturing: Learn practical methods to minimize waste, optimize resources, and enhance customer value.
- Real-World Case Studies: Gain insights from industry leaders through tangible success stories highlighting Lean implementation.
- Foster Continuous Improvement: Discover actionable strategies to build a lasting organizational culture of problem-solving and efficiency.
- Strategic Networking: Connect with industry peers, transformation change-makers, and operations experts to forge valuable professional relationships.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Lean at Scale: Moving from isolated pilot projects to enterprise-wide Lean transformation.
- Lean & Digital Intelligence: Utilizing data analytics, AI, and smart factory technologies to enhance visibility, speed, and performance.
- Resilient & Agile Operations: Strengthening operational adaptability and resilience in uncertain supply chain environments.
- People-Centric Lean: Driving sustainable change through employee engagement, upskilling, and leadership alignment.
- Lean & ESG Impact: Reducing environmental footprints through Lean initiatives while simultaneously improving cost efficiency and value creation.
Target Audience: CEOs, Plant Managers, Production Managers, Technical Managers, Operations Managers, Maintenance Managers, Supply Chain Managers, Business Transformation Managers, Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement Managers, and Lean & Six Sigma Managers.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Fill out the official interest form on the Boussias Events portal to receive exclusive information regarding ticket packages, group rates, and sponsorship opportunities.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit the Official Lean Manufacturing Conference Athens Page
Contact Organizer:
- Registrations: Irene Livanou
- Sponsorships: Katerina Liodaki
- Content: Hara Kanatsouli
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August 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Continuous Improvement, Lean Six Sigma & Operational Excellence
- Dates: August 5–7, 2026
- Location: The Marriott and Residence Inn Columbus OSU, Columbus, Ohio
- Summary: The 24th Annual Best Practices for Operational Excellence Conference (BP40PX) is a premier in-person gathering hosted by MoreSteam, bringing together executive leaders, practitioners, and training professionals dedicated to process improvement. This three-day intensive event serves as a collaborative forum where the OpEx community discusses real-world execution, shares actionable case studies, and bridges the gap between traditional methodologies and emerging modern tools like generative AI. The conference provides a practical, casual, and highly focused environment designed to help organizations scale problem-solving capabilities, streamline operations, and build long-term value.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Mark Reich – Senior Lean Coach and Author, Lean Enterprise Institute (LEI)
- Greg Poyet-Smith – Director, ACES Business Transformation Lead (Finance & Global Business Services), Amazon
- Chad Cummings – Vice President of Lean Transformation and Improvement, Cleveland Clinic
- Dr. James Cole – VP of Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer, UW Health (Northern Illinois Region)
- Kim Scibelli – Executive Director of Supply Chain and Operations, AVS Bio
- Joseph Baker – Chief Operating Officer, Veritext Legal Solutions
- Ryan Weiss – Chief Executive Officer, Effective Performance Strategies
- Xander Hathaway – VP of Product Development, MoreSteam
- Tim Malone – Director of Continuous Improvement, Ace Hardware
Why Attend:
- Practical Field Application: Learn directly from deployed OpEx leaders sharing real success stories, tactical roadblocks, and lessons learned that you can immediately take back to improve your home program.
- Immersive Learning Formats: Move beyond standard slide decks with a dynamic mix of keynote presentations, peer-to-peer roundtable debates, and practical software workshops.
- High-Value Benchmarking: Connect casually with senior peers representing a broad cross-section of industries—from long-standing Fortune 500 deployments to brand-new continuous improvement programs.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Strategy Deployment: Implementing and managing enterprise-wide alignment using frameworks like Hoshin Kanri.
- The Future of CI & AI: Navigating the practical transition from basic AI assistants to autonomous AI agents within process workflows.
- Data Literacy & Performance Tracking: Building data-driven reporting frameworks, dashboards, and everyday problem-solving capabilities at scale.
- Coaching & Mentoring: Developing, scaling, and sustaining continuous improvement leadership mindsets that survive organizational reality.
- Process Modeling & Healthcare Simulation: Utilizing advanced process modeling, digital twins, and simulation software to optimize workflows in complex environments like healthcare.
Target Audience:
- VPs, Directors, Managers, and Leads of Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Lean Six Sigma deployments, Process Engineers, and Transformation Strategy professionals across manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and corporate service sectors.
Event Footprint by the Numbers:
- 3 Full Days of Immersive Sessions & Interactive Learning
- 7 Concurrent Technical Tracks running on the final half-day block
- 1 Major Evening Networking Reception & Dinner at The Fives
- 50+ Elite Presenting Companies represented in the speaker lineup and historical attendee base (including Amazon, Caterpillar, Eli Lilly, Lockheed Martin, and Medtronic)
Ecosystem Partners & Sponsors:
- Hosted and powered by MoreSteam, referencing core digital ecosystem tools including EngineRoom (Data Analysis & Process Modeling Software) and TRACtion (Project Tracking Software).
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: $695 per person (Includes all 2.5 days of sessions, breakfast and lunch both days, and the off-site networking dinner reception).
- Corporate Cap: Restricted to a limit of 2–3 participants per company to preserve small-group networking dynamics.
- Preferred Lodging: Registered delegates receive a 15% discount on accommodations when booking directly at the venue (The Marriott and Residence Inn Columbus OSU).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit the official MoreSteam conference portal to secure your spot.
- Enquire: Reach out via the official portal for registration details, hotel block codes, or team substitution guidelines.
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September 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence & Business Improvement
- Dates: 9 September 2026
- Location: One America Square, London, United Kingdom
- Summary: The Operational Excellence & Business Improvement Conference is a premier, high-impact one-day forum in London dedicated to forward-thinking operational, transformation, and change leaders. Celebrating 16 years of delivery by Global Insight Conferences, this year’s intensive summit cuts through textbook theory to tackle the practical, cultural, financial, and technological realities of delivering process excellence at scale. The event serves as a cross-sector meeting ground where practitioner leaders explore the intersection of people-led performance, results-focused leadership, and practical AI adoption to accelerate continuous improvement without causing organizational disruption.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Geoff Weaver – Chief Operating Officer, Harrods Ltd
- Gary McCreedy – Commercial & Strategy Director-ID, Currys PLC
- Marta Rosana Bonifacio – VP & Head of HR Services Mobile Infrastructure, Nokia
- Nataly Qu – Global Head of Change & Tech Adoption, Holland & Barrett
- Richard Lawrence – Head of Service Excellence, EasyJet
- Mark Burns – Senior Programme Director, NatWest
- Roisin Hurley – Global Director CI / Retail Exec, Burberry
- Sharada Khanna – Global Lead Originations & Credit Service, HSBC
- Marco Jensema – Global Continuous Improvement Lead, Global Business Services, McDonald’s
- David Seacombe – Vice President, Process Excellence, IHG Hotels & Resorts
- Sally Dillon – Head of Operational Change Investment, Wealth & Retirement, Aviva
- Dave Anderson – Quality & Business Improvement Director, Network Rail
- Cheryl Macdonald – Head of Engineering, Intelligent Process Automation, Lloyds Banking Group
- Daniel Small – Head of Continuous Improvement, Gousto
- Valentina Smirnova – Head of Finance Transformation, AXA Partners
- Ruairidh Fraser – Operational Excellence Lead UK & Ireland, Suntory Global Spirits
- Sairris Satti – Head of Global Exams Business Improvement, British Council
- Lauran Macaree – Head of Payments Data / Payments Technology, NatWest
- Luke Sambridge – Head of Business Design & Optimisation, AXA Health
- Azeeza Sunmonu – Global Head of Medical Excellence, Mundipharma
- Monika Gupta – Global Process & Deployment Manager, Design & Integrate, Nokia
- Kat McGurk – Group Director, HR Operations & Transformation, Flutter
- John Bell – Head of Culture Change & Organisational Effectiveness, Centrica
- Oyinda Oduntan – Head of Operational Excellence, 1st Central
- Michaela Mueller – Operational Excellence Leader, Vattenfall
- Samantha Cox – Planning & Performance Manager, National Express Bus
- Matthew Shori – Head of Operational Excellence Europe, Gategourmet
- Baljit Dhillon – Programme Delivery Director, Centrica
- Roisin Pendle – Senior Change Specialist, British Heart Foundation
- Jenny Baynes – Director of Transformation, University of Leeds
- Paul Robinson Day – Business Change Lead, Flutter Entertainment
- Ian Hammond MBE – Executive Director of Strategic Change, University College London (UCL)
Why Attend:
- 15 Cross-Sector Lessons: Cut through the narrow perspective of your own field by uncovering how top-performing businesses in retail, banking, aviation, healthcare, and higher education navigate the exact same scaling limitations.
- Grounded Clarity on Tech & AI: Bypass industry buzzwords and hype to focus solely on real-world use cases where AI, predictive analytics, and process automation are delivering measurable efficiency gains without sacrificing human engagement.
- Actionable Business Case Blueprinting: Strengthen your capacity to build bulletproof financial models, justify strategic investments, and secure long-term stakeholder buy-in from HR, Finance, and IT executives.
- Interactive Delegate-Led Learning: Move beyond static presentations with a dedicated peer-led “Unconference” block explicitly formatted to address real-time operational bottlenecks in a collaborative environment.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Practical AI Adoption: Identifying where intelligent automation and data analytics actively improve decision-making, remove waste, and elevate execution speeds at scale.
- Change Without Disruption: Leading large-scale strategic adjustments and system transformations while protecting daily business momentum, internal trust, and team performance.
- The Human Aspect of OpEx: Understanding the roles that culture, mental energy, leadership behaviors, and employee wellbeing play in ensuring transformation models stick.
- Justifying Investment & Proving ROI: Translating complex continuous improvement metrics into transparent financial values that win corporate investment.
- Sustaining Long-Term Momentum: Designing frameworks, everyday habits, and operational tools that prevent organizational regression and keep improvement integrated within daily workflows.
Target Audience: VPs, Directors, Heads, and Managers of Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Transformation Strategy, Change Management, Intelligent Process Automation, Business Design, and Operations Quality across major industrial, financial, public, and retail sectors.
Event Footprint by the Numbers:
- 1 Focused, High-Impact Day of Intensive Learning and Strategy Benchmarking
- 32+ Senior, Cross-Sector Practitioner Speakers delivering real-world case studies
- 10 Key Learning Pillars tracking the emerging future of operational excellence
- 15 Unique Corporate Sectors represented in the collaborative audience matrix
Ecosystem Partners & Sponsors:
- Organized by Global Insight Conferences. The agenda is built in collaboration with 25 leading operational visionaries representing top international brands including Amazon, Mondelez, Tesco, Virgin Media, and J.P. Morgan.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Pass Options: Rates and full-day booking passes are available on the official event portal.
- Time-Sensitive Incentive: Delegates booking before this Thursday save £150 off their registration fees.
- Corporate Team Incentives: In-house corporate practitioners can access special group pass incentives (e.g., Send 4 delegates for the price of 3, or save 50% on a 3rd ticket). Note: These incentives do not apply to agencies or software suppliers and cannot be combined with separate early-bird discounts.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit the official portal or dial +44 (0)20 3479 2299 or info@opexcultureconference.com to secure your delegate place or register your team before pricing tiers shift.
- Enquire: Reach out directly to partner@opexcultureconference.com to request the comprehensive partnership brochure, explore exhibition options, or organize executive one-to-one meeting opportunities
- Primary Keyword Category: Enterprise Transformation, Change Management, Operating Models, Digital Upskilling & Human-Centric AI.
- Dates: September 21–23, 2026.
- Location: The Westin, Charlotte, NC, United States.
- Summary: The Chief Transformation Officer Exchange is America’s premier invitation-only event specifically tailored for senior enterprise transformation executives. Operating as a highly collaborative forum, the Exchange focuses heavily on the moving target of transformation ROI, cross-functional C-suite collaboration, and rebuilding corporate trust. The event is designed to help strategic leaders move safely past static objectives, equipping them with the framework and peer validation necessary to balance aggressive technology adoption with deeply sustainable, human-centric change management workflows.
Verified Key Speakers:
- Anastasia Minor: Chief Transformation Officer, Entergy
- Neel Biswas: AVP, Intelligent Operations, Cognitio Analytics
- Derek Gallo: Sr. Director, Business Transformation, Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Mandi Moseley: Chief Transformation Officer, Prince William County
- Akant Punia: Director, Strategy & Transformation, SMBC Group
- Rehana Rajwani: Director, L&D Agile Transformation and AI Enablement, BMO Financial Group
- Mac McAllister: Chief Transformation Officer & General Counsel, Rentokil Terminix
- Christa Mckee: Chief Transformation Officer, North America, Veolia
- Matt Morgan: Chief Operating Officer, Eisneramper
- Priya Krishnan: Chief Digital and Transformation Officer, Bright Horizons
- Jackie Cazar: SVP Process Excellence, Moody’s Corp
- Lee Cage Jr: Director, Enterprise Transformation, Strategy & Technology, BDO USA
- Prabhu Chandrasekhar: Chief Architect & Executive Director – Enterprise Digital Transformation, PAREXEL
- Lindsay Wirthlin: Senior Director, Enterprise Agile Transformation, American National Red Cross
- Ciprian Porutiu: SVP, Strategic Initiatives | Change Management | Business Transformation, Marsh McLennan
- Jennifer Braganza: Vice President, Global Recruitment Centres Transformation, The Adecco Group
- Massimo Perreca: Director, Cybersecurity – Strategy and Governance, CPKC
- Aju Paul: Senior Director, Digital Transformation, LifeNet Health
- Alex Misiaszek: SVP, Director of NLU & Emerging Experiences, Truist, Inc
- Angela Diaz: Senior Risk Manager, External Fraud Oversight, TD Bank
- Manas Tripathy: Executive – Business Transformation and Performance, Truist
- Keith Clinkscale: Director, Strategic Planning and Performance Management, Palm Beach County
- Nellie Wartoft: CEO, Tigerhall
- Roger Potter: Co-Founder & Chief Analytics Officer, Cognitio Analytics
- Pascal Foelix: VP, Intelligent Automation Solutions, Cognitio Analytics
- Robert Newland: Chief Growth Officer, Pandatron.
Why Attend:
- Invitation-Only Pre-Qualification: Network in a secure space where 100% of the audience consists of pre-qualified, senior-level executives managing substantial transformation budgets and strategic mandates.
- Highly Curated 1-to-1 Schedules: Maximize operational time with a personalized, 30-minute matching process that pre-arranges target 1-1 business meetings and specialized think tanks focused directly on your chosen priorities.
- Chatham House Confidentiality: Engage in transparent benchmarking and candid discussions regarding real-world execution roadblocks, cyberattack recovery, and complex M&A integrations under strict privacy protections.
- Verified Elite Brand Access: Benchmark against confirmed enterprise peers representing Fortune 500 giants and cross-industry market innovators like Walmart, J.P. Morgan Chase, Target, Coca-Cola, Pfizer, and Salesforce.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Transformation ROI in the Age of AI: Defining, governing, and actively proving the long-term economic value of modern tech implementations when benchmarks shift constantly.
- Collaborative C-Suite Operating Models: Blurring traditional silo lines between CIOs, CHROs, and business leads to foster high-speed executive collaboration.
- Agentic AI and the Future Workforce: Effectively balancing automated system deployment with staff capabilities to evolve organizational infrastructure at a manageable pace.
- Human-Centric Transformation Execution: Structuring deliberate change behaviors and layering implementation efforts to prevent system capabilities from outpacing workforce readiness.
Target Audience: Chief Transformation Officers (CTrOs), COOs, CIOs, SVPs, and Heads of Strategy, Change Management, AI Architecture, and Digital Transformation spanning sectors like Financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Insurance, and Pharma.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Attendance is exclusive to qualified enterprise practitioners. Senior leaders can request a delegate invitation or submit inquiries for official sponsorship packages directly through the designated event portal.
Action (Call to Action):
- Request an Invitation: Visit the Official Chief Transformation Officer Exchange Portal to Secure an Invitation
- Access the Attendee List: Download the Confirmed Early Attendee List to Coordinate 1-1 Sessions
- Primary Keyword Category: Business Process Management, BPM, Process Governance, AI-Driven Initiatives & Adaptive Workflows.
- Dates: September 22, 2026.
- Location: Online / Immersive Webinar Platform.
- Summary: All Access: BPM from PEX Network is a premier online learning experience tailored for transformation leaders focused on designing intelligent, adaptive business processes. The series highlights the latest advancements in BPM, with a core emphasis on establishing process governance structures, shifting leadership behaviors, and constructing a scalable AI-transformation roadmap that moves organizations successfully past pilot projects into full-scale execution.
Verified Key Speakers:
- Amelia Brand: Editor at PEX Network.
- Craig Willis: Head of Process Improvement Solutions at Netcall.
- Cathy Gu: Deputy Divisional Director at SSON & PEX Network.
Why Attend:
- Intelligent AI Integration: Gain clear insights on how to build reliable AI-transformation roadmaps that align perfectly with legacy operations.
- Flexible Learning Environment: Experience a state-of-the-art online setup offering sessions both live and on-demand across multiple formats and time zones.
- Global Benchmarking: Access case studies trusted by global organizations such as Saudi Aramco, HSBC, Pfizer, Nissan, and Samsung.
- Full Network Access: Registration automatically grants full membership to the broader PEX Network community, including exclusive market reports, case studies, and online training.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Streamlined Process Execution: Optimizing workflows and internal discipline to maximize overall organizational efficiency and productivity.
- Process Governance Structures: Identifying and implementing the correct management frameworks to support long-term operational success.
- Adapting Leadership Behaviors: Transforming leadership habits and cultures to better manage and sustain ongoing corporate transformation.
- Scaling Beyond Pilot Projects: Moving technical and operational models smoothly from localized test cases to enterprise-wide adoption.
Target Audience: Transformation Leaders, Process Excellence Professionals, Operational Excellence Directors, Business Process Managers, and Operations Executives across global sectors.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Registration is completely free for in-house practitioners and professionals looking to attend the live digital lobby or access the on-demand content.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit the Official PEX Network All Access BPM Registration Page
- Download the Series Guide: Request the Full Agenda and Panel Details via the Official PEX Portal
- Contact Organizer: PEX Network / IQPC Ltd (129 Wilton Road, London SW1V 1JZ).
- Primary Keyword Category: Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Human-Centered Transformation & Shingo Model.
- Dates: September 29–30, 2026 (Shingo Workshops on October 1–2, 2026).
- Location: Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores, 770 Malecón Balta, Miraflores, 15074, Lima, Peru.
- Theme: “Accelerating Human-Centered Transformation”.
- Summary: Hosted by the Shingo Institute (Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University), Shingo Connect: LATAM is a leading conference for professionals dedicated to continuous improvement and organizational culture. The event explores how sustainable excellence is achieved when technology, systems, and enterprise tools align directly with human-centric principles, leadership purpose, and cultural transformation.
Verified Keynote Speakers:
- Mauro Neves de Moraes: CEO, Dyno Nobel.
- Glasson Fonseca: Executive Manager, Transformation Office, Consorcio Minero Horizonte.
- Evelyn Ferrer: VP Operations Development, Eos Energy Enterprises.
Why Attend:
- Shingo Model Alignment: Practical execution insights rooted in the Shingo Model’s core principles of operational excellence and cultural alignment.
- Multilingual Accessibility: Full translation services are available across sessions.
- Post-Conference Workshops (Oct 1–2): Deep-dive technical workshops following the main keynote days for hands-on capability building.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Human-Centered Transformation: Integrating digital systems and advanced technologies with workplace culture.
- Purpose-Led Leadership: Driving long-term performance through principle-based management.
- Cross-Industry Application: Benchmarking continuous improvement strategies across manufacturing, healthcare, mining, finance, and logistics.
Target Audience: Operational Excellence Directors, Continuous Improvement Managers, Plant Managers, VPs of Operations, and C-Suite Executives from manufacturing, healthcare, mining, logistics, and consulting sectors.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Shingo Connect: LATAM Portal
- Inquire: Contact Mary Price at mary.price@usu.edu or call +1.435.760.0711.
- Primary Keyword Category: AI Security, Cybersecurity, Enterprise AI Governance & Risk Management.
- Dates: September 21–22, 2026 | Workshop Day: September 23, 2026.
- Location: Hilton London Syon Park, London, United Kingdom.
- Summary: The Secure AI Summit is Europe’s premier closed-door forum dedicated entirely to the practical execution of securing enterprise AI systems. Co-located with the 4th Annual Responsible AI Summit, this exclusive event bridges the gap between AI innovation and rigorous cybersecurity. Held under the Chatham House Rule, it offers senior enterprise leaders an honest, confidential space to discuss building robust technical controls, defining acceptable risk boundaries, and safely scaling autonomous agentic workflows amidst a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
Verified Key Speakers:
- Wim Sonnemans: Global CISO, Philips
- Eric Martinez Cancela: CISO, Serunion
- Sanja Hukovic: Head of Model and AI Risk Management, London Stock Exchange Group
- Alex Gomez: Divisional CISO & Global Head of IT Security, Risk & Compliance, The Adecco Group
- Alister Shepherd: CISO, FCA
- Konstantina Kapetanidi: VP, Global Data Solutions & Head of Data Science, Visa
- Kenneth Solberg: Director of Product Cyber Security, Kongsberg Maritime
- Sheikh Mahbub Habib: Head of Product Cybersecurity and Privacy Innovation, AUMOVIO
- Daniyal Naeem: Principal Security Authority – AI, BT Group
- Luigi Renna: Director of Security Architecture, Barclays
- Manish Gupta: Head of Cyber Security for Europe, Ericsson
- Dimitris Tsapogas: Global Head of Privacy and Data Protection, DHL Supply Chain
- Vijay Mitra: Head of AI and Digital Risk, VML
- Nick Harry: CTO, Nationwide Building Society
- Gunjan Gandhi: CTIO, Ericsson
- Tobias Oplustil: Head of Responsible AI, Philip Morris International
- Lalit Kumar: Group CISO and Principal Security Architect, Aviva
- Robin Schoss: Regional CISO, Olympus
- William Summers: Head of AI Security, Philip Morris International
- Shashank Pandey: Director of Cyber Security, Financial Times
- Khaled Alizai: Chief GenAI Model Evaluation Expert, Danske Bank
- Barbara Zapisetskaya: Principal Counsel, EBRD
- Andrew Harrison: Senior AI Governance Specialist, Booking.com
- Sue Turner OBE: AI Governance Expert & Professor in Practice for AI and Technologies, University of Bristol Business School.
Why Attend:
- Closed-Door Benchmarking: Share real-world deployment challenges and solutions with fellow senior executives in a highly confidential environment under the Chatham House Rule.
- Interactive Formats: Move past traditional slide decks with peer-led networking roundtables, interactive audience debates, and cross-industry masterclasses.
- Comprehensive AI Coverage: Explore specialized security strategies addressing everything from legacy data protection to modern autonomous agentic systems and Model Context Protocol (MCP).
- Holistic Peer Network: Engage directly with an elite community of CISOs and senior leaders spanning cybersecurity, application security, architecture, and AI assurance.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Defining the Enterprise AI Risk Landscape: Setting clear security boundaries for AI in production to drive fast, consistent, and safe risk decisions.
- Securing Enterprise Data Across AI Systems: Implementing strict controls over how AI retrieves, processes, and uses sensitive data to eliminate leakage risks.
- Securing Agentic AI & MCP: Enforcing runtime controls, permissions, and trust boundaries across autonomous workflows to actively prevent operational overreach.
- Building Security Capability & Assurance: Designing new operating models and testing frameworks while evaluating internal capabilities versus third-party assurance tooling.
Target Audience: CISOs, VPs, and Directors of Cyber Security, Information Security, AI Security, Application Security, Architecture, IT, and Product Security representing global enterprises (including Philips, Barclays, DHL, Visa, Aviva, and Ericsson).
Registration & Pricing:
- Conference Pass: £899.00 (+20% UK VAT)
- Conference Pass + 1 Workshop: £1,199.00 (+20% UK VAT)
- Conference Pass + 2 Workshops: £1,499.00 (+20% UK VAT)
- Conference Pass + 3 Workshops: £1,799.00 (+20% UK VAT)
- All Access Pass (Conference + Workshop Day): £2,099.00 (+20% UK VAT)
- Note: Early Bird pricing offers savings of £400 for registrations completed by Friday, June 26, 2026.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit the Official Secure AI Summit London Registration Page
- Download the Agenda: Request the Event Guide & Full Brochure via the Official Portal
- Contact Organizer: IQPC Ltd (129 Wilton Road, London SW1V 1JZ | Tel: +44 (0) 207 368 9300)
- Primary Keyword Category: Enterprise Transformation, C-Suite Collaboration, Agentic AI, Human-Centric Change Management.
- Dates: September 21–23, 2026.
- Location: The Westin, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.
- Organizer: PEX Network / IQPC.
- Event Format & Structure:
- Invitation-Only & Pre-Qualified: Exclusive to senior transformation executives with budget and decision-making power.
- Chatham House Rules: Closed-door environment allowing for candid, unscripted discussions on real-world execution.
- Curated 1-on-1 Schedules: Custom itineraries consisting of 30-minute pre-arranged meetings, think tanks, and small-group roundtables based on personal priorities.
- Summary: The Fall edition of the CTO Exchange brings together top enterprise transformation executives to validate strategies, manage AI-driven disruption, and build sustainable frameworks for continuous organizational change. Key focuses include measuring true transformation ROI, executing human-centric technology deployments, and integrating cross-functional C-suite workflows.
Key Event Themes:
- Proving Value & ROI: Establishing multi-dimensional governance and tracking returns in the age of rapid AI adoption.
- C-Suite Collaboration: Breaking down operational silos across CTOs, CIOs, CHROs, and Heads of Strategy.
- Agentic AI & Workforce Evolution: Balancing automated intelligence with human capability and reshaping modern workflows.
- Human-Centric Transformation: Navigating change fatigue, stakeholder alignment, and organizational culture during major M&A integrations or system rollouts.
Featured & Confirmed Speakers:
- Priya Krishnan: Chief Digital and Transformation Officer, Bright Horizons
- Mac McAllister: Chief Transformation Officer & General Counsel, Rentokil Terminix
- Anastasia Minor: Chief Transformation Officer, Entergy
- Derek Gallo: Sr. Director, Business Transformation, Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Mandi Moseley: Chief Transformation Officer, Prince William County
- Akant Punia: Director, Strategy & Transformation, SMBC Group
- Rehana Rajwani: Director, L&D Agile Transformation and AI Enablement, BMO Financial Group
- Jennifer Braganza: VP, Global Recruitment Centres Transformation, The Adecco Group
- Christa McKee: Chief Transformation Officer, North America, Veolia
- Manas Tripathy: Executive – Business Transformation and Performance, Truist
- Matt Morgan: Chief Operating Officer, EisnerAmper
- Prabhu Chandrasekhar: Chief Architect & Executive Director – Enterprise Digital Transformation, PAREXEL
- Pascal Foelix: VP, Intelligent Automation Solutions, Cognitio Analytics
- Ciprian Porutiu: SVP, Strategic Initiatives | Change Management | Business Transformation, Marsh McLennan
Target Audience: Chief Transformation Officers, SVPs, COOs, CIOs, and Heads of Strategy, Change Management, AI, and Digital Transformation across Fortune 500 enterprises and key growth industries.
Action (Call to Action):
- Request Delegate Invitation: Visit Official CTO Exchange Fall Portal
- Inquire Direct: Contact Aaron Harding (Head of VIP Acquisition) via the portal or email IQPC at enquire@iqpc.co.uk
- Primary Keyword Category: Continuous Improvement, Lean Enterprise & AI Integration.
- Dates: September 29 – 30, 2026.
- Location: MassMutual Center, Springfield, Massachusetts, US.
- Summary: The 22nd Annual Northeast Lean Conference, hosted by GBMP, addresses the critical intersection of workforce development and artificial intelligence. Designed specifically for floor practitioners and operations management rather than boardroom theorists, this year’s summit focuses on embedding emerging technology into standard workflows without displacing human problem-solvers. It serves as a practical, hands-on forum for cross-industry lean leaders to share real-world countermeasures and deployment strategies.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Brendan McSheffrey: President, Founder at Kendall AI
- Chad Wright: CIO at Boston Dynamics
- Charles Lopez: Supervisor II at Karl Storz North America
- Chris LaCorata: Founder/President at Empire Store Brands
- Colleen Soppelsa: Senior Vice President, Operations & Supply Chain at Health Startup
- Corinne Cutler: Lean Manufacturing Manager at IDEXX Laboratories
- Edge Coble: Director of Continuous Improvement at Analog Devices Inc.
- Eric Dickson: President and CEO at UMass Memorial Health
- Garrett Partridge: Operations Architect | Fractional Executive at Garrett Partridge LLC
- Girish Kumar Gopalakrishnan: Senior Manager – Continuous Improvement North America at GHH
- John Soderberg: Sr. EVP Information Technology at Fastenal Co.
- Lauren Schuman: Director, Operational Excellence at Kenco
- Josh Poulin: Extrusion Operator at Brady International
- Katrin Seefeldt: Consultant and Trainer (Owner) at Katrin Seefeldt Beratung und Training
- Magdelon Harris: Director Operations Process Enablement at Georgia-Pacific
- Wiljeana Glover: Professor, Operations and Information Management at Babson College
- Majda Benahmida: Interpreter Services Department Supervisor at UMass Memorial Health
- Susan Martinez: Director, Continuous Performance Improvement at John Muir Health
- Mufaddal Badshah: Manager of Continuous Improvement at James Group / Renaissance Global Logistics
- Nadia Sanders: Award-Winning Author & Distinguished Professor, Northeastern University
Why Attend:
- Human-in-the-Loop AI: Discover actionable frameworks to utilize AI as an operational co-pilot for root-cause problem solving without undermining human-centric Lean values.
- Practitioner-to-Practitioner Insights: Bypass theoretical strategies with direct case studies, physical technology demonstrations, and frontline countermeasures shared by active operations peers.
- High-Yield Networking & Benchmarking: Connect with over 500 Lean practitioners to benchmark organizational readiness and observe live technical deployments.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Engineering the Human-in-the-Loop (H.I.L.) AI strategy within Standard Work 2.0.
- Institutionalizing frontline problem solving using CEDAC and A3 thinking.
- Practical applications of physical intelligence and robotics on the factory floor.
- Aligning operational metrics to drive actual continuous improvement over superficial tracking.
Target Audience: Chief Operations Officers, VPs/Directors of Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence Leaders, Plant Managers, and Technology Integration Professionals.
Registration & Pricing:
- Early Bird Rate (Ends June 30, 2026): $995 (GBMP Members) or $1,395 (Nonmembers).
- Optional Lean After Dark add-on: $65. Standard price increases by $500 after the deadline..
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Northeast Lean Conference Website
- Enquire: Access Official Event Schedule
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation Summit, National Vision 2030 & AI Infrastructure Event.
- Dates: September 29, 2026.
- Location: Doha, Qatar.
- Summary: The 49th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Qatar is themed “Accelerating Enterprise Transformation: AI Platforms, Secure Systems & Modern Digital Infrastructure.” Aligned with Qatar’s National Vision 2030, the summit focuses on transforming the nation into an advanced society through sustainable digital growth. With digital spending in Qatar projected to reach $3.2 billion, the event provides a roadmap for navigating cyber security concerns and ensuring data privacy in a hyper-connected economy.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Nikita Gordeev: Chief Technology Officer, Snoonu.
- Elias R. Chedid: Chief Operating Officer & Deputy CEO, Seib Insurance & Reinsurance Company LLC
- Francisco Javier Ruiz: Group Head of Non-Financial Risk Management, Commercial Bank
- Ali Awkal: Country Director of Information Technology, Hilton
- Roc Arquiza Escosio: Director Of Information Technology, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
- Tarek Terk: Head – Cybersecurity And ICT Operations, Government Entity
- Mubaraq Muhammad: Head of Interconnection & NM (A) – Technical Affairs, Government Entity
- Simon Vilitskiy: Senior Account Executive, OutSystems
- Arun Pillai: Director Of Innovation & Delivery Excellence, Testhouse
- Arun Ramamoorthy: VP – Banking And Financial Services Excellence, Testhouse
- Shruti Mishra: Chief Revenue Officer, Testhouse
- Thomas George: Chief Delivery Officer, Testhouse
- Karthik Rao: Enterprise Software Solutions Manager, Mannai Corporation
- Thomas Philip: Head of Digital & IT, Petrotec
- Asma Al-Jefairi: Director of Digital Experience, Qatar Museums.
- Archana Shetty: Vice President – IT Projects, QNB Group.
- Alibek Tnaliyev: Senior Vice President Business Development, Qatar Insurance Group.
- Yusuf Rasheen: Head of Information Security, Qatar Post.
- Khalid Lakdawala: Cyber Security Expert, Ministry of Finance Qatar.
- Fatima Al-Sayegh: Head of IT Governance, Compliance and Service Management, QAFCO (Qatar Fertiliser Company).
Why Attend:
- CPD Certification: Earn up to 8 hours of CPD points for professional development while learning about the latest in MENA’s digital economy.
- Giga-Market Growth: Qatar is one of the fastest-growing economies in the region; engage with decision-makers from organizations leading the $3.2 billion digital spending surge.
- Human-Centric GenAI: Learn how top organizations in Qatar are ensuring effective employee adoption of GenAI by nurturing the relationship between humans and machines.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Harnessing Hyper-Powers: Leveraging hyper-connectivity (5G), hyper-computing, and hyper-automation.
- The ROI Playbook: Identifying the right technology investments based on ROI potential (Cloud, AI, IoT).
- Cybersecurity in a Hyper-Connected World: Transitioning to Zero Trust models to protect against prevalent regional threats.
Target Audience: Group CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, CDOs, Head of IT Infrastructure, RPA Leads, and Digital Procurement Heads across BFSI, Energy, Government, and Logistics.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Available upon enquiry. The summit provides structured packages for delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors via the organizer (Exito).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Digital Transformation Summit Qatar Website
- Enquire: Submit a Delegate or Sponsor Enquiry
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October 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Business Transformation, Operational Excellence, AI & Automation, Strategic Execution.
- Dates: October 13–14, 2026.
- Location: Sydney, Australia.
- Summary: With a legacy spanning over two decades, OPEX Week ANZ returns in 2026 with a renewed focus on “mission-critical” transformation. This isn’t just a discussion forum; it’s a high-pressure environment where ANZ’s most senior leaders pressure-test strategies for resilience and growth. In a landmark move for 2026, the summit is co-located with the AI & Automated Enterprise Summit, bridging the gap between high-level business strategy and the technological engines of AI and orchestration.
Co-Location Highlight:
- AI & Automated Enterprise Summit ANZ: Focuses on moving beyond simple automation pilots to building intelligent, autonomous enterprises. This co-location allows attendees to engage both the business/process side and the technology/AI side of transformation in one venue.
Why Attend:
- Urgency & Impact: The 2026 agenda is “built for urgency,” addressing economic headwinds and regulatory pressures that make standing still the highest risk.
- Scaling Success: Move past “pilot purgatory” with real-world case studies on how to make transformation stick across the entire enterprise.
- The CTO’s Playbook: Exclusive tracks on the evolving role of the Chief Transformation Officer as the “engine room” for enterprise accountability and scale.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Transformation at Speed: Turning bold strategy into measurable execution faster than ever.
- Reinventing Operating Models: Redesigning organizations to flex with volatility and stakeholder pressure.
- Technology as a Catalyst: Integrating cloud, orchestration platforms, and AI directly into transformation roadmaps.
- Measuring ROI: Developing scorecards and value-creation metrics that the board cannot ignore.
Target Audience: Chief Transformation Officers (CTOs), COOs, Heads of Operational/Process Excellence, Change Management Leaders, and EPMO/PMO Directors.
Registration & Sponsorship:
- Action: Delegate passes are available now. Sponsorship opportunities include speaking slots, exhibition space, and targeted “wish-list” 1-to-1 meetings with decision-makers.
Action (Call to Action):
- Book Passes: Visit Official OPEX Week ANZ 2026 Page
- Enquire: enquire@iqpc.com.au
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation Summit, Indonesia Golden Opportunities & Multi-Track Tech Event.
- Dates: October 14th & 15th, 2026.
- Location: Jakarta, Indonesia.
- Summary: The milestone 50th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Indonesia focuses on “Golden Opportunities: Indonesia’s Digital Future.” With a digital economy projected to reach $360 billion by 2030, this summit features three specialized tracks—IT x Impact, HR & Workforce Innovation, and MarTech—designed to equip leaders with the tools to lead the digital revolution in Southeast Asia’s largest economy.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
IT x Impact Track:
- Edy Susanto: IT Director, PT. Trans Retail Indonesia.
- Wilbertus Darmadi: Chief Information Officer, Toyota Astra Motor.
- Yudhistira Nugraha: Head of Centre for Data and Information Technology, Ministry of Education and Culture.
- Nur Achmadi Salmawan: Director of Cyber Security, BSSN.
HR & Workforce Innovation Track:
- Tenny Elfrida: Director of Human Capital, PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional.
- Steven Yudiyantho: SEVP Human Capital, Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI).
- Yanuar Kurniawan: HRBP, L’Oréal.
MarTech Track:
- Marieska Widhiana: Global Marketing Director, PT United Family Food (Unifam).
- Rajesh Grover: Group Chief Digital Officer & Head of AI, Kanmo Group.
Why Attend:
- Three Targeted Tracks: Choose from deep dives into enterprise IT architecture, agile HR culture, or emotion-first customer experience (CX) strategies.
- Cybersecurity Demand: Address Indonesia’s urgent need for 100,000 cybersecurity professionals by engaging with BSSN and industry experts.
- Scalable AI Infrastructure: Learn about the 5G rollout and AI readiness from regional leaders like Juniper Networks and the Indonesia Cloud Computing Association.
Key Topics & Themes:
- IT x Impact: Rethinking legacy systems and leveraging AI at scale for future-ready organizations.
- HR Innovation: Reimagining talent strategies and people analytics for the future of work.
- MarTech Evolution: Agentic AI for campaign optimization and immersive technologies (AR/Voice).
Target Audience: CIOs, CTOs, CHROs, CMOs, and Heads of Infrastructure/Digital Transformation from Retail, BFSI, Healthcare, and Government sectors.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Registration via the official site is required for pricing. Participation tiers include delegate, speaker, sponsor, and exhibitor packages.
Action (Call to Action):
- Primary Keyword Category: Operational Excellence, Business Transformation, Change Management, Digital Transformation & Process Excellence.
- Dates: October 21–23, 2026.
- Location: JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa, 14900 Chelonia Parkway, Orlando, FL 32821, United States.
- Summary: The 10th Annual Global Operational Excellence & Business Transformation Summit is a premier gathering for cross-industry leaders focused on navigating accelerated organizational change and disruption. As companies face intense pressure to adapt to shifting market demands, this summit provides actionable strategies to implement future-ready technologies, embed resilient cultures, and drive innovation. The event is designed to move organizations beyond basic process improvement, championing digital-first and people-powered strategies that align operational capability with long-term execution excellence.
Verified Key Speakers:
- Adam B. Schreiber: Senior Director, Enterprise Transformations Change & Communications, PepsiCo
- Madhavi Pokkuluri: Senior Director, Transformation Programs & Process Excellence, Honeywell
- Andre Ferreira da Silva: Director of Lean and Continuous Improvement for Silent-Aire North America, Johnson Controls
- Kunya Jones, MBA: Director, Governance, Executive Strategy, & Experience Transformation, Macy’s
- Ashutosh Banerjee: Vice President, Digital Operations, GE
- Joseph F Paris Jr: Founder, Operational Excellence Society
- Dr. Keith Clinkscales: Director Strategic Planning & Performance Management, Palm Beach County
- Hardeep Kaur: Director Business Transformation, Agility and Change Leadership, Merck
- Ashley Gatewood: Head of Global Change & Transformation Strategy, People Operations, Google
- Tania Ruezga García: Director, Operational Excellence & Digitalization (Operations: Manufacturing and 3PL)
- Leo Le Hoang Dung: Director of Manufacturing Digital Systems & North America Regional Digital Transformation
- Margarita Panzer: Senior Director, Digital Transformation
Why Attend:
- Hands-On Learning: Experience practical design thinking tools and methods to move quickly from strategic insight to prototype with greater confidence.
- Industry-Relevant Insights: Engage with forward-looking perspectives on continuous improvement, human-centered design, and AI-enabled operations.
- Meaningful Networking: Connect in close proximity with influential, cross-industry peers and thought leaders to share leading-edge benchmark practices.
- Stay Ahead of Innovation Trends: Understand emerging transformation trends, from digital experimentation and automation to sustainable corporate development.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Leading in the Age of AI and Acceleration: Embracing the new foundational rules of enterprise transformation.
- Overcoming Transformation Failure: Analyzing why most operational excellence programs stall and what must change in 2026.
- Driving Change with Empathy: Transforming workplace productivity through human-centric leadership and active engagement.
- Sustaining Continuous Improvement: Cultivating a resilient culture to make change stick successfully beyond the initial wave.
Target Audience: C-level Executives, Vice Presidents, Directors, and Heads of Operational Excellence, Business Transformation, Strategy, Lean Six Sigma, Change Management, and Digital Operations across global industries.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Request a brochure or sponsorship package via the official CParity portal for detailed registration tier pricing and global group packages.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit the Official Operational Excellence & Business Transformation Summit Registration Page
- Contact Organizer: Corporate Partners Group (office@cpartners-group.com)
- Primary Keyword Category: Continuous Improvement Conference, Lean Manufacturing & Operational Excellence Event.
- Dates: October 26–29, 2026.
- Location: Baird Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US.
- Summary: The 42nd annual AME International Conference focuses on a “people-first” approach to enterprise excellence. This practitioner-led event explores how innovative organizations use technology like AI and sustainability initiatives to elevate human potential rather than replace it, bridging the gap between front-office strategy and front-line execution.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- Practitioner-Led Presenters: Featuring real-world lean journey stories from manufacturing, healthcare, and technology leaders (Consultants are excluded from main stage presentations to ensure authentic practitioner insights).
- Visionary Keynotes: Global thought leaders in purpose-driven leadership and operational excellence (Full 2026 keynote lineup to be announced).
Why Attend:
- Operational Excellence in Action: Experience local facility tours that showcase live lean journeys, problem identification, and cutting-edge application results.
- Hands-on Learning: Participate in pre-conference workshops (4, 6, or 8 hours) designed for deep-dives into simulations and actionable takeaways.
- “Yes/And” Enterprise Excellence: Learn to balance traditional lean tools with emerging technologies like AI to create sustainable systems that serve customers and the environment.
Key Topics & Themes:
- People-Centric Leadership: Putting people at the center of lasting progress.
- Technology as an Enabler: Elevating workforce capabilities through AI and digital tools.
- Purpose-Driven Excellence: Creating systems that serve employees, communities, and the planet.
Target Audience: Continuous Improvement professionals, Lean Practitioners, Operations Managers, and Executives across manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and government.
Registration & Pricing: IN-PERSON + ON-DEMAND REGISTRATION Conference pricing (Nov. 1 – Jan. 31)
- $1,500 Individual and teams of 2-9
- $1,500 Teams of 10-24 (Accelerator Program and suppliers)
- $1,500 Teams of 25-49 (Accelerator Program and suppliers)
- $1,500 Teams of 50+ (Accelerator Program and suppliers)
- $1,500 AME Consortia members(Members, member company employees & suppliers; email conference@ame.org for the discount code)
- $1,500 Outside the U.S.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official AME Milwaukee 2026 Website
- Become a Speaker: Submit a Presentation or Tour Proposal
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation Summit, Thailand 4.0 & Digital Future Event.
- Dates: October 28, 2026.
- Location: Bangkok, Thailand.
- Summary: The 51st Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Thailand is themed “Navigating the Tech Horizon: Shaping Thailand’s Digital Future.” As Thailand aims for a $3.1 billion digital transformation market by 2025, this summit gathers 200+ C-level executives to explore the integration of AI, 5G, and Blockchain. The event emphasizes the “Digital Gov POV” and “Digital Twins” to drive efficiency across Thailand’s key sectors, including manufacturing, agriculture, and healthcare.
Speaker Spotlight (Top Leaders & Businesses):
- AVM Chalermchai Wonggate: Director of the Cybersecurity Research Center, NCSA.
- Dr. Preesan Rakwatin: Executive Vice President, Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa) of Thailand.
- Artthawit Hung: IT Security Advisory Senior Director, Bitkub Capital Group Holdings.
- Adarsh Katiyar: IT Director – Sales & Distribution Operations, Mega Lifesciences
- Pierre-Yves Sarrat: Group Director of IT, GCP Hospitality
- Sunpetch Tongnaitham: IT Digital & Technology Director, S&P Syndicate PLC
- Jutamas Wilailertpongpun: Chief Technology Officer, JPARK
- Preecha Kamnoetsing: Regional IT Manager, APAC & MEA, Arxada
- Anek Ratnaphat: Regional Head of IT, Hong Kong Maxim’s Group.
- Siripat Thammanoonkul: Chief Technology Officer and DPO, Union Auction Public Company Limited
- Natthee Siripitaya: Group Manager IT Regional Food Services Asia Pacific Middle East, Siam Food Services Limited
- David McGeown: Group Chief Technology Officer, XCL Education
- Stephane Dauzat: Area IT Manager – Asia Pacific, Virbac
- Chroong Kanjchanapoomi: Adjunct Faculty, Asia Institute of Technology.
- Kritsadaluk Janpreyakun: Head of GRC Cybersecurity, Central Retail
- Smuth Thanadsarng: Regional Manager Thailand and Vietnam, OutSystems
- Colin Rihcard Dinn: Managing Director Platinion, Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
- Rangsit N. : UCaaS Advisor, Zoom
- Virag Thakkar: Director – Digital Security, Thai Union Group PCL.
- Nilesh Sharma: VP – Group Head of Data AI & IT Ops, Central Group.
- ThanusRapee Sa-Nguansup: Vice President IT, King Power.
- Jarun Ngamvirojcharoen: Director, TILDI (Technology Innovation Lab & Decision Intelligence), CJ MORE.
Why Attend:
- Government Roadmap: Hear directly from NCSA and depa about the regulatory frameworks and national digital agendas shaping Thailand 4.0.
- Cyber-Resilience: Learn how to build a Zero-Trust security model in an age of rapid innovation, specifically tailored to the Thai regulatory landscape.
- Practical AI & ML: Discover real-world examples of AI-driven fraud detection and personalized customer experiences from Thailand’s leading retail and financial groups.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Unlocking the Digital Temple: Accelerating 5G and Blockchain adoption across industries.
- Digital Twins: Simulating the future of Thailand’s manufacturing and infrastructure transformation.
- The Digital Gov POV: Bridging the digital divide and driving innovation for SMEs and large enterprises.
Target Audience: CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, CDOs, and Heads of IT Operations/Digital Security from Retail, Agriculture, Mining, and Government sectors.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Price: Available upon enquiry. The summit offers delegate passes, sponsorship opportunities, and exhibition spaces via the organizer (Exito).
Action (Call to Action):
- Primary Keyword Category: Smart Manufacturing, Frontline Workforce Digitization, Connected Worker Platforms & Plant-Floor Automation.
- Dates: October 13–15, 2026.
- Location: Westin North Shore, Chicago, IL, United States.
- Summary: The Connected Worker: Manufacturing Summit is the ultimate operational forum for manufacturers who refuse to let their frontline workforces rely on obsolete tools. As modern facilities face intense economic volatility, workforce shortages, and rising material costs, this summit provides a practical blueprint to digitize frontline workflows and strengthen operational resilience. The event focuses heavily on scaling AI-guided support tools, implementing digital work instructions, and executing the cross-functional change management needed to turn plant-floor operators into data-driven multipliers for productivity.
Verified Key Speakers:
- David Jutcawitz: Senior Vice President & Chief Digital Officer, Genie
- Nicholas Colisto: Senior VP & Chief Information Officer, Avery Dennison
- Rebecca Teeters: SVP Business Supply Chain and President, Chemical Operations, 3M
- Kurt Kroplin: Vice President, Supply Chain Operations, The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
- Prasanthi Muddhana: Head of Digital and Process Enablement Unit, Bayer
- Josué Peñaloza Quispe: Europe Production Excellence Manager, The Heineken Company
- Natalie Thompson: Vice President, Reliability and Maintenance, bp
- Ayeda Figaro: Global Director, Capabilities Learning Operations, Procurement & Gbs, The Kraft Heinz Company
- Boris Voltchenko: Chief Information Security Officer and Vice President of IT Infrastructure, Reynolds Consumer Products
- Bharathi Rajan: Vice President – Data, Digital and AI, Swire Coca-Cola, USA
- Jeff Wilhelmy: Chief Digital Transformation Officer, Sylvamo Corp
- Kimberly A Williams: Vice President of Manufacturing, Coca-Cola
- Roger Brecht: Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain – North America, Griffith Foods
- Pareshkumar Hotchandani: Global Staff Engineer/Site Lead Operational Technology, Smith+Nephew
- Alpen Patel: Facility Manager-Lafayette Engine Center, Caterpillar Inc.
- Vijay Gurav: Senior Industrial Engineer, Boston Whaler
- Ram Seetepalli: Director, AI & Digital Enablement, Motiva Enterprises
- Craig Sutton: VP IT Supply Chain and Operations, Eaton
- Mohit Ahuja: Strategy & Transformation Leader, Caterpillar
- Josh Dotson: Director, Koch Labs, Koch Industries
- Danaca Jordan: Services Architect Manufacturing, Eastman Chemical Company
- Nick Ergang: Director of Engineering, Ecolab
- Rajeev Sinha: Head of Artificial Intelligence, J.B. Poindexter & Co, Inc.
- William Bill Hornsby: Global Vice President, Operational Excellence, Dana
- Bhupinder Gill: Sr. Technical Product Manager, E&J Gallo Winery
- Chris Soltys: Regional Smart Manufacturing Solutions Leader – North America, Bunge
- Vignesh Alagappan: Sr. Manager, Cloud and IoT Architecture, Rheem Manufacturing
- Caitlin Moffitt: Senior Director of Operations, Altria
- Mike Brauckman: Head of Focused Improvement, Nestlé
- Tom Busby: Vice President of Information Technology, Greif, Inc.
- Will Leonard: Automation Engineer, Marmon Holdings
- Michael Muilenburg: Member of the Board of Advisors, Manufacturers Alliance
- Donald Montgomery: Product Manager Connected Worker, Kimberly-Clark
- Derreck Keith: Vice President, Advanced Product Development, HD Engines, Power Solutions International
- Abhi Gummakonda: Senior Manager IT Airport Services, United Airlines
- Anitha Latha Kapu: Director of Quality, Amazon
- Soma Venkat: SVP & Chief Information Technology & AI Officer, Cooper Standard
- Barrett Hopper: Director of Operations for Americas, Mks Instruments
- Garith Duncan: Digital Transformation Senior Manager, SNF Holding Company
- Paul Koschnitzke: Vice President of Digital Manufacturing, Avantor
- Matt Dold: Associate Vice President (AVP), Global Animal Health IT Manufacturing, Merck
- Rocky Pinheiro: Global Vice President of Quality and Innovation, PennEngineering Co
- Peterson Lindo: Senior Technical Architect in Digital Technology, Oshkosh Transport
- Travis Prior: Associate Director, SAP ERP Project Mgt, Interiors, Collins Aerospace
- Clay Brehm: Principal Architect, PennEngineering
- Billy Ingram: Director Lean Product and Process Development, Interface
- Chris Rodgers: Vice President of Operational Excellence, INX International Ink Co.
- Chloe Soejima: Senior Process Engineer, Chobani
- Hao Dinh: Vice President of Technology, Enpro
- Dennis Scimeca: Senior Editor Technology, Industry Week
- Jeff Clark: Global Director of Operational Excellence & Quality NA, Destaco
- Emily Hebert: Senior Director of Operational Excellence, Sabert
- Aditya Kaushal: Senior Enterprise Data and Architecture Leader, Ecolab
- Joy Hensold: Process Diagnostics Engineer, Owens Corning
- Martin Venegas: Director Global Lean Program & Manufacturing Transformation, The Hershey Company
- Nagadithya Nookala: Technical Product Manager, Data Analytics & AI, Ford
- Lucas Arrais: Global Digital Manufacturing Sr. Lead, Bayer
- Samik Mody: Director of Information Technology, Manufacturing & Maintenance Systems, E & J Gallo Winery
- Oscar Castillo: Factory Modernization & Digital Transformation Project Manager, Northrop Grumman
- Sugato Bose: Senior Director & Chief Enterprise Architect, Medline Industries
- Sanjay Ahire: Data Scientist, Ford Motor Company
- Haley Berland: Intelligent Operations Product Owner/Engr. Team Leader, Pella
- Eddie Vasquez: Director of IT-MRM, Healthcare Systems and Technologies, Baxter International
- Trent Randles: Engineering Manager, BorgWarner
- Raj Koul: Head of IT, Americas, Kone
- Rob Whaley: Operational Excellence Master, Enterprise Transformation Leader, General Motors
- Jon Wiess: Director of Enterprise Architecture, Sysmex America
- Justin Nhan: Digital Transformation Lead & AI Divisional Lead, BASF
- Maria Ruiz: Member, Women’s Automotive Network and Former Manufacturing Engineer, Ford Motor Company
- Grant Ecker: Chief Enterprise Architect, Ecolab
- Samuel Parra: NA Manufacturing Integration Leader, BASF
- Priyanka Ghosh: Manager AI, Data Science and Data Engineering, The Toro Company
- Ricardo Narciso Schiochet: Global Digital Manufacturing Manager, Kimberly-Clark
- Kailin Baecht: DMMD User Experience Lead, Merck
- Heitor Cauneto: Senior Director of Global Manufacturing Excellence and Digital Transformation, Bunge
- Ivan Branco: Head of Information Management, AI & Analytics, Volvo Group Trucks Operations
- Brian Perlstein: Digital Manufacturing Innovation Leader, Owens Corning
- Daniel Reed: Senior Manager, Digital Operations, Baldwin Richardson Foods
- Suraj Sriram: Digital Manufacturing Leader, Kimberly-Clark
- Daniel Byrne: Senior Director of Digital Transformation, Marathon Petroleum
- John Dyck: CEO, CESMII
- Mark Crowther: Vice President Digital, PennEngineering
- Mark Fosdike: CEO and Co-Founder, Datch
- Gabriel Andrade: Principal Solutions Architect, Neptune Software
- Devin Bhushan: Founder & CEO, Squint
- Alexey Gavrilov: CEO & Founder, Zello
- Jerry Dolinsky: CEO, Dozuki
- Doug Stephens: Director of Sales, Detect Technologies
- Andy Hancock: Global Vice President of the Domain Advisory, SAP Supply Chain Management, SAP
- Dave Landreth: Vice President, Customer Strategy, Augmentir
- Rick van Echtelt: CEO and Founder, AGS
- Michael Weller: Global Head of Manufacturing Practice, Verizon Business
- Anna Walch: Product Marketing Manager, Asana
- Ryan Myers: Product Owner/Data Scientist, Kahuna Workforce Solutions
- Nick Haase: Co-Founder, MaintainX
- Craig Scott: CEO, Fuuz
- Gavin Riepe: National Account Manager, Luxor Workspaces
- Sundeep Ravande: Chief Executive Officer, Innovapptive.
Why Attend:
- Proven Frontline Augmentation: Learn to bridge critical skill gaps, capture vital tribal knowledge, and implement AI-guided assistance to reduce production errors.
- Dynamic Predictive Maintenance: Move from reactive procedures to prescriptive asset management approaches that anticipate machinery failure and eliminate downtime.
- Data-Driven Governance: Discover methods to improve data quality from the factory floor, closing the gap between real-time analytics and immediate site resolution.
- Unmatched Peer Validation: Connect with an active learning community representing global manufacturing giants like Coca-Cola, Nestlé, BASF, and Kraft Heinz.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Building a Modern Frontline Workforce: Deploying digital work instructions and capturing legacy skills to future-proof plant teams.
- Optimizing Maintenance & Asset Infrastructure: Leveraging connected worker software platforms to optimize equipment life and predictive loops.
- Next-Generation Manufacturing ROI: Strategically aligning digital transformation pilots with business metrics to deliver rapid time-to-value.
- Future-Proofing Vendor-Agnostic Ecosystems: Scaling digital architectures across hundreds of corporate sites while avoiding long-term technical debt.
Target Audience: Executives, Directors, and Managers across Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, IT/OT, and Quality Assurance representing fields like Automotive, Aerospace, Consumer Goods, Chemicals, Food & Beverage, and Electronics.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Pass details and remaining seat tier availability can be managed by downloading the complete schedule. Organizations seeking exposure can customize a specialized tier package before inventory is fully committed.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit the Official Connected Worker Manufacturing Chicago Page
- Download the Event Guide: Request the Full Brochure and Speaker Lineup via the Official Event Portal
- Primary Keyword Category: Operational Excellence, Business Transformation, Process Innovation & Change Management.
- Dates: October 21–23, 2026.
- Location: W South Beach Miami, 2201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, United States.
- Summary: The Operational Excellence & Business Transformation Summit in Miami is a premier forum bringing together operations, transformation, and continuous improvement leaders. Designed to address intense growth pressures, skills gaps, safety expectations, and cost volatility, this summit provides a practical roadmap to build the capability, governance, and culture required to turn strategy into measurable financial results. The event focuses on establishing a practical change toolkit, optimizing operating models, and scaling value creation to ensure long-term workforce readiness and technological adoption.
Verified Key Speakers:
- Paul Kadap: SVP: Client Experience Design and Strategy at KeyBank.
- Dave Glick: SVP Tech Operating Partner, Growth Businesses at Walmart.
- Rony Porat: Senior Vice President at IDB Bank.
- Alexander Alvarez: Vice President & General Manager Mexico at Amcor.
- Eduardo R. Ortiz: VP, Global Head of Cybersecurity at Techtronic Industries – TTI.
- Jason Mariasis: Vice President, Product Management – Advisor Experience at LPL Financial.
- Will Hankla: Vice President of Transformation at The Hershey Company.
- Vinicius Giarola: Executive Director of Consumer Supply Chain at Bridgestone Americas.
- Mohammed Shoman: Regional Director of Operations at Circle K.
- Syed Wafa: Senior Director at Samsung Electronics America.
- Lee Cage Jr.: Director, Enterprise Transformation, Strategy & Technology at BDO USA.
- Sateesh Kumar Challa: Head of Digital Transformation Office at Societe Generale.
- Thomas Van Eimeren: Senior Manager Lean Six Sigma North America at Jabil.
- Vikas Singh: Sr Manager, Business Transformation – Warehouse to Deliver at Boston Scientific.
- Jesse Holborow: AI & IT Program & Product Manager at Caterpillar Inc.
Why Attend:
- Practical Change Enablement: Gain hands-on change toolkit capabilities specifically tailored for operations leaders and frontline adoption.
- Disciplined Portfolio Strategy: Learn to translate high-level strategy into an executable portfolio, optimize prioritization, and stop low-value work.
- Value Realization & Governance: Discover how to make transformation highly measurable with outcomes, transparent reporting, and alignment that Finance trusts.
- Workforce Fatigue Management: Explore methods to manage change saturation and reduce organizational fatigue through sequencing and local change networks.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Enterprise-Wide OPEX Deployment: Building sustainable frameworks to scale continuous improvement across the entire organization.
- Process Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Driving efficiency and eliminating operational waste using modern methodologies.
- Data-Driven Decision Making & Digital Transformation: Joining strategy, execution, and technology through shared roadmaps and data reliability.
- Leadership, Culture & Change Management: Fostering an organizational culture that supports learning, experimentation, and local change networks.
- Sustainable & Scalable Business Transformation: Pragmatic technology deployment based on operational readiness and cyber basics.
Target Audience: C-Level Executives, Vice Presidents, Directors, and Senior Managers across Operations, Business Transformation, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain, Lean Six Sigma, and Enterprise Architecture representing global industries.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Request an event brochure, sponsorship package details, or secure booth space via the official Keynotion portal.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit the Official Operational Excellence & Business Transformation Summit Registration Page
- Explore Sponsorship: Review Tailored Branding and Partnership Opportunities via the Official Event Portal
- Primary Keyword Category: Business Transformation, Operational Excellence, Practical Execution, AI & Automation.
- Dates: October 26–27, 2026.
- Location: InterContinental Double Bay, Sydney, Australia.
- Summary: Built around the premise that transformation is no longer optional but mission-critical, OPEX Week ANZ 2026 addresses high transformation failure rates, flat productivity, and board pressure for in-year returns. The summit focuses on real-world practitioners over spokespeople, creating a space for senior leaders to pressure-test strategies, recover credibility mid-programme, and execute operating model changes under actual business constraints.
Co-Located Event:
AI Infrastructure and Enterprise Systems Summit: Runs alongside OPEX Week to connect business and transformation leaders directly with technological integration, intelligent orchestration, and autonomous systems at scale.
Verified Speaker Highlights:
- Garth Worboys: Chief Operating Officer – Health Services, Bupa UK
- Glen Babington: Chief Operating Officer, University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
- Paul Jamieson: General Manager – Operational Excellence – Customer Enablement, Bendigo Bank
- Bijal Sejpal: Chief Operating Officer – Technology and Digital, Bupa
- Anat Hassner: Chief Operating Officer, OneSchool Global
- Claire Singleton: Head of Organisational Change Management – Global HSESC Transformation, Rio Tinto
- Justin Ricketts: Global Chief Transformation Officer, WPP Production
- Ram Rajaraman: Head of Transformation, Virgin Australia
- James Gooley: Director – Service Delivery – ANZ, Teletrac Navman
- Nicki Small: General Manager Operations, Coles
- Elaine Zhuang: General Manager, Strategy, Transformation and Value Delivery, Chief Data Office, NBN
- Gino de Castro: Head of Business Strategy & Transformation, WaterNSW
- Trevor Lowder: Head of Transformation, Water
- Martin Fletcher: Transformation Program Director, Primo Foods
- Ravi Ramachandran: Principal Operations Excellence Transformation, Telstra
- Jo Prideaux: Transformation Director, Defence Health
- Maria Ramos: Senior Change Manager – Finance & Supply Chain Transformation – ERP Implementation, GPC Asia Pacific
- Alicia Bezkhmelnitsyn: Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, Eat Club
- Tess van der Rijt: Chief Operating Officer – Hospitals, UnitingCare Queensland
- Stuart Baak: Director, Operational Excellence, Suntory Beverage & Food Oceania (Frucor Suntory)
- Kirstin Reblin: Head of Operational Excellence, GWF
- Rob Edgar: Founder, eliminAlt
- Andrew Ko: Head of Group Strategy and Value Management, Aware Super
- Daniel Kloza: General Manager – People Shared Services, Bank of Queensland (BOQ)
- Nafees Butt: Operational Excellence Chapter Lead, AGL
- Nina Muhleisen: Founder, Principal Consultant, Three6
- Hamza Dhedhy: Director – Organisational Transformation, Victoria Government
- Jess Tavel: Transformation Executive Director for AI, Transformation, International Olympic Committee
- Caroline Ferris: Head of Core Banking Transformation, Bank of Sydney.
Why Attend:
- PRACTITIONER-LED DIALOGUE: Access direct insights from leaders accountable for enterprise-wide outcomes rather than theoretical frameworks or external consultants.
- IN-YEAR ROI & COST MANDATES: Discover proven methods ANZ enterprises use right now to achieve in-year cost reductions without stalling strategic growth.
- SCALING BEYOND PILOTS: Concrete lessons on moving away from proof-of-concept stages to make transformation and AI initiatives stick enterprise-wide.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Mid-programme credibility recovery and handling transformation roadblocks.
- Redesigning fragile operating models built for legacy environments.
- Enterprise AI governance and infrastructure scale-up.
- Aligning Chief Transformation Officers (CTOs), COOs, and PMOs on fast-tracked execution.
Target Audience: Chief Transformation Officers, COOs, Heads of Operational/Process Excellence, Change Management Leaders, EPMO/PMO Directors, and Business Services Leaders.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Pass: Visit Official OPEX Week ANZ Portal
- Enquire: Contact the IQPC Australia event team via email at enquire@iqpc.com.au
- Primary Keyword Category: Business Transformation, Operational Excellence, AI & People-Centric Change.
- Dates: October 27–28, 2026.
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands.
- Summary: As Europe’s flagship event in the world’s No. 1 OPEX and Business Transformation series, BTE 2026 tackles the most pressing question for modern CEOs: “How do I balance the promise of AI with the power of my people?” The summit moves beyond “AI hysteria” to position transformation leaders as the visionaries who can leverage technology as a human enabler. It focuses on creating growth-oriented strategies that move beyond simple efficiency drivers into long-term value creation.
Verified Speaker Spotlight:
- Peter Bancroft: Chief Transformation Officer, Rubix.
- Abhijeet Rana: Chief Transformation Officer, Caldic.
- Elena Alvarez Camps: Head of Transformation for Eurodrone, Airbus Defence and Space.
- Peter Wanda: Chief Data & Analytics Officer & Head of AI, Zurich Insurance.
- Waynn Wu: Chief Strategy Officer, Philip Morris International.
- Sergi Lérida: VP Integration and Transformation & Chief of Staff, Coca-Cola EuroPacific Partners.
- Michaela Mueller: Operational Excellence Leader, Vattenfall.
Why Attend:
- AI as a Human Enabler: Learn how to integrate Generative AI into processes without losing the “human-centric” heart of transformation.
- Fail Forward: Exclusive case study sessions on “How to Handle Business Transformation Failure”—learning from high-level errors to ensure future success.
- Grassroots to Boardroom: Discover how to build ownership of change across the entire company ecosystem, not just in silos.
- Agile ROI: Frameworks for demonstrating agile results and ROI to transparently communicate value to core stakeholders.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Beyond Project-Based Thinking: Moving from “one and done” fixes to continually evolving business-wide strategic objectives.
- Maximizing Technology-Driven Transformation: Minimizing risks of data security and bias in AI deployment.
- ESG as a Transformation Pillar: Leveraging sustainability initiatives (ESG) to strengthen organizational resilience.
- The Evolving Future Enterprise: Crafting a vision for the 2030 organization that balances humans and machines.
Target Audience: Chief Transformation Officers, VPs of Operational Excellence, Heads of Strategy, and AI & Data Analytics Leads from sectors like Aerospace, Insurance, Energy, and FMCG.
Registration & Pricing:
- Early Bird Special: Register by Friday, April 17, 2026, to save up to €800.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Business Transformation Europe Portal
- Download Prospectus: Enquire as a Sponsor or Delegate
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November 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Business Transformation, Enterprise Transformation, Agentic AI, Process Excellence & Change Culture.
- Dates: November 3–5, 2026.
- Location: Amsterdam Marriott Hotel, Stadhouderskade 12, 1054 ES Amsterdam, Netherlands.
- Summary: The Business Transformation Europe Summit is Europe’s premier cross-industry forum dedicated to scaling enterprise transformation and AI with people at the core. Addressing the staggering “95% failure rate of AI pilots,” this summit brings together change leaders to bridge the gap between boardroom ambition and frontline execution. The event provides a collaborative platform to align technological capability, strict governance, and human-centric corporate culture into a single, scalable enterprise strategy that delivers measurable end-to-end value.
Verified Key Speakers:
- Jan Provoost: Vice President Design Authority & Process Office, Tetra Pak
- Marc Muntermann: Head of Global Employment and Mobility/Head of HR Operational Transformation, Siemens Energy
- Rainer Grundmann: Global Head of Business Transformation, Balluff EMEA
- Tobias Dekker: Director of Strategy Implementation, Hanseatic Global Terminals
- Ilkka Lipasti: Global Business Transformation Leader, ABB
- Milan Lakhani: Director of Transformation and ESG Partner, Konica Minolta Business Solutions
- Bethania Ciocca: Head of Power, Propulsion and Auxiliaries, UK MoD
- Daniela General: Group Data & Analytics Head of Operational Excellence, Saint-Gobain
- Peter Bancroft: Group Chief Transformation Officer, Rubix
- Abhijeet Rana: Chief Transformation Officer, Caldic
- Nadya Kudelka: EBS Program Lead, E.ON
- Stefania Coppeta: Director, Enterprise Transformation, Stellantis
- Paavo Heikkinen: Head of BPM and Change Management, Bank Frick
- Clym Stock-Williams: Advisory Board Member, Vattenfall
- Sanjeev Shelar: Global Director of Business Transformation & Performance, Optum
- Mike Jefferson: VP Head of business operations for technology, Volvo Group
- Adamantios (Danis) Diamantakis: Senior Head of PMO & ESG, Groupama
- Christian Neurohr: Head of Operational Excellence & Business Performance, Basilea Pharmaceutica International Ltd
- Joseph Smith: VP Global Business Transformation & AI Consultant, Huawei
- Doron Cohen: Vice President, Global Commercial Transformation at Barry Callebaut, Barry Callebaut AG
- Maj-Britt Pohlmann: Head of Operational Transformation, Aurubis
- Valeriya Panyusko: Process Excellence Manager, ODDO BHF SA
- Apoorva Kumar: Senior Director-RGM Transformation, PepsiCo
- Gillian Nuttall: ESG Partner, Konica Minolta
- Tracy Youseph: DE&S Core UK, UK MoD
- Sonia van der Linden-Pugal: Director of CS Platforms, Booking.com
- Pedro Fonseca: Head of Cloud Center of Excellence, Saint-Gobain
- Susanne Parry: Chief Operating Officer, Cumberland Building Society
- Andreas Fischer: Head of Digital Transformation, Business Continuity Management and Awareness, Volkswagen Group
- Craig O’Dell: Senior Director Business Transformation – International, Avis Budget Group
- Duarte Afonso: Director, Transformation Office, TAP Air Portugal
- Sarah Merkes-Nielsen: Vice President, Digital Business Transformation Lead, Vestas
- Jo Franco-Wheeler: Vice President, People and Culture Business Transformation, Viasat
Why Attend:
- Move Beyond AI Pilots: Discover how leading enterprises successfully move beyond fragmented proof-of-concepts to build enterprise-wide AI strategies that scale.
- Co-Located Synergy: Benefit from full access to the co-located Agentic Transformation Summit, bridging the gap between agentic AI development and broader business acceptance.
- Candid Failure Analysis: Access real-world case studies detailing honest transformation setbacks to learn critical leadership lessons most organizations discover too late.
- Cross-Industry Benchmarking: Compare transformation maturity, priority roadmaps, and technological readiness against data from over 100 benchmarked U.S. and European enterprise leaders.
Key Topics & Themes:
- The Bottom-Up & Top-Down Balance: Empowering a sustainable, continuous improvement change culture that balances grassroots adoption with executive mandates.
- End-to-End Value Realization: Establishing a seamless, transparent link between corporate strategy, execution workflows, and absolute accountability.
- Designing Future Operating Models: Accelerating delivery by engineering scalable workflows that fluidly integrate people, processes, AI infrastructure, and data.
- The Agentic AI Horizon: Navigating high-impact executive alignment discussions between Chief Transformation Officers and Chief AI Officers (CAIOs).
Target Audience: Chief Transformation Officers, VPs, and Directors of Operational Excellence, Strategy Implementation, Change Management, Process Innovation, and Group Data & Analytics across sectors like manufacturing, energy, logistics, and pharmaceuticals.
Registration & Pricing:
- Action: Review the 2026 concept agenda, evaluate delegate ticket tiers, or inquire about partnership opportunities via the official IQPC Business Transformation portal.
Action (Call to Action):
- Book Your Ticket: Visit the Official Business Transformation Europe Summit Registration Page.
Contact Organizer:
- For Delegates: Harry Green, Head of Delegate Sales
- For Sponsors: Ilona Nersesyan, Partnership Director
- Primary Keyword Category: Convention & Event Venue Operations, Customer Experience, Digitalization, Sustainability & Risk Management.
- Dates: November 19–20, 2026 (08:30 – 17:00 CET).
- Location: Barcelona International Convention Centre (CCIB), Barcelona, Spain.
- Organizer: International Association of Convention Centres (AIPC).
- Summary: Built specifically for convention center professionals, this hands-on, peer-driven summit addresses increasing operational complexity, evolving technological requirements, and rising standards around sustainability, security, and customer delivery. The event focuses on behind-the-scenes execution—how to deliver high-profile, complex events smoothly, safely, and sustainably.
Key Topics & Program Highlights:
- Industry Venue Operations Update: Insights into current global operational frameworks and technical demands.
- Handover Protocols: Practical workflows for managing the critical transition from sales teams to event services.
- AI & Digitalization: Integrating AI tools, IT/AV infrastructure, and evolving technical solutions into venue operations.
- Resilience, SHEQ & Security: Establishing robust health, safety, risk, and operational security measures.
- Supplier Marketplace & Venue Experiences: Direct peer knowledge exchange alongside center-specific vendor solutions and venue tours.
Target Audience: Operational leaders within convention centers and major event venues, including COOs, Operations Directors, General Managers, Technical Operations Leads, AV/ICT Directors, Facilities & Building Managers, F&B/Catering Directors, and Security, Risk & SHEQ Specialists.
Pricing & Registration:
- Early Bird Registration (before October 1, 2026): €450 (includes daily lunch, coffee breaks, and closing cocktail).
- Regular Registration (after October 1, 2026): €550 (includes daily lunch, coffee breaks, and closing cocktail).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register: Visit Official AIPC Summit Portal
- Primary Keyword Category: Digital Transformation, Enterprise Technology, Intelligent Enterprise, Operational Strategy & Future Business.
- Dates: November 19, 2026 (08:15–17:15).
- Location: London, UK (Exact venue to be confirmed).
- Summary: The Digital Transformation Conference is a premier event exploring the ideas, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of business transformation and organizational success. Bringing together professionals from technology, operations, digital, and innovation, the conference focuses on how modern organizations adapt, evolve, and build future-ready enterprises. Through visionary keynotes, real-world case studies, and candid discussions, the event offers deep insights into navigating enterprise change from the leaders executing it from within global organizations.
Verified Past & Present Speakers:
- Arrie van der Dussen: Executive Director, Digital Services at AstraZeneca.
- Charlotte Walters: Head of Technology at HSBC.
- Gorden Pretorius: Chief Technology Officer at Checkatrade.
- Natalia Konstantinova: Lead Enterprise Architect at NatWest Group.
- Szymon Mitoraj: Executive Director, Strategy & Transformation at BNP Paribas.
- Polly Cook: Head of Services at Blood Cancer UK.
- Julia Kelidis: Change Director, AI at Clear Channel Outdoor Group.
- Nancy Ramos Guajardo: Senior Digital Change Agent at Crown Paints.
- Jack Maddock: Group Head of Product at Sky.
- Sarah Ilieva: Director, Digital at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
- Shikha Hornsey: Chief Technology Officer at Copyright Licensing Agency.
- Abdul Khaled: Head of Digital at E.ON Next.
Why Attend:
- Practical Insights: Gain real-world knowledge from transformation leaders spearheading change inside global brands.
- Cross-Industry Perspectives: Hear diverse viewpoints that challenge traditional frameworks and spark fresh operational ideas.
- Supplier Discovery: Connect with innovative service and solution providers tailored to advance enterprise capabilities.
- Comprehensive Learning & Connection: Maximize value in a short window through targeted networking sessions, an expo, and keynotes.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Intelligent Enterprise: Embedding AI, automation, and emerging technologies into core business operations for smarter decision-making and efficiency.
- Business Transformation: Navigating continuous change through modern operating models, digital strategy, and organizational redesign.
- Leadership & Workforce: Building adaptable corporate cultures and developing future-ready workforces to withstand rapid technological shifts.
- Innovation & Operational Strategy: Modernizing internal systems and frameworks to improve corporate resilience and secure a competitive advantage.
Target Audience: Senior business leaders, decision-makers, and professionals across Technology, Operations, Strategy, Digital, Innovation, Enterprise Architecture, and Change Management.
Registration & Pricing:
- End User Ticket (Super Early Bird): £99 + VAT (Strictly for corporate practitioners; not available to agencies, consultancies, or vendors).
- End User Plus Ticket (Super Early Bird): £119 + VAT (Includes standard access, OnDemand presentation resources, and access to the co-located AI in Business conference sessions).
- Supplier Ticket (Super Early Bird): £139 + VAT (Standard access for suppliers, vendors, recruitment, or consultancy firms).
- Supplier Plus Ticket (Super Early Bird): £159 + VAT (Full supplier access plus OnDemand resources and co-located AI in Business conference sessions).
Action (Call to Action):
- Book Tickets: Visit the Official Digital Transformation Conference London Portal
Contact Organizer:
- Speaking Opportunities: Chris Towers
- Sponsorship, Exhibiting & General Enquiries: Roar Media Ltd Sales & Support Teams
- Primary Keyword Category: Operational Excellence, Business Transformation, Continuous Improvement & AI/Hyperautomation Strategy.
- Dates: November 25–27, 2026.
- Location: Berlin, Germany (plus Live Online/Hybrid).
- Organizer: Primo Eventi (Global summit series since 2012).
- Target Audience: Senior executives in Operational Excellence, Enterprise Transformation, Continuous Improvement, Process Governance, and Intelligent Automation (e.g., COOs, Chief Transformation Officers, Chief Digital Officers, Heads of OpEx).
- Summary: GREF 2026 brings together over 300 senior leaders and 40+ speakers to tackle enterprise-wide transformation challenges, modern operational models, and AI integration. The summit focuses on embedding a sustainable continuous improvement culture into organizational DNA and leveraging hyperautomation for long-term growth.
Verified Speaker Roster:
- Serkan Atlas: Head of Operational Excellence EMEA, ofi (Olam Food Ingredients)
- Kirsten Hawle: Director Business Improvement, Vestas
- Roland Flaig: Managing Director, ANEO Sweden
- Jarosław Kulik: Process Excellence & Analytics Leader, Philip Morris International
- Anthony Savell: Head of Business Optimisation, Close Brothers
- Daniel Jenkinson: Former Senior Continuous Improvement Expert, Amazon
- Eimantas Sinkevicius: VP Operational Excellence & Strategic Growth, AVIV Group
- Ruchi Shah: Operational Excellence & Transformation Director, Yara International
- Ýr Gunnarsdóttir: Head of Business Transformation, TRESOIS
Key Topics & Focus Tracks:
- Focus Tracks: Business Transformation, Digital OpEx Strategy, Change Management, AI & Intelligent Automation.
- Building Enterprise Commitment to Change and practical governance blueprints.
- AI Pilot Blueprints & Hyperautomation strategies for scaling.
- Continuous improvement culture and actionable operational strategies.
- Featured Case Studies: Amazon, Bayer, P&G, Pfizer, BASF, and Vestas.
Pricing & Pass Investment:
- 3-Day In-Person Conference (includes Gala Dinner & Workshops): €2,899 + VAT.
- Virtual Online Pass (Livestream + Q&A + Session Recordings): €2,499 + VAT.
- Group Pass (3+ In-Person): €2,599 per person + VAT.
Related Recommended Event:
- The Global Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) Project Management Forum 2026 (April 22–24, 2026 | Berlin & Virtual).
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Pass: Visit Official GREF Portal
- Inquire: Email allan.bernard@conference-nrg.com or call +420 720 940 653.
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December 2025 Events
- Primary Keyword Category: Operational Excellence, Enterprise Systems Design, Human-Centered Transformation & Behavioral Mindsets.
- Dates: December 3–4, 2026.
- Location: 51 Aleja 3 Maja, Kraków, 30-062, Poland.
- Theme: “Accelerating Human-Centered Transformation”.
- Summary: Organized by the Shingo Institute at Utah State University’s Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, Shingo Connect: Europe convenes continuous improvement leaders across the EMEA region. The summit centers on aligning operational systems, technologies, and corporate structures directly with human behavior, cultural principles, and purposeful leadership to achieve sustainable organizational excellence.
Verified Keynote Speakers:
- Elizabeth Gauthier: Site Lead, Zimmer Biomet.
- Moustafa Abdellatif: Hub Transformation Lead, Suez Canal Container Terminal.
- Lucie Gérard: Plant Manager, AGC Glass Europe.
Notable Enterprise Representation:
- Case studies, sessions, and participation from top global brands including LEGO, Abbott, Stryker, Pentair, Jabil, APM Terminals, La Lorraine Bakery Group, and Smith & Nephew.
Why Attend:
- Scientific Method & Behaviors: Deep-dive sessions on applying the scientific method to operational problem-solving while building ideal behavioral mindsets across all organizational tiers.
- Multilingual Access: On-site translation services provided throughout keynotes and concurrent tracks.
- Cross-Industry Benchmarking: Structured networking with executive peers from manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, mining, and government sectors.
Key Topics & Themes:
- Human-Centered Transformation: Bridging the gap between technological capabilities and workplace culture.
- Systems Alignment: Ensuring every organizational process reflects core principle-based management.
- Storytelling & Case Studies: Unfiltered accounts of organizational struggles, leadership humility, and measurable transformation success.
Target Audience: Chief Operating Officers, VPs of Continuous Improvement, Plant Managers, Site Leads, and Operational Excellence Directors across European and global enterprises.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official Shingo Connect: Europe Registration Portal
- Inquire: Contact Mary Price via email at mary.price@usu.edu or by phone at +1.435.760.0711.
- Primary Keyword Category: Business Transformation, Operational Excellence, AI-Powered Governance & Next-Gen Process Excellence.
- Dates: December 11-12, 2025 (Draft Agenda references December 9-10, 2025).
- Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Summary: The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Middle East (ME) Confex is a premier platform bringing together government and enterprise leaders to explore strategies for driving national visions, building smart economies, and achieving unprecedented process efficiency. As the region experiences a profound transformation driven by massive economic diversification and technological expansion, this summit focuses on harnessing the intersection of Operational Excellence, cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (including Generative AI), and Intelligent Business Process Management (BPM) to build resilient, efficient, and future-proof production and administrative ecosystems.
Verified Key Speakers:
- Announcing Soon (Call for Speakers is currently active).
Why Attend:
- Align with National Visions: Deepen your understanding of how organizations can strategically align with and benefit from expansive regional development plans like Saudi Vision 2030 and UAE Centennial 2071.
- Access Key Decision-Makers: Network directly with public sector entities, government officials, and high-level enterprise executives who are actively steering the Middle East’s modern transformation.
- Gain Insights into Giga-Projects: Discover the complex operational frameworks, unique management methodologies, and challenges involved in executing the region’s landmark mega-projects.
- Explore Smart City Solutions: Investigate the latest deployments of AI, IoT, and advanced data analytics engineered to power smart cities, optimize vital resource management, and drive data-backed economies.
Key Topics & Themes:
- National Vision Realization: Applying transformation and operational excellence frameworks to manage public sector modernization and large-scale infrastructure deployment.
- AI-Driven Governance & Smart Economies: Integrating AI within OpEx to optimize municipal services, improve efficiency, and elevate technological agility across industries.
- Process Management for Growth Sectors (BPM): Designing robust, scalable, and agile BPM architectures to ensure immediate operational efficiency across rapidly growing markets like tourism, entertainment, and advanced manufacturing.
Target Audience: Government Officials, Public Sector Leaders, C-Level Executives, VPs and Directors of Operations, Business Transformation Managers, Operational Excellence Leaders, and Continuous Improvement Specialists across growth industries.
Registration & Pricing:
- Standard Delegate: $1,200 USD (Full Price: $2,000 USD; includes 40% off early bird incentives ending September 28th). Offers access to the full conference, exhibition areas, presentations, and unlimited networking.
- Exhibitor: $7,500 USD. Includes a 3mx3m exhibition space, complete delegate list access, panelist eligibility, dedicated account management, and 1-to-1 networking opportunities.
Action (Call to Action):
- Register Now: Visit Official TrEx Middle East Confex Portal
Contact Organizer:
- Inquiries & Support: info@trexconfex.com / cs@confexco.com
- Phone: +91 8007860989 (Confexco Flagship Event Series, Pune, India)