Virginia Conti
Healthcare & Life Sciences,
Snowflake
Bio to come!
Jeff Vagg
Chief Data & Analytics Officer,
North
Bio to come!
Brian O’Connell
Senior Director, Global Data & Analytics,
Kellanova
Bio to come!
Apurva Wadodkar
Senior Director, Head of Data & AI,
TI Automotive
Apurva is accomplished leader in Data Science and Advanced Analytics with over 20 years of experience embedding data as a strategic pillar in executive decision-making.
A people-first leader, Apurva is known for building high-performing, diverse teams and fostering a culture of curiosity, rigor, and execution. She empowers talent to thrive and deliver sustained impact in complex, high-velocity environments.
Panel Discussion:
How Data & AI are Reshaping
Michigan's Industrial Core
Detroit’s legacy was built on physical grit — now, its future is being shaped by digital intelligence. In this panel, industry leaders share the mindset shifts, strategic decisions, and early wins that are turning data from a cost center into a core driver of innovation and competitive advantage across manufacturing, automotive, and consumer goods.