26th Annual Conference CIO&LEADER Al: From Pilot to Production 1st-3rd August, 2025 Ritz Carlton, Pune

Over 200 CIOs and industry leaders came together to chart Al's journey from pilot to production, while sports and Bollywood icons offered fresh perspectives on how the technology is reshaping their worlds.

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INTRODUCTION

The 26th Annual CIO&Leader Conference, held at the Ritz Carlton, Pune, once again brought together India's top technology leaders to explore how enterprises can scale artificial intelligence from pilots to production.

The conference convened some of India's most prominent technologists, who channeled their expertise, insights, and innovative ideas to discuss and recommend cutting-edge AI-driven strategies for advancing business growth. With over 100 CIOs and 100 future CIOs in attendance, the event underscored its increasing significance and prestige.

Throughout the conference, participants engaged in over 60 sessions, featuring diverse formats such as keynote addresses, panel discussions, fireside chats, workshops, case studies, and interactive formats like Speed Dating, Ideas Café, and CIO Shots.

The three-day event saw keynote sessions by Renowned Tech Advisors & Consultants like Partha Iyengar, Former Country Manager, Gartner; Advisor & Thought Leader and Anup Purohit, Former Global CIO, Wipro.

At the 26th Annual CIO&Leader Conference, celebrated personalities added inspiration and cultural depth to the technology-driven agenda. Anil Kumble, legendary cricketer and former India Captain & Coach, shared leadership lessons from the cricket field, while Dr. Nitish Bharadwaj, Actor and Public Figure, spoke on "Leadership in the Age of Dharma." Annu Kapoor, Actor, Singer, Director, and TV Presenter, explored the role of AI in artistic creativity, bringing a fresh perspective from the world of cinema. Cultural vibrancy was further enriched with soulful performances by Chaitanya Devadhe and Mohan Radhakrishnan, blending tradition, creativity, and celebration.