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Thursday, August 20, 2026

Technology Executive Dinner | Charlotte, NC

Thursday, August 20th | 6:00 PM ET

Scaling AI for Business Transformation, with a focus on modernizing cloud, infrastructure, and operations to support AI workloads.

Keynote: Eric Rui, VP of Enterprise Data Architecture, General Motors Financial

With most of our lives spent behind screens with content served to us by algorithms flattening our creativity and dulling inspiration, live events have become more important than ever. There's something about meeting with partners in-person while scouting for innovation and the serendipity of chance encounters that make live events more relevant than ever. The bonus is immersing yourself in content from thought leaders and companies building the future of technology.

Join us at this Technology Executive Dinner to gain valuable insights on leveraging legacy and emerging technologies to keep your organization at the forefront of a rapidly evolving business industry. This premier event fosters collaboration, offering fresh perspectives and actionable strategies to navigate today’s complex technology ecosystem.

As the #1 leader of short-format technology events, TechTalk Summits facilitates conversations that matter. Our summits create a unique environment for decision-makers to engage in valuable discussions with solution providers. Interact with the leading technology organizations, get your questions answered by top experts, build valuable connections, and enjoy a dining experience at a highly-rated restaurant.

Register now for this Technology Executive Summit to elevate your career and network with the brightest minds in the industry.

Speakers

Mike Healy, Host Founder & Managing Director Mike Healy is a veteran technology-events executive with deep roots in the industry. He began his career at Giga Information Group, later joining IDC, where he served as Show Director for the launch of LinuxWorld, one of the most influential global open-source conferences. He went on to break new ground at EarthWeb, launching The Bazaar, the first large-scale open-source software conference. Today, as Founder & Managing Director of TechTalk Summits, Mike continues to design and deliver high-impact technology events that connect IT leaders with the solutions shaping the future.

Eric Rui VP of Enterprise Data Architecture, General Motors Financial Eric is a distinguished technology executive with over 15 years of progressive leadership experience in data architecture and digital transformation across Fortune 500 financial services organizations. As VP of Enterprise Data Architecture at General Motors Financial, he spearheads enterprise-wide data transformation strategy, modernizing data landscapes through cloud data Lakehouse architecture and championing GenAI adoption. Eric's career demonstrates exceptional advancement from technical roles to executive leadership across prestigious organizations including Silicon Valley Bank, MUFG Union Bank, Deloitte Consulting, Ally Financial and Bank of America. His technical authority is recognized through his role as Technical Reviewer for "Generative AI Foundations in Python.” and he also served as Tech & AI advisor for a start-up valued at $65M.

Agenda

6:00 pm - 6:25 pm

Cocktail reception

Networking, Hors D'oeuvres & Open Bar

6:25 pm - 6:30 pm

Opening Remarks from TechTalk Host; Salads and Appetizers Served

6:30 pm - 6:45 pm

Keynote Presentation and Audience Q&A

Scaling AI for Business Transformation, with a focus on modernizing cloud, infrastructure, and operations to support AI workloads.

Featured Speakers

Eric Rui VP of Enterprise Data Architecture, General Motors Financial

6:45 pm - 6:55 pm

Stefanini Group

Stefanini Group is a global technology consultancy company, offering a broad portfolio of technological solutions with a presence in 41 countries and support in 44 languages. Driven by a shared entrepreneurial spirit, the company helps clients transform their businesses through digital innovation, working agilely and co-creating solutions for a better future.

6:55 pm - 7:05 pm

SAP

“Artificial Intelligence for Business - What’s Real Today”
SAP empowers organizations to break down silos and run as intelligent, sustainable enterprises. We are at the forefront of the AI revolution with solutions that span industries, business functions, and organizational needs with a vision that brings together data, analysis, insight and action into a coherent, end-to-end suite that empowers you, your people and your business.

7:35 pm - 9:00 pm

Dinner, Drinks & Continued Networking

8:45 pm

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