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Think!AI - A Beyond Big Data Summit 2026
Presented by Pittsburgh Technology Council and CGI

Thursday, February 12, 2026 | The Westin Pittsburgh

Join 300+ technology, manufacturing, and business leaders for a day focused on artificial intelligence strategy, innovation, and real-world impact.
Discover how data, automation, and intelligent systems are transforming operations, reshaping customer experiences, and powering growth across industries.

Keynote Conversation

From Data to Decisions: How TeleTracking and Palantir Are Redefining Healthcare Operations with AI

Chris Johnson, Co-CEO, Teletracking Technologies and Jeremy David, Co-Head of Healthcare, Palantir

This dynamic session showcases how AI-powered operational intelligence is redefining hospital capacity management, optimizing staffing, and elevating patient outcomes. Attendees will see firsthand how strategic partnerships can accelerate solutions to some of healthcare’s most complex, mission-critical challenges—while uncovering a powerful framework that translates seamlessly to other high-impact sectors, including manufacturing, defense, and logistics.

Panel Topics (Subject to Change)

AI in Manufacturing
AI in the Wild: Legal Realities & Risks
AI Innovation Strategy — From Pilot to Impact
AI and the Customer Experience

Tech Talks, speakers and full agenda to be announced soon!

Who Should Attend

Executives driving digital transformation and AI strategy
CIOs, CTOs, and Chief Data Officers
Manufacturing, healthcare, and technology innovators
Data scientists and AI practitioners
Investors, researchers, and ecosystem partners

Why Attend

Learn from industry leaders and AI experts
Explore practical applications of AI across sectors
Network with peers and decision-makers shaping Pittsburgh’s AI future

About Think!AI - A Beyond Big Data Summit

Celebrating 12 Years of Innovation in Data and Artificial Intelligence

Now in its 12th year, Think!AI Summit builds on the legacy of Beyond Big Data to highlight how organizations are applying artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics to drive real business results. From predictive insights to generative creativity, AI is transforming industries, reshaping decision-making, and redefining what’s possible for organizations of every size.

Across sectors, leaders are moving beyond experimentation and into applied AI—optimizing operations, enhancing customer experiences, and accelerating innovation. As these technologies evolve, they bring new opportunities as well as important conversations about ethics, data governance, privacy, and responsible use.

Think!AI Summit is where executives, data professionals, and innovators converge to explore the latest trends, tools, and best practices shaping the intelligent enterprise. Join us to connect with peers, learn from real-world use cases, and discover how Pittsburgh and the world are harnessing AI to power the next decade of progress.

Registration & Payment Policy

Online registration will close one day prior to the event.
Pre-registration is requested to help us plan for your arrival. Walk-in registrants, when accepted, must pay onsite by credit card or check — no exceptions.
Refunds requested less than three business days before the event will not be granted.
Substitutions are welcome.

Think big. Think future. Think!AI.

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Contact Information:

For content or logistics questions - Program Director: Monica Takacs, Sr. Director for Industry Networks, mtakacs@pghtech.org
For registration questions: Lauren Lowen, Event Coordinator, llowen@pghtech.org
For sponsorship questions - Ashley Steckel, VP of Business Development, asteckel@pghtech.org
For membership questions - Betsy Rusnic, Director of Membership Services, brusnic@pghtech.org