Welcome and Kick Off // Trends and Priorities in AI

August 18, 2025

Prerequisite: None

Fern Halper, Ph.D.

VP and Sr. Research Director

TDWI

Evan Levy

CBIP

Partner

Integral Data, LLC

As AI continues to reshape industries, organizations are navigating new opportunities and challenges in leveraging its full potential. In this opening session, moderators Fern Halper and Evan Levy will set the stage for the rest of the Summit by exploring key AI trends and priorities drawn from TDWI research. They will provide insights into where organizations are focusing their AI investments, the obstacles they face, and the strategies driving AI success.

This session will also offer a preview of the Summit agenda, highlighting the discussions, expert perspectives, and real-world use cases that will unfold throughout the event.

Agenda Key

  • Analyst Insights: the latest trends and research delivered by TDWI analysts.
  • Expert Best Practices: experts, with in-the-trenches expertise, focus on best practices and successful real-world applications
  • Curated Case Studies: case studies, delivered by experts in the field, with a focus on actionable takeaways
  • Industry Perspectives: sponsor insights on data and AI landscape
  • Workshop: interactive session where leaders come together with peers, with an expert facilitator, to discuss common challenges and proven best practices

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TDWI Modern Data Leader's Summit:
2025 San Diego

Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel
1 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101
August 18–19