May 6, 2026 · Scheman Building, Ames, IA

Facilitated Discussion: Production & Operations

This session is an open, attendee-driven discussion focused on themes from the Production & Operations track. Facilitated by the Summit Director, it will be shaped by participant questions, experiences, and real-world challenges. Speakers will contribute, but the emphasis is on shared insights around manufacturing, process improvement, data use, and applying AI in operations.

Ready or Not: Change and Adaptation to AI and the Future Organization

AI is transforming how we work but success depends on how leaders model and manage change. This session explores the human side of AI adoption: reducing resistance, building clarity, strengthening trust, and guiding teams through uncertainty. Walk away with practical strategies to lead adaptation with confidence and empathy.

Operationalizing AI for Sales Excellence

AI‑powered pricing insights, deal‑risk alerts, and value‑based recommendations elevate sales productivity, win rates, and pricing consistency. This session equips leaders to operationalise AI and unlock scalable, measurable revenue impact across their commercial organisation.

The Strategic Stack: Overcoming AI Slop

Most AI marketing content is forgettable slop. Yours doesn’t have to be. Discover the Strategic Stack framework — the craft approach that makes AI-assisted marketing actually better, not just faster. So your work stands out instead of getting lost in everyone else’s AI-generated noise.