Exclusive Events - TechTalk Summits

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

New York, NY

Sparks Steak House

210 E 46th St, New York, NY, United States, 10017

Technology Executive Summit | New York City, NY

Wednesday, May 13th | 6:00PM ET

Most AI initiatives don’t fail because of the technology—they fail because the operating model never changes. So what’s really holding your organization back?

Uncover why AI adoption isn’t the real challenge—and what actually is—at this exclusive Technology Executive Summit. Ivan Rodin, Associate Vice President at AECOM, will lead a no-nonsense session: “Why AI adoption isn’t the real question — operating model redesign is.” Drawing from real-world experience, Ivan will break down how organizations can unlock the true value of AI by rethinking how they structure, govern, and operationalize their unique data assets—the real “secret sauce” behind scalable success.

Expect sharp, battle-tested perspectives on overcoming the most common roadblocks: fragmented data ecosystems, misaligned governance, and stalled transformation efforts. Walk away with practical strategies to redesign your operating model, accelerate AI outcomes, and avoid the costly trap of stalled pilots.

As the #1 leader in short-format tech events, TechTalk Summits curates high-impact, executive-level conversations that matter. This intimate gathering brings together senior technology leaders and solution providers for candid discussions, direct expert access, and meaningful peer connections—all complemented by a premium dining experience.

If you’re serious about turning AI ambition into measurable business value, this is where strategy meets execution.

Secure your spot now—seating is limited.

Speakers

Mike Healy, Host Founder & Managing Director Mike Healy is a veteran technology-events executive with deep roots in the industry. He began his career at Giga Information Group, later joining IDC, where he served as Show Director for the launch of LinuxWorld, one of the most influential global open-source conferences. He went on to break new ground at EarthWeb, launching The Bazaar, the first large-scale open-source software conference. Today, as Founder & Managing Director of TechTalk Summits, Mike continues to design and deliver high-impact technology events that connect IT leaders with the solutions shaping the future.

Ivan Rodin Associate Vice President at AECOM Ivan Rodin is an accomplished IT/Cyber consultant and AI leader with over 25 years of experience driving large-scale digital and AI-powered transformations on major government, data center, commercial, and infrastructure projects. He operates at the intersection of strategy, data, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies to architect intelligent ecosystems that deliver exceptional stakeholder experiences and measurable impact at scale. He serves as a guest lecturer in the Master of Engineering program at Columbia University and a leader on AECOMs AI Advisory Board, shaping the future of AI deployments and industry practice.

Agenda

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Registration & Networking over drinks

6:30 pm - 6:50 pm

First course dropped, Host's opening remarks

7:00 pm - 7:10 pm

Stefanini Group

Stefanini Group is a global technology consultancy company, offering a broad portfolio of technological solutions with a presence in 41 countries and support in 44 languages. Driven by a shared entrepreneurial spirit, the company helps clients transform their businesses through digital innovation, working agilely and co-creating solutions for a better future.

7:10 pm - 7:20 pm

Google Cloud

Google Cloud is the new way to the cloud, providing AI, infrastructure, developer, data, security, and collaboration tools built for today and tomorrow. Google Cloud offers a powerful, fully integrated and optimized AI stack with its own planet-scale infrastructure, custom-built chips, generative AI models, and development platform, as well as AI-powered applications, to help organizations transform. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted technology partner.

7:45 pm - 9:00 pm

Dinner, Networking & wrap up with dessert and raffles