Microsoft AI Tour Detroit
Learn directly from industry leaders, Microsoft, and partner experts who will show you how to develop and use AI responsibly to help your organization achieve its goals with AI.
Turning vision into impact
At Microsoft AI Tour, we’re bringing together senior business leaders and industry experts in AI. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and turn your AI vision into reality.
Attend an innovative keynote
Senior business leaders are seeking to understand the AI landscape. Join us for a keynote that’ll demonstrate how to harness AI with Microsoft solutions to power your AI transformation.
Drive your business forward with emerging AI technology
Connect with industry experts, partners and your peers to learn best practices and key next steps in your AI journey while gaining a fresh perspective that will broaden your understanding of the value of AI. Also, learn about the benefits of the Detroit cloud region
Connect and Share
Connect with Microsoft Partners and experts in casual networking spaces to collaborate with other business leaders and industry experts.
Discover solutions to safeguard your organization
Equip your cutting-edge knowledge and practical insights on the latest advancements in cybersecurity, particularly in the context of artificial intelligence.
Featured speakers
These speakers will be live in Detroit. Check back regularly for the most recent agenda and newly added speakers.
Kathleen Mitford
Corporate Vice President, Global Industry Marketing
Microsoft
Brian Willson
Vice President, West & Midwest Region
Microsoft
James Lemieux
Principle Marketing Scientist
General Motors
John Rosander
Senior Cloud Solution Architect
Microsoft
Michael Billy
General Manager – Americas Security
Microsoft
Bruno Capuano
Principal Cloud Advocate
Microsoft
Adam Juechter
Director Specialist
Microsoft
Tim Clark
Director Business Strategy
Microsoft
Nelson Rodriguez
Marketing Leader, Business Applications
Microsoft
Medhat Rizk
Sr. Technical Specialist
Microsoft
Daniel Moser
Senior Apps Specialist
Microsoft
Sam Istephan
Cross-solution Architect
Microsoft
Jef Kazimer
Principal Product Manager
Microsoft
James Ringold
Director Technical Specialist
Microsoft
Nick Selvaggio
Senior Technical Specialist
Microsoft
Beth Bischoff
Principal Technical Specialist
Microsoft
Sudha Kumar
Director Business Strategy
Microsoft
Sam Truswell
Director GTM
Microsoft
Nate Boyd
Senior Technical Specialist
Microsoft
Kristen Crabb
Senior Technical Specialist
Microsoft
David Breaugh
Sr Director, Industry Advisor
Microsoft
Jack Ketelhut
Dir Specialist
Microsoft
Joe Palarchio
Principle Technical Specialist
Microsoft
Robert Sestili
Principle Technical Specialist
Microsoft
Mark Barnes
Director, Cloud Solution Architect
Microsoft
Virginia Hallam
Dir GTM Manager
Microsoft
Mike Herrmann
Solution Area Leader
Microsoft
Art Pettigrue
Dir GTM Manager
Microsoft
Nick Thompson
Head of Solutions
Sana
Pearce Gould
Director of Value Creation
Sana
Jeromey Farmer
Head of Data & AI, Americas - Strategy & Consulting
Avanade
| Time (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (GMT-05:00)) | Description |
|---|---|
| 07:00 AM - 08:00 AM | Registration |
| 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM | Connection Hub |
| 09:10 AM - 10:15 AM | Main Keynote with Kathleen Mitford - Corporate Vice President, Global Industry Marketing, Microsoft |
| 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM | Featured Partner Session Hosted by Sana - Delivering ROI with Enterprise AI | Grand Ballroom B |
| 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Technical Session: Getting started with Generative AI in Azure | Grand Ballroom B |
| 11:45 AM - 02:00 PM | Lunch |
| 12:30 PM - 01:15 PM | Technical Session: Copilot implementation Essentials | Grand Ballroom B |
| 01:30 PM - 02:15 PM | Technical Session: Microsoft Fabric: What’s new and what’s next | Grand Ballroom B |
| 02:30 PM - 03:15 PM | Technical Session: Build your code-first app with Azure AI Agent Service | Grand Ballroom B |
| 03:30 PM - 04:15 PM | Technical Session: Data Security for AI | Grand Ballroom B |
| 04:30 PM - 05:15 PM | Technical Session: Developer`s Guide to customizing Microsoft Copilot | Grand Ballroom B |
| Time (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (GMT-05:00)) | Description |
|---|---|
| 07:00 AM - 08:00 AM | Registration |
| 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM | Connection Hub |
| 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 09:10 AM - 10:15 AM | Main Keynote with Kathleen Mitford - Corporate Vice President, Global Industry Marketing, Microsoft |
| 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM | Featured Partner Session Hosted by Avanade - The Rise of Agentic AI – A Paradigm Shift in Autonomous Intelligence | Room 140 A-D |
| 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Business Session: Secure your future in the age of AI | Room 140 A-D |
| 11:45 AM - 02:00 PM | Lunch |
| 12:30 PM - 01:15 PM | Business Session: AI at Work: Unlock value and opportunity with Microsoft Copilot | Room 140 A-D |
| 01:30 PM - 02:05 PM | Business Session: Activate your Data and Analytics for AI Innovation | Room 140 A-D |
| 02:30 PM - 03:15 PM | Business Session: Innovate with AI in low code: Power Platform | Room 140 A-D |
| 03:30 PM - 04:15 PM | Business Session: Secure access at the speed and scale of AI | Room 140 A-D |
| 04:30 PM - 05:15 PM | Business Session: Deliver AI with impact through intelligent apps | Room 140 A-D |
Featured Partner
Avanade
Avanade is the world’s leading expert on Microsoft. Trusted by over 5,000 clients worldwide, we deliver AI-driven solutions that unlock the full potential of people and technology, optimize operations, foster innovation and drive growth. As Microsoft’s Global SI Partner we combine global scale with local expertise in AI, cloud, data analytics, cybersecurity, and ERP to design solutions that prioritize people and drive meaningful impact. We champion diversity, inclusion, and sustainability, ensuring our work benefits society and business.
Sana
Sana is an AI company pioneering the next generation of knowledge tools for the enterprise. We've built one platform for creating expert AI agents grounded in your company’s knowledge. In minutes not months.
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