Steve MacLauchlan
Head of Data, Ippon Technologies
I am a seasoned data and technology leader with expertise in Snowflake, AI, and cloud data ecosystems. At Ippon Technologies, I lead our Data Practice, helping organizations maximize their data investments through strategic consulting, accelerators, and AI-driven innovations. With a strong background in data architecture, governance, and engineering, I have led high-impact initiatives, including banking data roadmaps, AI strategy, and Center of Excellence development. Beyond technology, I am a community builder, actively engaging with industry leaders, hosting executive discussions, and sharing insights through speaking engagements, blogs, and meetup groups. I host the Data Pour, a video series where I chat with other data leaders about a wide variety of topics from careers in data to the most pressing industry challenges. Passionate about driving data fluency, self-service BI, and AI adoption, I bring a unique blend of technical depth, business acumen, and an engaging presentation style that makes complex topics accessible and actionable.
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Breakout 6B - AI-Ready or Not: Crafting Your Organization's AI Adoption Blueprint
Track CBringing AI into your organization can feel overwhelming—where do you start, how do you build the right skills, and how do you manage the changes that come with it? This session helps break down those challenges with a practical AI Readiness Toolkit that you can tailor to your company’s needs. In this engaging mix of keynote insights and hands-on activities, you’ll learn how to assess your organization’s current AI readiness, explore ways to build AI skills that fit your industry and company size, and understand the key steps to smoothly integrate AI into your business. Whether you’re in tech or not, you’ll get a clear picture of the shifts needed to make AI work for you. By the end, you’ll walk away with ready-to-use templates and a step-by-step roadmap for AI adoption. You'll gain practical strategies to tackle common challenges and ensure your AI efforts are set up for success. This session is designed for leaders, managers, and teams looking for a straightforward, actionable approach to AI.