Readiness for AI: a Workshop for NYC Executives Driving Change

Readiness for AI: a Workshop for NYC Executives Driving Change

This workshop is part of the events offered during AI Week New York 2025.

Date: October 10, 2025

Location: AMA Conference Center New York City, conveniently located at 48th and Broadway in the heart of Times Square

Step into the future of business with this transformative workshop designed exclusively for entrepreneurs and executives in the New York Tri-State area with 10 or more employees. This event is tailored for leaders ready to guide their organizations into the age of AI, understanding that successful implementation requires a realignment of business processes, training, cultural adaptation, and a focus on maximizing ROI and staff satisfaction. Business consultants will also find immense value in learning how to support their clients through the complexities of AI adoption.

Why This Workshop Matters: Companies are betting on AI—yet nearly all enterprise pilots are stuck at the starting line. Research shows that while 5% of AI pilot programs achieve rapid revenue acceleration, the vast majority stall, delivering little to no measurable impact on P&L. The core issue isn’t the quality of AI models but the “learning gap” for tools and organizations, as highlighted by MIT’s research. Misaligned resource allocation and flawed enterprise integration further exacerbate the problem, with many companies focusing on sales and marketing tools while the biggest ROI lies in back-office automation.

This workshop is for serious entrepreneurs and executives who want to avoid these pitfalls and succeed in their AI journey.

What to Expect:

• Clarity Amid Complexity: Make sense of the AI insights you’ve gathered this week and learn how to apply them effectively.
• Assess Readiness: Evaluate whether your organization or clients are ready for AI adoption and identify actionable next steps.
• Mindset & Strategy: Explore the mindset shifts, ethical considerations, and strategic planning needed for successful AI integration.
• Practical Tools: Leave with a toolkit to guide your teams, debunk myths, and foster candid conversations about AI.
• Panel Discussions: Hear from a panel of industry leaders with experience in AI transformation. Led by moderator Taz Khan, CEO of Firstlight Cloud Xchange, these experts will discuss how to navigate the human side of AI adoption and bridging the gap between technology and people and more.

This workshop offers a unique space to pause, reflect, and strategize. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your organization’s readiness, actionable next steps, and the tools to lead your teams through this transformative journey.

Join us to transform AI's potential into real-world success—because the future of AI begins with your leadership and adaptable, engaged teams.

Info: Register and connect with fellow executives in the reception area while enjoying complimentary sodas, coffee, and tea.

Info: Led by Steve Salee, Founder & CEO of Wildfire Strategies, this session will guide executives and teams to reflect on how, when, and where to best implement AI, focusing on leadership, culture, and organizational readiness.

Info: Moderated by Taz Khan, CEO of Firstlight Cloud Exchange, this panel brings together industry experts and veterans, including Steve Salee, Will Treves, Karen Humphries Sallick, Jacqueline Cournoyer, and others. They will add depth to the topics discussed at the workshop and share actionable insights and real-world examples for successful AI adoption and cultural adaptation.

Info: Wrap up the workshop and discussion with key insights and a toolkit to bring back to your organization for AI readiness and success. Additional networking in the reception area.

Host or Publisher Firstlight Cloud Xchange