How AI is Breaking the Modern Workplace Bottleneck
Nov 17, 2025 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM EDT
Many organizations are struggling to turn AI’s promise into real productivity gains. Legacy systems, fragmented device ecosystems, and the tension between performance and security continue to slow progress. This discussion brings together technology and business leaders to explore how modern device infrastructure is helping remove those barriers. Attendees will learn how organizations are leveraging leaders like Lenovo and Intel to enable smarter workflows, stronger security, and a more connected workforce. The session will focus on practical, real-world strategies for transforming AI potential into measurable impact across every level of the modern workplace.
BWG Connect, Insight Enterprises, Lenovo & Intel invite you to join an interactive event with industry peers to review & discuss practical insights across the digital space.
As always, there will be no sales pitch and all attendees are welcome to listen and learn.
Lenovo is a global technology organization specializing in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of consumer electronics, personal computers (PCs), software, and IT infrastructure solutions.
Intel Corporation is a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing and technology solutions. Intel designs and produces advanced microprocessors, integrated graphics, chipsets, and other computing components that power a wide range of devices, from personal computers and data centers to networking, artificial intelligence, and edge computing systems.
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.
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.
Director of Services at Insight
With over 25 years of experience in the IT industry, Joe loves that technology constantly changes and provides new challenges, pushing him to learn more every day. As a leader for a vendor-agnostic organization, Joe is equipped to advise clients on the solutions that drive the best value for their business. He is a champion across many technologies and approaches knowledge-sharing not as a one-time project but as a continued mindset.
Commercial ThinkPad Product Manager at Lenovo
Shelby Hayes is Lenovo's Commercial ThinkPad Product Manager and a technology expert with a strong foundation in sales and client engagement. She brings a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of how AI-powered devices are shaping the future of work.
Enterprise Technology Specialist at Intel
Afshin Abadi is a seasoned technical advisor with deep expertise in Healthcare, Financial Services, Cloud Services, and Software markets. He delivers strategic guidance on the Intel Architecture, helping clients unlock its full potential. A recognized leader and trusted resource, Afshin has earned multiple accolades—including the Division Recognition Award, Platinum Awards, and the prestigious Top Achiever Award—for consistently delivering outstanding performance and impact.
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.
Director of Services at Insight
With over 25 years of experience in the IT industry, Joe loves that technology constantly changes and provides new challenges, pushing him to learn more every day. As a leader for a vendor-agnostic organization, Joe is equipped to advise clients on the solutions that drive the best value for their business. He is a champion across many technologies and approaches knowledge-sharing not as a one-time project but as a continued mindset.
Commercial ThinkPad Product Manager at Lenovo
Shelby Hayes is Lenovo's Commercial ThinkPad Product Manager and a technology expert with a strong foundation in sales and client engagement. She brings a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of how AI-powered devices are shaping the future of work.
Enterprise Technology Specialist at Intel
Afshin Abadi is a seasoned technical advisor with deep expertise in Healthcare, Financial Services, Cloud Services, and Software markets. He delivers strategic guidance on the Intel Architecture, helping clients unlock its full potential. A recognized leader and trusted resource, Afshin has earned multiple accolades—including the Division Recognition Award, Platinum Awards, and the prestigious Top Achiever Award—for consistently delivering outstanding performance and impact.
Co-Founder & Managing Director at BWG Connect
BWG Connect provides executive strategy & networking sessions that help brands from any industry with their overall business planning and execution.
Co-Founder & Managing Director Aaron Conant runs the group & connects with dozens of brand executives every week, always for free.
