 
    With rising tariffs, evolving trade policies, and increasing global uncertainty, today’s supply chain leaders are navigating more complex issues than ever before. The good news? AI is no longer just a future trend — it’s a real-world advantage helping organizations stay agile, proactive, and resilient. Join us for this insightful session as industry experts unpack the latest developments, explore their potential impact on global supply chains, and share how AI-driven strategies can help businesses turn disruption into opportunity. Don’t miss this chance to gain actionable insights, real-world examples, and future-ready strategies to navigate the road ahead.
Don’t miss our event, Join us for an insightful LinkedIn Event: “Tariffs, Trade & Tech: Preparing for Uncertainty in the Supply Chain with AI”. Dive deep into how evolving tariff policies and global trade dynamics are reshaping supply chains. Discover how AI is emerging as a powerful tool to drive smarter decisions, improve agility, and reduce risks. Gain valuable insights from industry experts on navigating uncertainty, optimizing operations, and building a next generation supply chain. Connect with thought leaders and explore innovative strategies to stay resilient in a rapidly changing global market.
 Duane Kotsen
                    Duane Kotsen
                     (Speaker)
                    
                    guides Board Members and C-Suite of technology companies on strategic intent, value proposition and outcome measurement, competitive advantage, messaging to economic buyers, and excellence in the customer experience and journey. Over the last decade, he has been part of three leadership teams that executed successful exits, bringing substantial value to shareholders. He managed global teams with P&Ls of up to $400MM and over 2,000 individuals. Duane held a range of senior roles at companies like Blue Yonder, Deltek, and QAD. He has worked with many segments in the enterprise software space, including ERP, HCM, SCM, CRM as well as Data Management/Integration and Enterprise Architecture tools and Machine Learning/AI applications.
                    
                        (Speaker)
                    
                    guides Board Members and C-Suite of technology companies on strategic intent, value proposition and outcome measurement, competitive advantage, messaging to economic buyers, and excellence in the customer experience and journey. Over the last decade, he has been part of three leadership teams that executed successful exits, bringing substantial value to shareholders. He managed global teams with P&Ls of up to $400MM and over 2,000 individuals. Duane held a range of senior roles at companies like Blue Yonder, Deltek, and QAD. He has worked with many segments in the enterprise software space, including ERP, HCM, SCM, CRM as well as Data Management/Integration and Enterprise Architecture tools and Machine Learning/AI applications.                      Scott Saunders
                    Scott Saunders
                     (Speaker)
                    
                    has orchestrated and implemented integrated supply chain transformations for multi-national organizations including HAVI, McDonald’s, Chick-fil-A, Roche, Sherwin Williams, and Fortune Brands. An expert at change management in complex environments, helping companies fully understand and leverage their end consumer behaviors, creating highly attuned, analytics-driven value chains that have doubled profits, and consistently exceed revenue and profit targets. He is now helping many start-ups, and small and medium-sized companies implement technology to drive sustainable growth. A focus is on developing passionate influential leaders and high-performing teams to lead resilient, thriving companies. He advises and serves several non-profits, a strives to make the world a better place.
                    
                        (Speaker)
                    
                    has orchestrated and implemented integrated supply chain transformations for multi-national organizations including HAVI, McDonald’s, Chick-fil-A, Roche, Sherwin Williams, and Fortune Brands. An expert at change management in complex environments, helping companies fully understand and leverage their end consumer behaviors, creating highly attuned, analytics-driven value chains that have doubled profits, and consistently exceed revenue and profit targets. He is now helping many start-ups, and small and medium-sized companies implement technology to drive sustainable growth. A focus is on developing passionate influential leaders and high-performing teams to lead resilient, thriving companies. He advises and serves several non-profits, a strives to make the world a better place.                     Deepak Mittal
                    Deepak Mittal
                     (Moderator)
                    
                    is an accomplished serial entrepreneur with a proven track record in product, AI, and data strategy. He is experienced in transforming an organization into an insight-driven, AI-enabled organization. Currently, Deepak holds the Founder & CEO position of NextGen Invent Corporation, a leading global professional services company that has always been at the forefront of providing solutions using disruptive technologies such as Gen AI, AI, Computer Vision, and Intelligent Automation. During his career, Deepak has served as a member of the Board of Directors of many companies including D4DT, Optym, and Launch Right Now. He is a strategic advisor of various organizations that grew from small start-ups to a unicorn or had successful exits. Deepak holds expertise in evaluating new product ideas, devising an appropriate product and AI strategy, transforming organizations into insights-driven organizations, and structuring strategic partnerships. Deepak has an MBA from Columbia Business School, and an M.S. in Industrial Management Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology.
                    
                        (Moderator)
                    
                    is an accomplished serial entrepreneur with a proven track record in product, AI, and data strategy. He is experienced in transforming an organization into an insight-driven, AI-enabled organization. Currently, Deepak holds the Founder & CEO position of NextGen Invent Corporation, a leading global professional services company that has always been at the forefront of providing solutions using disruptive technologies such as Gen AI, AI, Computer Vision, and Intelligent Automation. During his career, Deepak has served as a member of the Board of Directors of many companies including D4DT, Optym, and Launch Right Now. He is a strategic advisor of various organizations that grew from small start-ups to a unicorn or had successful exits. Deepak holds expertise in evaluating new product ideas, devising an appropriate product and AI strategy, transforming organizations into insights-driven organizations, and structuring strategic partnerships. Deepak has an MBA from Columbia Business School, and an M.S. in Industrial Management Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology.