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Business-Critical AI Symposium



Houston Strategy Forum

Business-Critical AI Symposium


Theme:“AI Strategy & Execution”


Wednesday, September 25, 2024 ● 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM ● Petroleum Club, Downtown Houston





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Includes lunch for all attendees.

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About the Business-Critical IT Symposium Series





The Houston Strategy Forum is hosting a series of Business-Critical AI & Digital Technology symposiums to vigorously discuss generating the largest impact on the top and bottom line by leveraging the latest information technology. We do not want to discuss technology, we want to discuss how to manage and apply technology, so it creates the biggest strategic impact.

The format of our symposiums is unique and different. We are not a presentation forum, we are a discussion forum. No fluff. Real, probing discussions with not just speakers, but the attendees as well. We do not invite the press and follow Chatham House Rules so we can have an open, safe dialog. Our speakers & attendees gain practical insights that cannot be gained from the perfunctory discussions at other conferences.

The mission of these Business-Critical Digital Technology symposiums is to foster a vibrant community of smart business and technology leaders who understand what it takes to leverage technology for successful business outcomes, share openly about their mistakes, discuss vigorously and candidly, and help each other overcome their blind spots.



Symposium Context — “AI Strategy & Execution”





AI driven Strategic Business Transformation

How should a B2B company’s strategy be transformed to incorporate AI driven change and capabilities? What should be a company’s AI strategy? How do you leverage AI to create a business-critical impact?

Are company strategies changing to reflect AI capabilities or are strategies oblivious to AI? How are companies fostering a culture that embraces AI and innovation at the executive level?

What should be the goals associated with AI adoption? Which B2B companies have delivered significant business outcomes due to AI?




AI Infrastructure and Execution

What are the challenges and pitfalls in AI adoption? Why do only a small percentage of AI pilot projects go on to become full-fledged enterprise-wide successes? Which are the critical success factors?

What are the challenges of scaling AI in complex infrastructures with legacy systems? With AI's reliance on massive data sets, how are industries managing data sovereignty? How will cybersecurity address AI related exposures? How do you measure AI ROI?

How should companies enhance AI skills and expertise?




Our Unique Format

What Makes Us Different?





Houston Strategy Forum events are innovative. No speeches. No PowerPoint presentations. They are open and down-to-earth discussions with our speakers. Our format is a relaxed, intimate, fireside-style chat. And, always unscripted!



Over the years, we have had top CEOs and executives share their deepest thoughts and feelings that you would never hear in a regular conference. We respect and value that interaction greatly — it is what makes us the preeminent discussion forum.



Our business talk show format facilitates an energetic, meaningful, and respectful exchange of ideas between our speakers and attendees. Our goal is to get a majority of the attendees to contribute to the discussion. When that happens — it creates magic!



We receive rave reviews about our format both from our speakers and attendees.

To encourage an open and candid discussion we follow Chatham House rules.   


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Fee Schedule



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Category          Fees
Visitor   $499
Priority-Table Seat   $599
Head-Table Seat + Private Reception (Sponsorship addon)   $1499
Table of 10 - Priority Placement   $4999
General Member   $299
Strategic Members $0

3% credit card fees apply.


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1. Build relationships with Houston's top executives
2. Contribute your ideas and thoughts to the discussion
3. Learn from our speakers through a vigorous and interactive discussion


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Cancellation, Miscellaneous Information


CANCELLATION POLICY:

For VISITORS: Sorry, we do not offer refunds to visitors or prospective members. You are welcome to send a substitute. A substitution charge of $50 applies. To register the substitute, use the registration category, "Substituting for a Visitor." On the next page of registration, indicate the name of the person whom you are substituting.

FOR GENERAL MEMBERS: If you let us know at least one week prior, we will credit your HSF account for the fees, so you can apply the fees toward a future event.

FOR STRATEGIC MEMBERS: Strategic Members attend all events for no charge (if registered in time). Since Strategic Membership is tied to specific individuals, substitutions are not allowed if you cannot make it to the event.

Dress Code: Business Professional


PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT:

Houston Strategy Forum expects professional conduct from all attendees.

Please come to learn and participate in the discussion and be respectful of other executives in attendance.

Houston Strategy Forum reserves the right to deny admission to the event, ask an individual or group to leave the event, and exclude from electronic lists and communication, any individual or organization.

VIDEO/PHOTOGRAPHY CONSENT:

By registering for the event, you provide the Houston Strategy Forum your consent to be included in photographs and video recording of the event.

LIMITS OF LIABILITY/DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES:

The opinions expressed by speakers and attendees are their own only, and not the Houston Strategy Forum's. Any business concepts, issues and ideas discussed may not be applicable in your situation. Houston Strategy Forum makes no claims about the completeness, accuracy or applicability of any discussion. Please seek professional business help to implement any change in your business or career.


Directions and Parking

PETROLEUM CLUB
35th Floor
Total Plaza
1201 Louisiana
Houston, TX 77002


Driving Directions
The new location of the Petroleum Club is 1201 Louisiana Street, Total Plaza. It is east from the Hyatt Regency and south of the CenterPoint building, at the intersection with Dallas street.

The club is located on the 35th floor.

In the interest of your safety, it is always a good idea to pay attention to the surroundings, your possessions and self, when parking your car and approaching any Downtown venue. We recommend valet parking.

Parking: Street metered and private parking lots are available options.

Valet is available on the south side of building and the valet entrance is from Milam street. The cost for valet is $15 with a discount coupon available through us at the event.