Unlocking AI’s Potential: Strategies that align People, Platforms, and Performance
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April 23 | 11AM – 12 PM (EDT)
Unlocking AI’s Potential:
Strategies that Align People, Platforms, and Performance
Discover how to architect an AI-ready organization by designing a Center of Enablement, streamlining model development, and democratizing data—unlocking innovation, governance, and impact at scale
In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, enterprises need more than just advanced AI tools; they require a structured, strategic approach to unlock AI’s full potential across the organization. Being led by community member, Janet Sherlock, this session explores how to design an AI-ready enterprise, focusing on creating a Center of Enablement that drives alignment, enables innovation, and fosters a culture of data-drive
n decision-making.
Attendees will learn how to implement a federated model development framework, enabling agile, collaborative AI model creation across teams, while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. We’ll also dive into strategies for democratizing data and analytics, empowering business units to leverage AI insights effectively. The session will provide a high-level overview of AI strategy essentials for enterprises today, highlighting the role of governance in managing AI risk and fostering ethical AI practices. Join us to gain actionable insights on building an AI-powered organization equipped for sustainable growth and intelligent transformation.
Janet Sherlock brings extensive board and executive experience, coupled with academic research in organizational design, to her role as founder and CEO of Org.Works. Her advisory firm focuses on creating efficiency and growth by simplifying organizational complexity. She is dedicated to helping companies streamline their structures to achieve clarity, alignment, and exceptional results.
In her most recent corporate role, Dr. Sherlock served as Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Ralph Lauren Corporation, overseeing the company’s multi-billion-dollar global e-commerce business. Her leadership was instrumental in modernizing Ralph Lauren’s technology, data, and processes enterprise wide.
Previously, she served as Chief Information Officer at Carter’s, Inc., and led the Digital and Omnichannel practice at Gartner, a leading research and advisory firm. Dr. Sherlock has also held P&L and technology leadership roles at organizations including Guess?, Inc., Calico Corners, British Petroleum, and ExxonMobil. Her board experience spans public, private, governmental, and non-profit sectors, where organizational design has been central to her success.
Dr. Sherlock holds a doctorate in Organizational Change & Leadership from the University of Southern California and is certified by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD). She earned an MBA from Marymount University and a Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management from Penn State University.
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