The role of the Chief Technology Officer is undergoing a seismic shift. No longer just the steward of infrastructure and systems, today’s CTO must lead with an AI-first mindset, balancing innovation, ethics, and enterprise value. In this forward-looking session, Eric Riz explores how AI is transforming the responsibilities, expectations, and strategic influence of the modern CTO.

Through real-world examples and future-state thinking, Eric will examine how technology leaders can evolve their skillsets, reimagine their org charts, and align AI adoption with business outcomes. From shaping data strategy and governance frameworks to navigating regulatory risk and cultural resistance, this session will arm CTOs and technology executives with a blueprint for leading their organizations through AI-driven transformation.

Whether you're already building with AI or just beginning your journey, this session will challenge assumptions, offer practical frameworks, and redefine what it means to be a technology leader in the age of intelligence.