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AI Networking Summit NYC – Fall 2025

October 21 : Pre-Conference Executive Roundtables and AI Training Workshops
October 22-23 : Keynotes, Panel Sessions, Triple- T Presentations and Networking
10:00 am

10:00 am – Aligning AI Initiatives with Your Business Goals with Phil Gervasi This workshop will lay the groundwork for a successful AI initiative by aligning goals, assessing readiness, and defining measurable outcomes. You will learn: ● How to identify a meaningful AI initiative for your organization ● Aligning business objectives to an AI initiative ● Identifying practical AI use-cases for your business ● Understanding your data situation ● Measuring AI performance with technical KPIs ● Measuring AI effectiveness for business outcomes ● Resource and staff... Learn More
Speakers:
Network Design, AI for Network Operations, Training and Education
Solutional
Operational Efficiency, Leadership, Emerging Technologies
Solutional
11:00 am

11:00 am – Building Your First GenAI RAG Application 2:00 pm – Protocols in the Age of AI: A Cambrian Period of Innovation Learn More
Speakers:
Product Marketing Evangelist
Selector AI
11:00 am

11:00 am – Design-driven workshop: In this workshop, Network to Code will demonstrate how to build a framework for configuration validation: develop a branch site design programmatically, use it to populate Nautobot, spin up a “digital twin” topology using containerlab, test your changes with NUTS. Agenda: Design-driven automation with Nautobot Design Builder Create a digital twin from the SoT using Containerlab utoprovision nodes with Nautobot Golden Config Formulate and execute network checks using NUTS test bundles Q&A Learn More
3:00 pm

Hosted by Andy Brown, CEO & Founder of Sand Hill East and held under Chatham House Rule, this closed-door roundtable brings together a select group of senior IT executives—CIOs, CTOs, Managing Directors, and Global Heads of Infrastructure—to explore a transformative shift: as Agentic AI takes root, the traditional enterprise software ecosystem will be upended.

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Speakers:
CEO
Sand Hill East, LLC
Co-Chair
AI Networking Summit
3:00 pm

Join us from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM for an exclusive Executive Roundtable tailored for pharmaceutical and medical IT executives. This private, vendor-free, and peer-only session, part of the AI Networking Summit, will focus on how AI can drive innovation, optimize operations, and address industry-specific challenges.

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Speakers:
CTO and Head of Enterprise Technology Services (Infrastructure)
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Senior Director of Cloud Security
Evernorth Health Services
Vice President - Global Technology & Cloud Transformation
Evernorth, Health Services
Director, Network Engineering
Pfizer
Associate Vice President of Cloud and Infrastructure Technology
Merck and Co., Inc.
3:00 pm

Join us from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM for an exclusive Executive Roundtable tailored for IT Executives across all industries. This private, vendor-free, and peer-only session, part of the AI Networking Summit, will focus on how AI can drive innovation, optimize operations, and address industry-specific challenges.

 

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Speakers:
Technical Director, Global Network Architecture
FedEx
VP Network and Data Center Engineering
eBay
Corp VP, Enterprise Infrastructure Services
RTX
3:00 pm

Join us from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM for an exclusive Executive Roundtable tailored for IT Executives from the financial industry. This private, vendor-free, and peer-only session, part of the AI Networking Summit, will focus on how AI can drive innovation, optimize operations, and address industry-specific challenges.

 

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7:45 am

This Roundtable is Invitation Only and open to CIO, CTO, Director, VP, Head of Network, SASE, and IT Infrastructure.

As enterprises accelerate cloud adoption, embrace edge computing, and integrate GenAI into their workflows, their network infrastructure must evolve to support a new era of digital operations. The traditional enterprise network is under immense pressure to deliver seamless, secure, and high-performance connectivity across multiple clouds, data centers, and edge locations. Network-as-a-Service (NaaS), software-defined architectures, and AI-driven automation are emerging as key enablers of agility and efficiency.

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Speakers:
Vice President
Tata Communications
Managing Director, CTO, CISO, Distinguished Architect
JPMorgan Chase (retired)
CTO
Codesealer
8:15 am

Join our Emcees John and Jeremy to hear all about the upcoming keynotes and sessions that will explore how to unleash the power of AI in enterprise infrastructure and applications. Get ready for 2 full days of thought leadership from industry leaders across a wide range of major industries. Learn More
Speakers:
Chief Technical Evangelist - NetOps
Broadcom
Product Marketing Evangelist
Selector AI
8:30 am

As we stand at the dawn of the Agentic AI era, the future of enterprise IT is being rewritten in real-time. From the reimagining of network operations and infrastructure to the automation of security and the reinvention of the software ecosystem, Agentic AI will transform every layer of digital business. In this keynote, we’ll explore the tectonic shifts driving this transformation — why AI isn’t just augmenting workflows but fundamentally redesigning them through intelligent, autonomous agents. We’ll set the stage for the insights, architectures, and... Learn More
Speakers:
Co-Founder and Co-Chairman
ONUG
9:00 am

Berta Rodriguez-Hervas, Pfizer’s Chief AI & Analytics Officer, brings a rare blend of technical depth and strategic clarity to the challenge of enterprise-wide AI adoption. Drawing from leadership roles at Pfizer, Stellantis, NVIDIA, and Tesla, she will share how agentic AI systems, grounded in governance and human intent, are transforming everything from drug discovery to infrastructure. This keynote offers a masterclass in scaling AI with purpose—where measurable outcomes, ethical guardrails, and real-world impact converge. Learn More
Speakers:
Chief AI & Analytics Officer, SVP
Pfizer
9:35 am

Speakers:
SVP & GM, Infrastructure & Security Group
Cisco
10:10 am

All industries are embracing AI. This keynote address will address problems and solutions in the rapid acceleration of new technologies. Learn More
10:45 am

The enterprise network was designed for a world that no longer exists—a world of static branches, centralized apps, and rigid perimeters. But in the age of AI and hybrid work, organizations are reimagining how people, devices, and data connect. In this keynote, Jay Chaudhry, Founder and CEO of Zscaler, will explore how leading enterprises are replacing outdated network and security models with agile, cloud-native zero trust architectures that enable “café-like” branch experiences—simple, fast, secure, and cost-efficient.

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Speakers:
CEO, Chairman & Founder
Zscaler
11:15 am
1:25 pm

In the era of artificial intelligence (AI), the ability to move vast quantities of data efficiently and securely is paramount. Explore how Riverbed Technology, with its long-standing expertise in network acceleration and resilient networking, is at the forefront of this transformation for AI data movement.

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Speakers:
SVP and GM, Acceleration
Riverbed
2:00 pm

Coty, a global cosmetics and fragrance leader with over 20,000 employees across 46 countries, prioritizes a mature observability practice which drives a resilient network experience for both internal teams and its worldwide customer base.

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Speakers:
Chief Technical Evangelist - NetOps
Broadcom
2:00 pm

ONUG Triple T presentations provide you with a unique opportunity to view Tools, Technologies and Techniques that map to solutions that enable trusted Infrastructure to drive business value in today’s Enterprise. From real-world NetDevOps to automating and securing multi-cloud deployments, you will find answers to your unique requirements and challenges.

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2:30 pm

ONUG Triple T presentations provide you with a unique opportunity to view Tools, Technologies and Techniques that map to solutions that enable trusted Infrastructure to drive business value in today’s Enterprise. From real-world NetDevOps to automating and securing multi-cloud deployments, you will find answers to your unique requirements and challenges.

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2:35 pm

As cyber threats grow in scale and sophistication, Security Operations Centers (SOCs) are evolving into intelligent, autonomous systems. This panel explores the emergence of AI-driven, agentic SOCs—as envisioned in ONUG’s Security & Governance pillar—that can proactively detect, analyze, and respond to threats with minimal human intervention.

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Speakers:
Senior Director of Cloud Security
Evernorth Health Services
3:05 pm

As organizations shift towards autonomous, agent-driven architectures, the proliferation of independent AI agents fundamentally alters the cybersecurity landscape. This panel session explores how the rise of Agentic AI amplifies and reshapes enterprise security threats, moving beyond traditional perimeter defenses to dynamic, real-time protection strategies. Industry-leading experts will discuss critical challenges such as maintaining Zero Trust architectures when autonomous agents dynamically reconfigure networks, ensuring continuous compliance and governance, and preventing adversarial manipulation of AI-driven decision-making. Learn More
Speakers:
EVP & Head AI Innovations
Zscaler
Co-Chair
AI Networking Summit
Founder and CEO
Resolve AI
3:30 pm

ONUG Triple T presentations provide you with a unique opportunity to view Tools, Technologies and Techniques that map to solutions that enable trusted Infrastructure to drive business value in today’s Enterprise. From real-world NetDevOps to automating and securing multi-cloud deployments, you will find answers to your unique requirements and challenges.

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SUB SESSIONS
3:15 pm
Architecting Zero Trust Networks for the Agentic Era – Netskope Triple-T
CTO
Netskope
3:35 pm

As AI workloads explode across enterprises, networks designed for small, random, short-lived flows are being overwhelmed by the reality of modern AI traffic — massive, synchronized, long-lived flows that saturate links and expose the fragility of static architectures. Recent data shows that AI traffic is not just heavier, but fundamentally different: predominantly multicast or all-to-all, hypersensitive to latency, and able to turn traditional switch oversubscription and ECMP balancing into bottlenecks. This panel will examine why the industry’s traditional best-effort, entropy-dependent designs can’t support AI’s unforgiving... Learn More
Speakers:
Chief Technical Advisor and Vice President
World Wide Technology
4:15 pm

As we look toward 2030, enterprise networking is evolving toward fully autonomous data exchange, driven by intelligent, context-aware Agentic AI controllers. This forward-looking panel will explore how self-learning networks will integrate seamlessly with cloud infrastructure and quantum computing, reshaping the foundations of IT architectures and operations. Expert CTOs and Chief IT Architects will discuss strategic imperatives for organizations preparing to embrace this new era of adaptive infrastructure, highlighting the critical technological innovations, governance frameworks, and skills development required to lead in the next decade of... Learn More
Speakers:
Co-Founder and Co-Chairman
ONUG
Senior Vice President, Networking
Nvidia
SVP & GM, Infrastructure & Security Group
Cisco
5:00 pm

Unwind with fellow collegues and business partners at The AI Networking Summit Day 1 Reception and Best in Show Award ceremony. Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, lively music, and great conversations! The Best in Show awards recognize standout products that are easily deployable in large-scale enterprise IT environments and deliver tangible business value. Leading industry analysts and ONUG Board Members will judge entries and up to four AI Networking Sponsors will be chosen as award winners. Hear about breakthrough technologies and innovations in a fun relaxed... Learn More
8:30 am

Join our Emcees John and Jeremy to hear all about the upcoming keynotes and sessions that will explore how to unleash the power of AI in enterprise infrastructure and applications. Get ready for Day 2 of thought leadership from industry leaders across a wide range of major industries. Learn More
Speakers:
Product Marketing Evangelist
Selector AI
Chief Technical Evangelist - NetOps
Broadcom
9:00 am

Speakers:
Corp VP, Enterprise Infrastructure Services
RTX
10:10 am

Over 80% of enterprise AI initiatives fail to move beyond pilots, and only a rare 4% deliver meaningful ROI. This provocative panel confronts the hard truth behind AI project failures: misaligned goals, siloed teams, poor data quality, and a lack of governance and scalable infrastructure. But there is a path forward. Panelists will share firsthand how they’ve broken through the AI failure cycle by aligning AI with business outcomes, building agentic architectures, and embedding adaptive governance. Attendees will leave with actionable insights on how to... Learn More
Speakers:
CEO
Sand Hill East, LLC
Co-Chair
AI Networking Summit
EVP & Head AI Innovations
Zscaler
Co-Chair
AI Networking Summit
Associate Vice President of Cloud and Infrastructure Technology
Merck and Co., Inc.
11:00 am

Enterprises are rapidly investing in AI, but moving from hype to real, scalable results means overcoming the hidden obstacles that derail projects. This session brings together practitioners who are “turning the wrenches” — tackling challenges like power and cooling constraints, permission-to-operate barriers, data center capacity, and the shift from Infiniband to Ethernet. Join this candid conversation to hear practical lessons learned from real deployments, how leaders are solving regulatory and operational roadblocks, and what it really takes to make AI work at scale in complex,... Learn More
2:00 pm

The rapid integration of AI technologies is fundamentally reshaping career pathways in tech, especially by automating entry-level and foundational roles historically critical for skill development and upward mobility. This panel brings together industry leaders and workforce strategists to discuss the impact of removing these traditional “bottom rungs” and explores innovative strategies for nurturing talent from early career stages through executive leadership. Panelists will address critical questions around mentoring, reskilling, equitable career progression, and redefining roles to ensure both individuals and organizations can thrive in the... Learn More
Speakers:
EVP & Head AI Innovations
Zscaler
Co-Chair
AI Networking Summit
2:00 pm

ONUG Triple T presentations provide you with a unique opportunity to view Tools, Technologies and Techniques that map to solutions that enable trusted Infrastructure to drive business value in today’s Enterprise. From real-world NetDevOps to automating and securing multi-cloud deployments, you will find answers to your unique requirements and challenges.

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SUB SESSIONS
2:00 pm
AI-Driven Network Assurance: From Packets to Priorities with Pervasive Observability – cPacket Triple-T
Chief Product & Marketing Officer
cPacket
2:35 pm

In this session, experts will discuss ONUG’s “Agentic AI Overlay” concept for creating adaptive networks. The panel will explore how intent-based and policy-driven architectures enable networks that “sense and respond” to changing conditions without waiting for human input. Topics include using AI to dynamically optimize routing and provisioning (for example, intelligent NaaS), and ensuring network policies remain aligned to business intent. Speakers will highlight how embracing agentic overlays allows networks to reconfigure on the fly for fluctuating AI workloads – delivering agility and performance while... Learn More
3:05 pm

This forward-looking panel examines the evolution of traditional operations centers into AI-driven Agentic Operations Centers (AOCs). Panelists (including NOC/SOC leaders and AI ops specialists) will share how AI is being used today for predictive alerting and automated remediation, and envision next-generation centers where intelligent agents perform most monitoring and troubleshooting tasks. Discussion will cover blending NOC and SOC workflows, training staff to supervise AI workflows, and establishing reliability when machines make split-second decisions. Emphasis is on how enterprises can implement controlled-autonomy: letting AI handle routine... Learn More
Speakers:
VP, Cloud, Infrastructure, and AI Solutions
World Wide Technology
3:35 pm

The rise of autonomous, AI-driven networks introduces unprecedented opportunities—but also significant security risks, compliance challenges, and governance complexities. In this critical panel, leading security experts and CISOs will discuss practical strategies to mitigate threats unique to Agentic AI deployments, from ensuring transparency and auditability in AI decision-making to implementing robust Zero Trust and continuous verification frameworks. Panelists will share best practices and actionable insights for maintaining rigorous oversight and governance in adaptive networks, ensuring enterprises can safely embrace the full potential of controlled autonomy. Learn More
Speakers:
Global Chief Information Security Officer
Kraken
CTO and Head of Enterprise Technology Services (Infrastructure)
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Area Vice President of Global Cyber Advocacy
World Wide Technology
Chief Analyst
451 Research, part of S&P Global Market Intelligence
4:00 pm

ONUG Triple T presentations provide you with a unique opportunity to view Tools, Technologies and Techniques that map to solutions that enable trusted Infrastructure to drive business value in today’s Enterprise. From real-world NetDevOps to automating and securing multi-cloud deployments, you will find answers to your unique requirements and challenges.

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SUB SESSIONS
4:15 pm
The 2025 Enterprise ISP Experience: Quoting, Implementation, and Experience Insights – Lightyear Triple-T
CEO & Co-Founder
Lightyear
4:30 pm

ONUG Triple T presentations provide you with a unique opportunity to view Tools, Technologies and Techniques that map to solutions that enable trusted Infrastructure to drive business value in today’s Enterprise. From real-world NetDevOps to automating and securing multi-cloud deployments, you will find answers to your unique requirements and challenges.

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SUB SESSIONS
4:30 pm
Building Self‑Healing Networks with Resolve’s Agent‑of‑Agents Orchestration – Resolve Triple-T
COO
Resolve Systems
4:30 pm
Japan’s Autonomous Network Vision: Enterprise Demands in Focus – Net One Triple-T
Manager, Business Development
Net One Systems Co, Ltd,.
Cloud & Network Automation Architect
Net One Systems
4:45 pm
Optimize AI Networking with High-Definition Data – Riverbed Triple-T
Technical Director
Riverbed
5:00 pm

It’s always a rockin’ party with great food, drinks and the Summit band – Bring you instrument and join in the fun! Learn More
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