**The AI Balancing Act: Philly Tech Leaders Talk Innovation, Risk & ROI**

AI is everywhere — shaping how we work, build, and grow**.** It’s opening huge opportunities, but it also comes with big questions around cost, risk, and real-world impact. And with Q4 pressures in full swing, leaders everywhere are being asked to *do more with less — and do it smarter.*

That’s exactly what we’ll be digging into at this Tech in Motion **Leadership Roundtable + Networking Night** at **Mindspace Wanamaker in Center City.** Expect a candid conversation on making AI work in the real world — balancing innovation with tighter budgets, leaner teams, and rising expectations. You’ll hear directly from local execs sharing what they've learned with plenty of time to connect, swap ideas, and grow your local network.

**[Make sure to register here to save your spot!](https://ctrly.io/VadEQ)**[ ](https://ctrly.io/VadEQ)

**What You'll Learn:**

* **The AI Balancing Act**: How to identify AI investments that truly align with your organization’s strengths and deliver measurable value.
* **Scaling Responsibly**: Lessons from leaders who’ve moved beyond pilots to enterprise-wide AI adoption.
* **Innovation Under Pressure**: Real-world use cases where AI has driven efficiency, cost savings, and new revenue opportunities despite limited resources
* **Budgets vs. Risk Exposure**: Strategies for driving cost efficiency without leaving critical vulnerabilities unaddressed.
* **Future-Ready Talent:** Evolving workforce strategies to support innovation and adaptability in lean times.

**Who You'll Hear From:**

* RJ Kedziora, Co-Founder & COO, Estenda Solutions *(Your Moderator)*
* Beth Finn, Program Director, Elsevier
* Steven Singer, CIO, Julius Silvert
* Lalit Panda, CEO & Managing Partner, Versento
* Kristen Bender, Former CIO, Navico Group
* *+ more voices from Philly's tech leadership community*

Bring your questions, your perspective, and your business cards — it’ll be a great night of learning, sharing, and networking with fellow tech leaders across industries.

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AI, Budgets, & the Bottom Line: A Tech Leadership Roundtable

Mindspace Wanamaker 

**AI, Budgets & the Bottom Line: A Tech Leadership Roundtable**

AI is everywhere — shaping how we work, build, and grow. It’s opening huge opportunities, but it also comes with big questions around cost, risk, and real-world impact. And with Q4 pressures in full swing, leaders everywhere are being asked to *do more with less — and do it smarter.*

[Join us virtually ](https://events.techinmotion.com/ai-leadership-roundtable?utm_source=meetup-tim&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ai-leadership-roundtable-philly)for this Leadership Roundtable, livestreamed from Mindspace Wanamaker in Center City. You’ll get an insider’s look at how top Philly tech execs are navigating the “AI balancing act” — and take away insights you can use in your own city and context.

**[Register here to reserve your virtual seat!](https://events.techinmotion.com/ai-leadership-roundtable?utm_source=meetup-tim&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ai-leadership-roundtable-philly)**

**What You'll Learn:**

* **The AI Balancing Act**: How to identify AI investments that truly align with your organization’s strengths and deliver measurable value.
* **Scaling Responsibly**: Lessons from leaders who’ve moved beyond pilots to enterprise-wide AI adoption.
* **Innovation Under Pressure**: Real-world use cases where AI has driven efficiency, cost savings, and new revenue opportunities despite limited resources
* **Budgets vs. Risk Exposure**: Strategies for driving cost efficiency without leaving critical vulnerabilities unaddressed.
* **Future-Ready Talent:** Evolving workforce strategies to support innovation and adaptability in lean times.

**Who You'll Hear From:**

* RJ Kedziora, Co-Founder & COO, Estenda Solutions *(Your Moderator)*
* Beth Finn, Program Director, Elsevier
* Steven Singer, CIO, Julius Silvert
* Lalit Panda, CEO & Managing Partner, Versento
* Kristen Bender, Former CIO, Navico Group

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AI, Budgets & the Bottom Line: A Tech Leadership Roundtable

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