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
Brian O’Connell is an accomplished leader in data and analytics, recognized for driving business transformation through innovative technology and collaborative partnerships. With deep experience spanning sales, marketing, and integrated business planning, he excels at building high-performing teams and delivering impactful solutions that bridge the gap between business needs and technical possibilities. He is known for fostering a culture of continuous improvement and for guiding organizations through the evolving landscape of digital transformation.
Brian is passionate about empowering teams to leverage data for smarter decision-making, simplifying complex challenges, and enabling growth through actionable insights. A strong advocate for agile methodologies and inclusive leadership, he is dedicated to creating environments where people and ideas thrive, and where measurable value is delivered for both customers and the organization.
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.