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This September in Chicago, 70+ senior transformation leaders from some of the most influential organizations across North America will gather for the Chief Transformation Officer Exchange 2025.

From Fortune 500 companies to fast-moving innovators, attendees represent industries including Financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Pharma, Insurance, and more. Titles include Chief Transformation Officers, SVPs, COOs, CIOs, and Heads of Strategy, Change, and Digital Transformation.

The Post-Event Report captures the key takeaways, strategic insights, and standout sessions from the sold-out Spring edition of the Chief Transformation Officer Exchange in Austin in April 2025. Designed for senior leaders driving end-to-end enterprise change, it explores the intersection of mindset, skill set, and tool set, offering a practical lens to embed transformation at scale.

Download the report to explore:

• A New Leadership Mindset: Why transformation is no longer a project, but an ongoing discipline grounded in strategic reinvention and cultural agility.
• GenAI for the Enterprise: How non-technical teams lead AI adoption—and how organizations like Visa embed GenAI through grassroots enablement and trust.
• Scaling Smart, Not Big: Tactics for driving measurable impact with lean teams, innovative tools, and people-first leadership.
• Real Lessons from Real Leaders: Explore proven strategies from brands like Dell, Ericsson, and Taylor Corp, on navigating change, tackling automation anxiety, and shaping the CTrO role as a strategic growth driver.
  

As AI and automation technologies evolve rapidly, enterprise leaders face a rising challenge: automation anxiety. From the boardroom to the front line, teams are grappling with fears around job displacement, shifting roles, and the unknowns of AI integration.

This infographic explores how transformation leaders from VISA, L’Oréal, Reckitt, Lincoln Financial, and more manage automation's emotional and cultural dimensions. From building trust to piloting GenAI tools and fostering transparency, these strategies help organizations move forward, without leaving people behind.

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• Practical techniques to reduce fear and build buy-in for AI and automation
• Real-world use cases of automation improving both speed and morale
• Why empathy, experimentation, and transparency are key to long-term adoption
• How to lead confidently through disruption while maintaining human connection
  

Discover how transformation leaders use emerging technology, human-centered design, and intelligent systems to embed agility and drive strategic value across the enterprise.

This practical guide is designed for leaders navigating AI adoption, workforce evolution, and end-to-end process improvement. It showcases the most impactful tools and technologies, from agentic AI and decision intelligence to hyper-automation and low-code platforms. It explains how to harness them in real-world transformation initiatives.

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• Emerging Technologies Shaping 2025: From blockchain and generative AI to BPM suites and machine learning, see how today’s most powerful tech stacks are used to solve enterprise challenges.
• Transformation Methodologies in Action: Learn how lean six sigma, process mining, and agile principles are evolving in a world of intelligent automation and faster iteration cycles.
• Leadership, Culture & Collaboration: Discover how the next wave of transformation demands more than change—it requires ownership, cross-functional alignment, and a reimagining of human-AI collaboration.

In this interview, we sat down with Steve Max, COO of Transaction Processing & Shared Services, U.S. Bank, who gives us an inside look at how transformation is being embedded into core operations and why success starts with empowering people and choosing the right partners.

Whether you're navigating economic headwinds, enabling your workforce, or evaluating vendors, this interview offers practical insight from a leader who’s doing it at scale.

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• Human-Centred Transformation: How to keep people at the heart of your strategy – even in the age of AI and automation.
• Vendor Partnerships That Actually Work: What top transformation leaders look for in external partners and how to build relationships that go beyond the transaction.
• Cross-Industry Lessons: Discover ideas and approaches that transcend sectors and how to apply them inside your organization.
  

In today’s climate of constant disruption, transformation is no longer a finite initiative, it’s a permanent capability. Discover how transformation leaders are embedding change at every level of enterprise, leveraging human-led transformation, and navigating the dual pressures of technological acceleration and organizational resistance.

This exclusive interview with Lizzie Pine, Executive Director, Head of Commercial Card Product Strategy & Transformation, JPMorganChase, she highlights how modern transformation teams balance execution with empathy, influence vendor strategy, and co-create with the C-suite to deliver sustained business impact.

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• Transformation without finish lines: Why today’s most successful organizations treat transformation as a constant, not a one-off
• From resistance to readiness: How co-creation and early stakeholder involvement turn blockers into champions of change.
• Put humans at the heart of change: Why empathy, empowerment, and upskilling are your edge in a fast-moving, AI-powered world.
  

Are You Ready to Lead Your Team Through Change?

In this compelling discussion, three accomplished leadership experts—Paul Suett, Director of Supply Chain Distribution & Logistics at Northwestern Memorial Health Care, Amol Dharmadhikari, Vice President of Operational Excellence at Expedia Group, and Stephen Donne, Head of Transformation Delivery at Nottingham Building Society—reveal their tried-and-true strategies for driving transformational change.

Whether you're navigating organizational restructuring, implementing cutting-edge technologies, or managing evolving team dynamics, this case study provides actionable insights to help you excel.

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• Proven methods to motivate your team during periods of uncertainty
• How to craft and communicate a clear and compelling vision for change
• Strategies for overcoming resistance and fostering buy-in across your organization
• Real-world examples of managing AI integration and other major transformations
• Techniques to build a culture of continuous improvement and resilience
  

Discover how visionary leadership and strategic foresight drive transformative change.

This comprehensive infographic compiles insights from esteemed Chief Transformation Officers (CTrOs) at organizations such as Walmart, MIT, and the Medical University of South Carolina. Delve into the methodologies that have propelled their achievements, the lessons gleaned from their setbacks, and the guidance they extend to fellow leaders and those aspiring to lead.

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The Critical Role of CTrO: With continuous technological advancements reshaping industries, CTrOs are pivotal in redesigning processes to support personnel and foster a culture of agility.

Enhancing CTrO Impact on Transformation Initiatives: Learn how top CTrOs implement processes that elevate performance and cultivate organizational resilience.

Strategic Priorities for CTrOs Amidst Economic Challenges: Discover innovative strategies and tools that facilitate workforce transitions during periods of change, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning.

Get an exclusive look at the senior transformation leaders joining us this September in Chicago. This invite-only event brings together C-level and VP-level executives from the world’s top enterprises, all actively driving enterprise-wide transformation. Explore the attendee list to see the leading organizations, job titles, and key investment priorities shaping the future of business transformation. Ask ChatGPT

Welcome to the Golden Age of Transformation

As Agentic AI reshapes strategy and efficiency is redefined, transformation leaders are under pressure to deliver lasting impact—and they’re looking for the right partners to help.

At the Chief Transformation Officer Exchange – Fall Edition (September 23–24, Chicago), you'll engage directly with 60+ senior transformation leaders who are actively seeking partners to help drive their 2025 agendas forward.

Key Themes Your Solutions Can Support:

• AI-powered strategy and smarter workflows
• Embedding transformation into enterprise culture
• Driving cross-functional value at scale

Why Sponsors Join:

• Pre-qualified one-to-one meetings with transformation decision-makers
• Closed-door conversations that drive real business outcomes
• Exclusive access to enterprise leaders from $1bn+ American enterprises

Download the agenda to see who’s attending and explore how you can get involved.

Take a look at the caliber of executives and organizations who attended our April 2025 Chief Transformation Officer Exchange in Austin, TX. From Fortune 500 brands to leading innovators, this is the network you’ll be part of.

The Chief Transformation Officer Exchange isn’t just another event—it’s a proven platform for building meaningful, one-to-one relationships with senior decision-makers who are actively investing in enterprise change.

With every delegate pre-qualified and meetings matched to your goals, you’ll engage in high-value conversations that shorten sales cycles, boost brand authority, and open doors to enterprise accounts ready to transform.

Download the prospectus to learn more about the one-to-one meetings, our delegate qualification process, and the tailored sponsorship packages available.

The Post-Event Report captures the key takeaways, strategic insights, and standout sessions from the sold-out Spring edition of the Chief Transformation Officer Exchange in Austin in April 2025. Designed for senior leaders driving end-to-end enterprise change, it explores the intersection of mindset, skill set, and tool set, offering a practical lens to embed transformation at scale.

Download the report to explore:

• A New Leadership Mindset: Why transformation is no longer a project, but an ongoing discipline grounded in strategic reinvention and cultural agility.
• GenAI for the Enterprise: How non-technical teams lead AI adoption, and how organizations like Visa embed GenAI through grassroots enablement and trust.
• Scaling Smart, Not Big: Tactics for driving measurable impact with lean teams, innovative tools, and people-first leadership.
• Real Lessons from Real Leaders: Explore proven strategies from brands like Dell, Ericsson, and Taylor Corp, on navigating change, tackling automation anxiety, and shaping the CTrO role as a strategic growth driver.
  

Explore how our two sold-out Exchange events—the Chief Transformation Officer Exchange Spring Edition and the Chief AI Officer Exchange Spring Edition—are setting a new benchmark for C-level engagement, strategic alignment, and measurable ROI.

This detailed case study showcases the power of the Exchange format through the lens of over 130 high-value one-to-one meetings, 100% sponsor satisfaction, and contributions from senior leaders at organizations such as U.S. Bank, Walgreens, AstraZeneca, GM, and Citi.

Download this case study to explore:

• The Power of Personalization: Discover how our one-to-one meeting model connects decision-makers and solution providers with real procurement needs, resulting in faster, more targeted outcomes.
• What Sets the Exchange Apart: Understand why our closed-door, invite-only format leads to deeper conversations, more qualified leads, and higher satisfaction for both sponsors and delegates.
• Strategic Outcomes Delivered: See how sponsors and attendees left with actionable strategies, pipeline growth, and trusted partnerships that go beyond the event.

Plan your 2024/25 business development with our Partner Programme. Get sponsorship details, event calendar, audience insights, and exclusive meetings.