WatSPEED to hold tech and business event for senior executives
Tech Horizons Executive Forum will feature Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, Dave McKay, President and CEO of RBC
Tech Horizons Executive Forum will feature Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, Dave McKay, President and CEO of RBC
By Media RelationsWatSPEED, the University of Waterloo’s corporate and executive education arm, will host a one-day forum for senior business leaders focused on how to stand out in the ever-evolving world of technology and business.
“Technology is no longer just an enabler of business strategy; as it continues to disrupt the business landscape, technology often is the strategy, making it crucial for executives to stay ahead of the technology curve,” said Sanjeev Gill, Associate Vice-President of Innovation at Waterloo and Executive Director of WatSPEED. "This event ensures that senior leaders will have a better understanding of emerging technologies impacting business and strategies for navigating the perils and opportunities they offer.”
Featuring keynotes by Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, Dave McKay, President and CEO of RBC, as well as thought-provoking panels and interactive sessions, forum attendees will hear from business luminaries as they reveal the latest trends and share expert perspectives on the future of technology.
The Forum will also bring together some of the brightest minds from the University of Waterloo to share research insights and their direct application to the business world.
“This fusion of academia and industry will provide unique insights and strategies to help senior executives stay at the forefront of technological innovation,” said Gill. “Technologies impacting every business that executives need to grasp will be covered including generative AI, cybersecurity and cryptography, sustainability and clean tech, and more.”
To register for the Tech Horizons Executive Forum please visit the website.
About WatSPEED
As a premier provider of lifelong learning, WatSPEED at the University of Waterloo delivers professional, corporate, and executive education designed to support the workforce of the future. In addition to the Tech Horizons Executive Forum, WatSPEED offers a range of courses and certificate programs. Whether you're in finance, healthcare, marketing, or policy development, these programs will teach you how to leverage cutting-edge technologies and enable you and your organization to innovate, compete, and stay agile in today’s rapidly changing workplace.
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