Main Stage MC
DC Cahalane
Venture Partner
Sure Valley Ventures
Morning Block Opens
Stage Closes @ 13:05
| KEYNOTE | |
| 10:00 - 10:20 | Gen AI Opportunities for Tomorrow with Google Cloud |
| Explore the transformative power of Generative AI and how Google Cloud enables successful implementation. Learn best practices, understand industry use cases, and assess your organisation's AI readiness for a competitive edge. | |
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Sebastian Haire Head of Strategic Partnerships - Startups, UK/I |
| JOINT FIRESIDE | |
| 10:30 - 10:50 | Navigating Marketing's AI Transformation |
| A dynamic talk that explores how AI is revolutionizing marketing strategies, consumer engagement, and data analysis. It emphasises the critical choice facing marketers: to either embrace AI and become disruptors or risk being left behind by this technological wave. The talk will cover the latest AI-driven marketing tools and techniques, showcasing how they offer unprecedented insights and efficiency. | |
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Madhu Nayyar Senior Consultant GlobalLogic |
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Vidhya Raman Senior Director, Data Science Integral Ad Science |
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SPEAKER CHAIR Adebola Olomo Founder & CEO, Deefrent Media Agency Communications Lead, Women in AI Ireland |
| JOINT FIRESIDE | |
| 11:00 - 11:20 | AI Solutions for Global Challenges |
| This session showcases how enterprises across various sectors are deploying AI technologies to create innovative solutions for environmental sustainability, healthcare, education, and social equity. This talk aims to inspire business leaders, technologists, and change-makers by demonstrating how corporate initiatives and AI can converge to make a significant, positive impact on global challenges, proving that business can indeed be a powerful force for good. | |
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Marie Toft Founder and CEO Emotionise AI |
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Dr. Irina Mirkina Innovation Manager – AI Lead UNICEF |
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SPEAKER CHAIR George Maybury Enterprise and Public Sector Director Dell |
| PANEL | |
| 11:30 - 12:00 | AI's Next Leap for Enterprise + Startups |
| A forward looking panel discussion that will explore how emerging AI technologies are being integrated into established businesses and how they are driving innovation in the startup world. The panel will provide insights into the synergies between large-scale enterprises and agile startups, highlighting collaborative opportunities, challenges, and strategies for leveraging AI to drive growth and competitiveness. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how AI is not just a tool for optimisation but a transformative force that is creating new business models and redefining industry standards in both traditional enterprises and disruptive startups. | |
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Kieran McCorry National Technology Officer Microsoft |
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Stephen Redmond Director, Head of Data Analytics & AI BearingPoint |
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Bronagh Riordan Head of Data & Analytics Primark |
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SPEAKER CHAIR Barry Downes Managing Partner Sure Valley Ventures |
| JOINT FIRESIDE | |
| 12:10 - 12:30 | Practical Applications of Deploying AI within Healthcare |
| This session brings together leading experts and practitioners to explore how AI technologies are being integrated into healthcare systems to improve patient outcomes, enhance diagnostic accuracy, and streamline operations. Attendees will gain insights into real-world examples of AI deployment, from predictive analytics in patient care to AI-driven diagnostic tools and personalised medicine. The panel will also address the challenges and ethical considerations of implementing AI in healthcare, offering a comprehensive view and future possibilities. | |
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Guglielmo Iozzia Associate Director - Data Science, ML/AI, Computer Vision MSD |
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Nicole Baker CEO biologit |
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MODERATOR CHAIR Gerard Quinn VP of Innovation & Informatics ICON |
| JOINT FIRESIDE | |
| 12:40 - 13:00 | Risk Mitigation in AI: From Model Building to latest AI technologies |
| A comprehensive talk that explores the diverse applications of artificial intelligence in reducing and managing risks across various domains. The talk will cover the role of AI in building robust predictive models that aid in identifying potential risks in business operations, financial markets, and other critical areas. Attendees will gain insights into the latest AI technologies and methodologies that are being employed to foresee, evaluate, and mitigate risks effectively. | |
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Simon Shortt Managing Director, Data and Technology Transformation FTI Consulting |
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Dr. Chris Hokamp Principal Scientist Quantexa |
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SPEAKER CHAIR Onur Korucu Managing Partner, GovernID Global Ambassador & Council, WomenTech |
Break
Afternoon Block Start Time: 14:00
| FIRESIDE | |
| 14:05 - 14:25 | Balancing the Equation: Ethical Strategies for Bias-Free AI |
| This engaging discussion focuses on the strategies and best practices necessary to create AI systems that are not only technologically advanced but also free from biases. The talk will explore the challenges in identifying and eliminating biases in AI algorithms, the importance of diverse data sets, and the role of ethical guidelines in AI development. | |
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Chandler C. Morse Vice President, Corporate Affairs Workday |
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SPEAKER CHAIR Andreea Wade VP of Product Strategy iCIMS |
| PANEL | |
| 14:35 - 15:00 | Irish AI Ecosystem: Gathering the Tribes |
| An insightful talk that brings together the brightest minds and most innovative players in the Irish AI community, highlighting the unique strengths, challenges, and opportunities within the Irish AI ecosystem. The talk will explore how startups to established tech giants, academic researchers to industry practitioners collaborating and competing to drive AI forward in Ireland. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the current state of AI in Ireland, the key trends shaping its future, and the collaborative efforts uniting these diverse groups towards common goals. | |
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Tracey Donnery Executive Director, Policy & Communications Skillnet Ireland |
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James Conway Director - Data Science, AI & ML Mastercard |
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SPEAKER CHAIR John O’Dea CEO TechIreland |
| PANEL | |
| 15:10 - 15:35 | Disinformation Is Real: Solving the Deep Fake Dilemma |
| We will explore the technological advancements behind deep fake creation and the challenges they pose in spreading false information. The talk will highlight the latest detection methods and countermeasures being developed to combat these sophisticated digital deceptions. Attendees will gain insights into the ethical implications, legal considerations, and the broader societal impact of deep fakes. The session aims to foster a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding this issue and the collaborative efforts required to mitigate its effects. | |
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Ezi Ozoani AI & Ethics Research Engineer Hugging Face |
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Dr Brendan Spillane Assistant Professor School of Information and Communication Studies, UCD Funded Investigator, SFI ADAPT Centre |
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Dan Purcell CEO and Co-Founder Ceartas |
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MODERATOR Adi Gaskell Innovation Researcher & Writer Forbes, The Huffington Post & BBC |
| PANEL | |
| 15:45 - 16:15 | Charting an Ethical Course in Global AI Governance |
| A comprehensive talk focusing on how individuals and organisations are gearing up for the challenges of AI governance and privacy. This talk explores the essential strategies for managing AI systems, encompassing both the technical aspects and the evolving legal and regulatory requirements. It highlights the need for a balanced approach to AI innovation, ensuring ethical integrity and legal compliance. | |
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Emma Redmond Associate General Counsel, Head of Privacy and Data Protection OpenAI |
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Barry Scannell AI Law Expert William Fry |
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SPEAKER CHAIR Emerald de Leeuw Global Head of Privacy & AI Governance Logitech |
| PANEL | |
| 16:25 - 16:45 | The Impact of AI on Emerging Solutions |
| The panel will dive into the ways AI is driving innovation, enhancing efficiency, and creating new opportunities in these industries. Attendees will hear about the challenges and successes of integrating AI into business models, the potential for disruption, and the future outlook for these industries in an AI-driven world. | |
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Shana Chu Founder & CEO Tailr |
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Ciaran O’Mara CTO & Co-founder Protex AI |
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Garry Tiscovschi Co-Founder & Managing Director Kreoh |
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MODERATOR DC Cahalane Venture Partner Sure Valley Ventures |
| HYBRID FIRESIDE | |
| 16:55 - 17:15 | The Evolution of Neural Networks |
| This insightful discussion explores the parallels and intersections between neuronal networks in the human brain and the bytes of data processed by artificial neural networks. Experts in the field will discuss how understanding the complexities of the human brain inspires advancements in AI, leading to more sophisticated and efficient neural network designs bybridging the gap between biological brain functions and artificial intelligence. | |
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Jack McCauley Innovator in Residence, Berkeley University Co-Founder, Oculus |
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Professor John D Kelleher Director of ADAPT/ Chair of Artificial Intelligence The SFI Research Centre for AI-Driven Digital Content Technology/ Trinity Dublin College |
| 17:30 | Networking Drinks, Upper Concourse |
Enterprise Stage MC
Ross O’Leary
Head of Emerging Technologies
Beachhut PR
Morning Block Opens
Stage Closes @ 13:05
| PANEL | |
| 10:00 - 10:20 | Insights from AI Founders on ''The good, the bad, and the promising'' |
| Insights from Ireland's Top Founders on ''The Good, The Bad, and The Promising" is a candid and enlightening talk that brings together some of Ireland's most successful entrepreneurs to share their journeys in the tech industry. This session offers a rare glimpse into the realities of startup life, from the exhilarating highs of breakthrough success to the challenging lows of navigating setbacks. The talk aims to provide a balanced perspective on the entrepreneurial experience, highlighting not just the successes but also the resilience required in the face of adversity. | |
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Veronica Breene CEO & Founder Vesta Insights |
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Dr. Martin Clancy Founder AI:OK |
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SPEAKER CHAIR Ronan Murphy Founder & Executive Chairman Smarttech247 |
| WORKSHOP | |
| 10:30 - 10:45 | Bridging Visions and Realities: Presidio's Role in Bringing Customer-Driven AI and Gen AI to Life |
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John Murphy Principal Solutions Architect Presidio |
| WORKSHOP | |
| 10:55 - 11:15 | The Future of Software Development with Multi Agent Architectures |
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John Frizelle Chief Technology Officer Sure Valley Ventures |
| WORKSHOP | |
| 11:25 - 11:40 | Building a Global Data Foundation that Powers Web Analytics, ML and LLM |
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Patrick Callinan Director of Data Strategy and Insights CarTrawler |
| GOOGLE WORKSHOP | |
| 11:50 - 12:05 | Building Gen AI on Google Cloud: Use Cases and Technical Deepdive |
This session is designed for business leaders, developers, and innovators seeking a competitive edge. Get hands on with Gen AI on Google Cloud and explore:
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Lea Ansorge Customer Engineer Google Cloud |
| FIRESIDE | |
| 12:15 - 12:35 | AI for Good: Generative AI and Making a Difference |
| This discussion spotlights the innovative ways in which businesses are leveraging AI technologies to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges. From enhancing sustainability efforts to improving healthcare outcomes and advancing educational opportunities, this session explores the breadth of positive impacts AI can have when aligned with humanitarian goals. | |
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Brad Mallard CTO Version 1 |
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SPEAKER CHAIR Joan Mulvihill Digitalisation and Sustainability Lead Siemens |
| BEARINGPOINT WORKSHOP | |
| 12:45 - 13:00 | Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with Line of Business Data |
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Phillip Fitzpatrick Director of Microsoft Services BearingPoint Ireland |
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Ayesha Imtiaz Manager within Modern Workplace Team BearingPoint Ireland |
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Ajay Thakur Senior Technology Consultant BearingPoint Ireland |
Break
Afternoon Block Start Time: 14:00
| PANEL | |
| 14:10 - 14:30 | Ireland's AI Leap: Becoming a Global Player in 5 Years |
| A forward-looking talk that outlines key sign posts on the roadmap for Ireland to establish itself as a leading force in the global AI landscape within the next half-decade. This session delves into the critical steps, from fostering innovation and nurturing talent to implementing supportive policies and embracing ethical guidelines. | |
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Mark Kelly Co-Founder & Chief Customer Officer, Alldus Founder, AI Ireland |
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Paul Walsh Analytics & AI Innovation Director Accenture |
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MODERATOR Niamh Sterling EIR Dogpatch Labs |
| FIRESIDE | |
| 14:40 - 15:00 | Space: AI - Extending the mobile App Store ecosystem to Space with IBM and Ubotica |
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Anton Whalley Senior Technology Partner Specialist IBM |
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Fintan Buckley Co-founder & CEO Ubotica |
| GOOGLE WORKSHOP | |
| 15:10 - 15:25 | Building Gen AI on Google Cloud: Use cases and technical deepdive |
This session is designed for business leaders, developers, and innovators seeking a competitive edge. Get hands on with Gen AI on Google Cloud and explore:
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Elise Landman Customer Engineer Google Cloud |
| JOINT FIRESIDE | |
| 15:35 - 15:55 | What's Wrong With AI? |
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Rena Maycock Founder Cilter |
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Jared Browne Group Head of Data Privacy Fexco |
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SPEAKER CHAIR Joan Mulvihill Digitalisation and Sustainability Lead Siemens |
| JOINT FIRESIDE | |
| 16:05 - 16:25 | Practical Steps to Unlocking AI's Value Within Organisations |
| This talk will share experiences in helping companies unlock the value of AI, including practical strategies for navigating the Generative AI lifecycle. This session is ideal for anyone looking to integrate AI into their organisations, offering insights on identifying impactful use cases, streamlining development, and overcoming adoption challenges. | |
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Maryrose Lyons Founder AI Institute |
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Richard Skinner CEO PhasedAI |
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John Moriarty Head of Product Design Datarobot |
| INTEGRAL AD SCIENCE (IAS) WORKSHOP | |
| 16:35 - 16:50 | Beyond Impressions: Navigating the AI Landscape in Adtech |
| Join us for a workshop designed to introduce attendees to AI advancements in Adtech. In this session, participants will learn about advanced strategies and emerging trends reshaping the Adtech industry. Through practical, real-world examples, attendees will gain insights into how AI is utilised by Integral Ad Science (IAS) for contextual advertising, and more. | |
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Ravi Yadav Senior Data Scientist IAS |
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Lokesh Jain Senior Machine Learning Operations Engineer IAS |
| WORKSHOP | |
| 17:00 - 17:15 | AI in Knowledge Management - Practical Applications |
| One of the most promising applications of AI is in knowledge management systems, where organisations and individuals are dealing with vast amounts of information. Storing, processing and, most importantly, deriving value from this data can be prohibitively expensive. In this session, we'll explore the innovative Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) technology and present real-world use cases that demonstrate its transformative impact. | |
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Iman Zolanvari CEO & Founder Jarvic.ai |
| 17:30 | Networking Drinks, Upper Concourse |
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