INNOVATING IN THE
AGE OF AI
IOP SPRING FORUM 2026
Member Host:
Building Trust, Driving Action
AI That Transforms the Enterprise
Join IOP members for an engaging discussion on the far-reaching implications of a topic that affects every organization: Innovating in the Age of AI
AI is rapidly becoming part of the core infrastructure shaping how organizations operate, compete, and create value. Join us to explore how leading companies are building AI they can trust—and how they’re using it to fundamentally transform the way work gets done. Hear directly from member organizations about what’s working in practice, challenges, and lessons learned.
The next wave of competitive advantage will come from deploying trusted AI systems at scale and enabling agentic execution across the enterprise. Organizations that master both will define the next era of innovation.
We’ll explore AI in practice and AI trends with focused deep dives:
Day 1, April 29, Wednesday
Trusted & Responsible AI at Scale - Building AI systems firms can rely on—securely, ethically, and legally
Day 2, April 30, Thursday
Agentic AI Transformation & the Future of Work - Moving from AI experimentation to execution, agents, and workforce impact
As an IOP member, you’re invited to extend the experience—bring up to five colleagues from your company to join us.
Innovating in the Age of AI
3 Days of Innovation & Networking
Engage with thought leaders, senior innovation peers and entrepreneurs.
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Tuesday, Apr 28
WELCOME RECEPTION
UPLAND BREWING CO.
6:00-8:00p
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Wednesday, Apr 29
GENERAL SESSION
CUMMINS
9:00a-5:00p
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DINNER
HARRISON LAKE COUNTRY CLUB
6:30p-9:30p
*shuttle information to come*
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Thursday, Apr 30
GENERAL SESSION
CUMMINS
9:00a-4:00p
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OPTIONAL DINNER
HENRY SOCIAL CLUB
5:30p-8:30p
*please note that the dinner will be self-funded*
OUR GROWING LIST OF EXPERT SPEAKERS
HOST
Former Executive Director, Advanced Research
Ford Motor Company
IOP Emeritus Board Member
JIM “BUZZ” BUCZKOWSKI
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Chitra Bhagat
CUMMINS
Data, Analytics, AI,ML,GenAI Solutions Director
LinkedIn -

Ilias Bilionis
PURDUE
Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Director Agentic Drug Discovery
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Lisa Bodell
FUTURETHINK
CEO
LinkedIn -

Brian Comiskey
CONSUMER TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION
Vice President, Innovation & Trends
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Ben Cooper
EVERCRISP.AI
Founder & Executive Advisor
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Mary Craig
CUMMINS
IT Director Customer Support & Experience
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Andy Gastwirth
DLA PIPER
Chief Innovation Officer
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Claudio Gutierrez
CG CREATIVE STUDIOS
CEO, Chief Creative Officer
IOP BOARD CHAIRMAN
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Suzanne Kawamleh
CUMMINS
PhD, Chief Data Scientist
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Jim Kennedy
MARS WRIGLEY
Computational Science Competency Leader
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Mike Kesti
3M
Senior Vice President 3M Corporate R&D
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Jim Mangione
PFIZER
Global Clinical Supply Innovation Lead
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Tom Montgomery
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manager, AI Platforms -

Michael Moore
NEO4J
Senior Director Strategy & Innovation -

Earl Newsome
CUMMINS
Chief Information Officer -

Andrew Serwin
DLA PIPER
Executive Committee Member -

Jenn Snipes
CUMMINS
Senior Manager – Talent Development & Transformation -

Cameron Taylor
GOOGLE DEEPMIND
Staff UX Researcher -

Elijah Tuuri
CUMMINS
Director Innovation & Foresight - Global AI Strategy Lead
LinkedIn
Recommended Hotel
The closest hotel is the Hotel Indigo Columbus Architectural Center, located across the street from the Cummins Corporate Office.
Hotel Indigo Columbus Architectural Center
400 Brown Street, Columbus, Indiana, 47201
Space is limited! Reserve at the IOP group rate of $189.99 per night plus tax.
Choose from the following options:
Call +1-812-375-9100 and ask for the IOP Group Block
Scan the QR code below to get linked directly to online booking on your phone.
Please contact Mandy Shonk in Group Sales with questions.
Other Columbus Hotels
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
Nearest Airports
Indianapolis, Indiana - 50 minute drive
Cincinnati, Ohio - 1 hour, 40 minute drive
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