Modern Workplace Unlocked: AI, Devices & Strategy

Dec 10, 2025 3:00 PM4:00 PM EDT

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Here's what we talked about

  • Unlocking the Real Value of On-Device AI
    • Learn how organizations are determining which AI workflows perform best when processed locally instead of relying on the cloud.
    • Explore how AI-ready processors like AMD Ryzen AI support privacy-sensitive tasks, real-time decisioning, and productivity gains without adding additional infrastructure demands.
  • Designing a Secure and Mobile Workplace for a Distributed Workforce
    • Hear how teams are strengthening endpoint protection while reducing friction for employees who work in multiple locations.
    • Discuss how Windows 11 security features, identity controls, and modern device designs help organizations maintain flexibility without sacrificing resilience.
  • Refreshing Device Fleets With a Clear Roadmap for AI Adoption
    • Understand how leaders evaluate performance requirements, lifecycle planning, and long-term scalability when selecting new hardware.
    • Learn how teams are using Lenovo ThinkPad innovations to support heavier AI workloads while keeping costs predictable and refresh strategies manageable.
  • Creating Consistency and Efficiency Across Workplace Tools and Workflows
    • Explore how organizations align devices, software, and collaboration tools into a unified experience that reduces complexity for employees.
    • Hear how workplace teams are sequencing improvements that enhance day-to-day workflows while preparing for fast-moving AI advancements.
  • Building a Modern Workplace Strategy That Connects Devices, AI, and Business Outcomes
    • Learn how peers are structuring assessments, prioritizing investments, and tying hardware decisions to measurable impact.
    • Discuss how leaders build the case for modernization by grounding plans in productivity improvements, security gains, and future AI readiness.

Event Partners

Lenovo

Lenovo is a global technology organization specializing in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of consumer electronics, personal computers (PCs), software, and IT infrastructure solutions.

Insight Enterprises

Insight Enterprises, Inc. is a Fortune 500 solutions integrator helping organizations accelerate their digital journey to modernize their business and maximize the value of technology. Insight’s technical expertise spans cloud and edge-based transformation solutions, with global scale and optimization built on 33+ years of deep partnerships with the world’s leading and emerging technology providers.

AMD

AMD is a global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures high-performance computing and visualization technologies. They are powering the products and services that help solve the world's most important challenges.

Guest Speakers

Anna Donnelly LinkedIn

Services Product Manager at Insight Enterprises

Specializing in communications and collaboration technology with more than 10 years of experience in the Microsoft space, Anna strives to help organizations understand how modern workplace technology can positively impact their businesses and employees.

BWG Connect

Enterprise IT Subject Matter Expert

Our moderator brings decades of experience leading infrastructure, cloud transformation, and enterprise technology strategy across finance, media, publishing, and healthcare sectors. They have overseen IT infrastructure, large-scale digital transformation, and DevOps initiatives for some of the world’s most complex enterprise organizations, bridging strategy and execution to deliver measurable business impact. Their deep expertise ensures every discussion is grounded in real-world insight and informed by a career at the forefront of technological change.

Chuck Schalm LinkedIn

Commercial Business Development, Major Accounts at AMD

Chuck Schalm serves as Commercial Business Development, Major Accounts at AMD, where they have been a key contributor for over 14 years. In this role, Chuck Schalm drives AMD’s commercial client business strategy, focusing on major accounts and fostering strong partnerships with global leaders such as Hewlett Packard. Their responsibilities include managing sales-in efforts, ensuring revenue targets, and securing design wins for AMD’s commercial client portfolio.

With a career spanning marketing, product development, and sales, Chuck Schalm brings a unique blend of technical expertise and customer-centric insight. Their approach emphasizes understanding customer requirements deeply, crafting compelling narratives, and leveraging cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful solutions. Prior to AMD, Chuck Schalm held leadership roles at Hewlett-Packard, where they guided consumer notebook product roadmaps and global marketing strategies.

Event Moderator

Anna Donnelly LinkedIn

Services Product Manager at Insight Enterprises

Specializing in communications and collaboration technology with more than 10 years of experience in the Microsoft space, Anna strives to help organizations understand how modern workplace technology can positively impact their businesses and employees.

BWG Connect

Enterprise IT Subject Matter Expert

Our moderator brings decades of experience leading infrastructure, cloud transformation, and enterprise technology strategy across finance, media, publishing, and healthcare sectors. They have overseen IT infrastructure, large-scale digital transformation, and DevOps initiatives for some of the world’s most complex enterprise organizations, bridging strategy and execution to deliver measurable business impact. Their deep expertise ensures every discussion is grounded in real-world insight and informed by a career at the forefront of technological change.

Chuck Schalm LinkedIn

Commercial Business Development, Major Accounts at AMD

Chuck Schalm serves as Commercial Business Development, Major Accounts at AMD, where they have been a key contributor for over 14 years. In this role, Chuck Schalm drives AMD’s commercial client business strategy, focusing on major accounts and fostering strong partnerships with global leaders such as Hewlett Packard. Their responsibilities include managing sales-in efforts, ensuring revenue targets, and securing design wins for AMD’s commercial client portfolio.

With a career spanning marketing, product development, and sales, Chuck Schalm brings a unique blend of technical expertise and customer-centric insight. Their approach emphasizes understanding customer requirements deeply, crafting compelling narratives, and leveraging cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful solutions. Prior to AMD, Chuck Schalm held leadership roles at Hewlett-Packard, where they guided consumer notebook product roadmaps and global marketing strategies.

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