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

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 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!

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