Dr. Brandon Barnett’s keynote, Mastering the Art & Science of Strategy in the Age of AI, explores how leaders can balance timeless strategic principles with the disruptive power of artificial intelligence. Drawing on more than two decades as a professional strategist and his research on industry transformation through the lens of complexity, Dr. Barnett demonstrates how AI is not just a technological shift but a profound force that is reshaping the art and science of strategy. His message is both pragmatic and inspiring: while AI accelerates the pace of change, it also empowers leaders to reimagine what is possible and create organizations that thrive in uncertainty.

Bernhard Ries’s keynote, Leading Change in the Age of AI, is a strategic wake-up call for leaders navigating one of the most transformative—and unpredictable—shifts in modern business. Drawing on 30 years in technology, including his tenure leading Intel’s corporate strategy office, Bernhard distills the complexity of AI disruption into a compelling narrative that blends real-world data, practical frameworks, and strategic foresight. He challenges audiences to move beyond the hype, understand AI’s layered waves of transformation, and recognize that the competitive advantage lies not in chasing every new tool, but in building clarity, adaptability, and human-centered leadership into the core of the organization.

Dr. Brandon Barnett’s keynote, The Three Waves of AI Transformation, is a strategic roadmap for navigating one of the greatest shifts in business history. Drawing on more than two decades as a professional strategist and his research on industry transformation through the lens of complexity, Dr. Barnett unpacks how artificial intelligence is reshaping the foundations of industries. His message is both urgent and hopeful: AI is not merely a tool for efficiency - it is a catalyst for reinvention and a force that compels leaders to rethink how value is created, delivered, and sustained.

Bernhard Ries’s keynote, Leading for Extraordinary Results, is a masterclass in bridging strategy and leadership development with actionable insight. Drawing on more than 30 years in the tech industry and his work coaching senior leaders across the tech industry and beyond, Bernhard distills seven transformative ideas that empower leaders—whether or not they hold formal authority—to inspire change, shift worldviews, and achieve extraordinary outcomes. His message is clear: leadership is less about title and status and more about the conversations you have, the mindset you cultivate, and the future you commit to creating. With a style that blends sharp strategic thinking, practical tools, and thought-provoking questions, Bernhard challenges audiences to rethink what they—and those they lead—believe is possible and appropriate.

Dr. Brandon Barnett’s keynote, The Science of Strategy, is a bold exploration of how timeless principles of science can illuminate the practice of strategy in an age of complexity and change. Drawing on more than two decades as a professional strategist and his research on industry transformation, Dr. Barnett reveals how insights from systems theory, complexity, and adaptive design help leaders make sense of turbulence and act with clarity. His message is clear: strategy is not guesswork—it can be approached with the same rigor, discipline, and adaptability as science itself.

Bernhard Ries’s keynote, Culture Inside, is both a reflection on the rise and fall of one of Silicon Valley’s most iconic companies—Intel—and a playbook for leaders navigating the next era of business transformation. Drawing on three decades inside Intel, including years leading corporate strategy, Bernhard reveals how culture can be the invisible supercharger of strategy… or the hidden bottleneck that brings even the most brilliant plans to a halt.

Dr. Brandon Barnett’s keynote, An Investor Guide to AI – Where Real Opportunity Lies, is a strategic deep-dive into the realities of AI transformation and the pathways where value creation is most likely to emerge. Drawing on more than two decades as a strategist and his research on industry transformation, Dr. Barnett demystifies the hype, reframes the investor landscape, and provides a disciplined lens for spotting durable opportunities in AI. His message is clear: while speculative bubbles will come and go, the real value of AI lies in understanding where transformation is linear, where it becomes nonlinear, and where it reshapes entire industries. description

Dr. Brandon Barnett’s keynote, Engaging Your Organization in Strategy – The 3 Critical Conversations, is a practical and inspiring guide to transforming strategy from an executive exercise into a shared organizational endeavor. Drawing on more than two decades as a professional strategist and his research on complexity and communication, Dr. Barnett demonstrates how leaders can elevate their organizations by engaging in the right conversations at the right time. His message is straightforward and empowering: strategy succeeds not when it is written down, but when people at every level understand it, believe in it, and play an active role in shaping it. description