Beyond Silos: Aligning the C-Suite for Real-Time Execution
Summary
The biggest barrier to AI adoption isn't technology; it's organizational structure. Historically, Marketing chased the "Big Idea" while IT focused on security and stability. To win in the AI era, the C-Suite must de-silo. This session provides a blueprint for aligning the Chief Marketing Officer and the Chief Information Officer, turning technical constraints into creative enablers and ensuring the boardroom speaks a unified language.
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- Presented By: Monks
Contributors
- Marty Swant
- Leisha Roche
- Gaurav Mallick
- Wesley ter Haar
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