EY at Ai4 2025

Generative AI: Foundation and Strategy Track

Title:

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not your strategy — it is your mirror and your reset button

Session Description:

AI reveals what your business is (and is not) ready for. Broken processes produce broken automation — start designing for what AI can do.

Many organizations think AI will change their business. What it can do is reveal the flaws in how decisions are made, how data is governed and whether people are ready to change. AI does not fix strategy — it exposes it. Successful AI initiatives require redesigning core processes to align with how AI actually works. The real win is transformation.

Join us to hear lessons from the field while reflecting on how YOU can challenge how things have always been to capitalize on how things CAN be in this era of AI.

Speakers:

• Stephanie Franklin-Thomas, VP/Global Chief Information Security Officer, Medtronic
• Nana Ahwoi, Americas Consumer and Health Cybersecurity Industry Leader, EY

CAIO, CIO, & IT Leaders Track

Title:

Transforming vision into value: strategic artificial intelligence leadership for lasting impact

Session Description:

In a world where innovation is the norm, the challenge lies in translating leading-edge artificial intelligence (AI) concepts into tangible business outcomes.

This session invites AI leaders to explore the critical journey from visionary ideas to impactful execution. We will delve into strategies for identifying high-value AI initiatives, overcoming scaling challenges and fostering a culture of collaboration across teams.

With a focus on harnessing AI not just as a tool but as a transformative force, this session will equip leaders to drive sustainable growth and a competitive advantage across any sector. Join us to discover how to lead with purpose and make AI a cornerstone of your organizational strategy.

Speakers:

• Joseph Simonis, Chief Data Scientist, Edward Jones 
• Sasha Ostojic, AI Wealth Management Solutions Leader, EY