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About the event
Strategic AI Transformation: From Vision to Competitive Advantage
At the intersection of technological innovation and strategic foresight, the AWS AI First Executive Forum is designed for senior leadership to architect their organization's AI-driven future. This invite-only forum is designed exclusively for Philippines’ most forward-thinking executives at the forefront of the AI-first economy, driving sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
It is for decision-makers who view AI as a fundamental business strategy that reshapes organizational global and regional competitiveness.
Event Key Highlights:
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Industry Expert Insights: Engage in high-impact dialogues with AWS expert, industry visionaries, and AI transformation experts, uncovering strategic frameworks for AI-first strategy.
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AI-driven Future Intelligence: Discover breakthrough AI strategies that are redefining competitive landscapes in Financial Services, Manufacturing, Retail, and emerging sectors.
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Real-World Use Cases: Gain insights into the proven AI applications and connect with leading technology leaders and innovators who are driving the next wave of innovation.
Speakers
Unni Pillai
Head of Technology – Financial Services
AWS
Arvind Mathur
Executive in Residence
AWS
What You'll Walk Away With
Implementation-Ready Partnerships
Direct connections to partners ready to deploy these solutions in your environment
AWS Funding Roadmap
Clear understanding of credits, programs, and co-investment opportunities available to you
Architectural Blueprints
Proven reference architectures you can adapt to your specific use cases
Concrete Next Steps
Proven reference architectures you can adapt to your specific use cases
Whether you're in financial services, retail, manufacturing, or any industry looking to scale operations with AI — you'll discover solutions purpose-built for your challenges.
Agenda Flow
Time
What You'll Experience
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Registration & Networking
9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Opening Keynote: The Agentic AI Opportunity in ASEAN & How AWS Can Accelerate POCs to Production
9:50 AM - 10:10 AM
Partner Showcase 1: Live Demo + Q&A
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM
Partner Showcase 2: Live Demo + Q&A
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Partner Showcase 3: Live Demo + Q&A
10:50 AM - 11:00 AM
Break
11:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Partner Showcase 4: Live Demo + Q&A
11:20 AM - 11:40 AM
Partner Showcase 5: Live Demo + Q&A
11:40 AM - 12:00 PM
Closing
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Breakout into stations
Lunch
Agenda Flow
Breakfast & Registration
FSI Track
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
General Session | Country Opening
FSI Track
9:30 AM - 9:40 AM
Unni Pillai, Head of Technology - Financial Services, AWS
General Session | AI Keynote: A Leader's Guide to Agentic AI: The Future of Work
FSI Track
9:40 AM - 10:10 AM
Arvind Mathur, Executive in Residence, AWS
General Session | OpenAI
FSI Track
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM
Industry Breakout | 15 min break
FSI Track
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Industry Breakout | Navigating the Shift: Strategy, Regulation, and the Philippines AI Roadmap
FSI Track
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Industry Breakout | Customer Panel: From Customers to Products — How AI is Rewriting the Rules of Operations
FSI Track
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Industry Breakout | Solution Showcase
FSI Track
11:30 AM - 12:10 PM
Closing
FSI Track
12:10 PM - 12:25 PM
Break & Lunch Setup
FSI Track
12:25 PM - 12:30 PM
Networking Lunch
FSI Track
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Hosted by
Venue
Grand Hyatt Manila, BGC
8th Avenue, corner 35th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, 1635 Metro Manila