Think big. Think future. Think!AI.

Join 300+ technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and business leaders for a full day focused on artificial intelligence strategy, innovation, and real-world impact.

Now in its 12th year, Think!AI builds on more than a decade of bringing together the technologists, innovators, and executives shaping what’s next in data and artificial intelligence. Long before AI was trending, we were talking about it.

Since 2015, our annual summit has evolved alongside the technology—from big data and automation to machine learning and generative AI—while staying grounded in what matters most: how intelligent systems are actually being deployed to improve operations, elevate customer and patient experiences, manage risk, and drive measurable growth across industries.

For more than a decade, Think!AI has been Pittsburgh’s home for practical AI insight and innovation. This is not about theory or hype—it’s about execution and impact.

Why This Matters Now

AI has moved beyond experimentation. Today’s leaders are being asked to deliver results—while navigating governance, risk, ethics, and rapidly evolving technologies.

Across sectors, organizations are shifting from pilots to production:

• Applying data and automation to operational decision-making
• Scaling intelligent systems across complex environments
• Aligning AI investments with real business outcomes

Think!AI focuses on execution, not exploration.

Who Should Attend

• Executives driving digital transformation and enterprise AI strategy
• CIOs, CTOs, Chief Data Officers, and IT leaders
• Manufacturing, healthcare, and technology innovators
• Data scientists, engineers, and AI practitioners
• Ecosystem partners

Why Attend Think!AI

• Learn from organizations actively deploying AI in mission-critical environments
• Explore practical, cross-industry use cases that translate beyond a single sector
• Gain clarity on AI strategy, governance, and risk
• Network with peers and decision-makers shaping Pittsburgh’s AI ecosystem

You’ll leave with insights you can apply immediately—whether you’re refining strategy, scaling solutions, or managing enterprise risk.

Featured Keynote Conversation

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

Chris Johnson Co-CEO, TeleTracking Technologies

Jeremy David Co-Head of Healthcare, Palantir

Panel Discussions 

All panelists and moderators are subject to change. 

AI Innovation Strategy — From Pilot to Impact - Sponsored by Grant Thornton

Scaling AI Across the Enterprise

Many organizations have tested AI. Fewer have successfully scaled it. This panel focuses on the critical shift from experimentation to enterprise-wide impact.

Senior leaders will share lessons learned on identifying high-value use cases, building organizational buy-in, establishing governance, and measuring ROI. Attendees will gain a clearer roadmap for turning AI from isolated pilots into a sustainable, strategic advantage.

Panelists:

• Supreet Singh, Managing Director, Grant Thornton
• Santosh Sinha, Ph.D., SVP, Director of AI & Innovation,  First National Bank
• Heiko Will, Chief Information Officer, MSA - The Safety Company
• Bob Taylor, Chief Technology and Growth Officer, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

AI and the Customer Experience - Sponsored by EPAM

Personalization, Trust, and the Future of Engagement

Customer expectations have never been higher—and AI is redefining how organizations meet them. This panel explores how companies across industries are using AI to deliver more personalized, seamless, and trustworthy customer experiences.

From recommendation engines and virtual assistants to fraud prevention and omnichannel engagement, speakers will share how AI is transforming every touchpoint of the customer journey—while balancing transparency, trust, and security.

Panelists:

• Charaka Kithelugoda, Chief Information Officer, Business Lines, PNC
• Matt Putila, Vice President, enGen 
• Kshitij Sharma, Managing Principal of AI Consulting, EPAM

AI in Manufacturing - Sponsored by CATO Networks

From Smart Factories to Smarter Decisions

AI is reshaping manufacturing from the factory floor to the supply chain. This session brings together industry leaders to explore how intelligent systems are driving greater precision, resilience, and competitiveness in advanced manufacturing environments.

Attendees will hear real-world examples of how manufacturers are using AI to reduce downtime, improve quality, integrate robotics, and gain real-time visibility across complex operations. Whether you’re modernizing legacy systems or scaling digital transformation, this panel delivers practical insights you can apply immediately.

Panelists:

• Carlonda Reilly, Ph.D., VP and Chief Technology Officer, Kennametal
• Ross Schalmo, VP, Chief Data Officer, Eaton
• Geff Wood, Senior Director ITAS Operations Portfolios, Alcoa
• Matt Marcotte, Director of AI, U.S. Steel

AI in the Wild — Legal Realities & Risk - Sponsored by HIKE2

Responsible AI in a Rapidly Changing Landscape

As AI adoption accelerates, so do the legal, regulatory, and ethical questions surrounding its use. This timely session unpacks what organizations need to know now—and what’s coming next.

From employee use and intellectual property to bias, liability, and evolving regulations, this panel offers practical guidance to help organizations deploy AI responsibly while staying compliant, ethical, and prepared for what lies ahead.

Panelists:

• Amy Gradnik, Principal and Advisory Solutions Director, Hike2
• Christopher Jacobs, Director, Houston Harbaugh
• Andreas Katsanevas, Governance Innovation, Meta
• Marjorie B. Manne, Director, Legal Counsel, Paypal

Moderated by Tia Christopher, CEO, The Orange Peel Collaborative

Spark Sessions

More information will be announced about the spark sessions soon!

About Think!AI – A Beyond Big Data Summit

Celebrating 12 Years of Data & AI Leadership

Now in its 12th year, Think!AI 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 reshaping industries and redefining decision-making. At the same time, leaders must address critical questions around ethics, data governance, privacy, and responsible use.

Think!AI is where executives, technologists, and innovators converge to:

• Learn from real-world deployments
• Share best practices and lessons learned
• Explore what’s next for the intelligent enterprise

Join us to connect with peers, learn from proven use cases, and discover how Pittsburgh—and global leaders—are powering the next decade of AI-driven progress.